Beginner, expert, or keen to get into a new hobby? With the mountains right behind you, the golf courses in Kitzbühel or at Lärchenhof are the ideal place to either unwind or compete. Remember, practice makes perfect, so the driving range is just the place for a course 'warm-up'.
Holidays in St. Johann in Tirol
A summer holiday in St. Johann in Tirol combines a lively and authentic atmosphere with fantastic walking opportunities
- Charming market town
- Family activities
- Griesbachklamm gorge hikes
St. Johann Guest Card included
Free local train travel, one free return journey on the Harschbichl cable car, and other discounts.
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Option to join Inghams guided walks in Kitzbühel
Two guided walks per week included on holidays between 26 May - 12 Sep 25 (subject to availability, walks take place in/around Kitzbühel)
Walking in St. Johann
St. Johann at a glance
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Travel included to St. Johann
Depart on: Saturday or Wednesday
Fly into: Salzburg or Innsbruck
Transfer time: approx. 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours by coach
Included in your walking holiday to St. Johann
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Option to join Inghams Guided Walks in Kitzbühel from 26 May - 12 Sep 25 (subject to availability)
- On holiday support and tailored advice from our Destination Experts based in Austria
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Inghams Digital Resort Guide with things to do, walks and useful information on holiday
- Flights from the UK, transfers and accommodation
Walking in St. Johann
Walks and hikes
- Walking Trails:
- 200km+
- Terrain:
- Diverse terrain from rolling hills and wide valleys to dramatic peaks
St. Johann is set in a wide and beautiful valley between the majestic Wilder Kaiser massif and the Kitzbüheler Horn. There are many additional side valleys to explore and over 200 kilometres of marked hiking paths and nine themed walking trails. St. Johann is also the start of Austria’s famous ‘Eagles Way’ long distance walking trail from East to West Tyrol. Terrain varies from meadow walks and riverside trails to the higher peaks of the Harschbichl gondola and Wilder Kaiser mountains. Excellent bus and train links also make it easy to explore the neighbouring Kitzbühel, Ellmau and Söll walking areas.
St. Johann Tourist Office runs a free programme of guided walks that changes weekly, plus hiking booklets and stamps for those completing stages of the ‘Eagles Way'.
There are two full-day walks per week in Kitzbühel, just for Inghams guests and when you stay in St. Johann it's easy for you to join. Join a small group and be led by a professional walking guide on some of their favourite trails. It’s a great way to get to know the area. The walks in Kitzbühel are run by David Hechl.
In Summer 25, they're available from 26 May - 12 Sep. Walks will run on Mondays and either Thursdays or Fridays - please see the dates by the walk descriptions below. You can add the walks onto your holiday at the time of booking, through My Booking or by giving us a call.
Please note: the walks all take place in or around Kitzbühel, and you'll need to make your own way to and from the starting point (usually by train), which will be advised by your Destination Expert.
Spaces are limited, so early booking is recommended. Walks depend on weather, guide availability, and group size, and routes may change. Details are provided on arrival, and some may include a small local transport fee. Walks are not suitable for under 12s (under 18s must be with an adult). Please ensure the walk is right for you, our guides have the final say. See our booking conditions for full details.
Our guided walks in Kitzbühel






Our favourite self-guided walks in St. Johann



Discover St. Johann
- Embrace the local culture at the lively Wednesday village evening
- Take the Harschbichlbahn lift for fantastic views, walks and the high ropes park
- Walk through the spectacular Griesbachklamm gorge
This charming little market town set in the wide sunny valley close to Kitzbühel is full of Austrian traditions with a Baroque twin spire church and pretty town square filled with quaint cafés that play host to regular festivals and celebrations throughout the summer. There are plenty of shops and restaurants - guests enjoy the ‘Huber Bräu’ local Brewery with its very own tower, for traditional cuisine and views. The town is surrounded by miles of gentle walking and cycling paths, including riverside and valley walks to Kitzbühel, as well as more challenging routes up to higher peaks - some accessible by gondola. The bus and train links are excellent and its central location between Innsbruck and Salzburg make it a great base for sightseeing.
Stroll past traditional Austrian buildings, painted in light colours and intricate decorative murals and bursting with colourful flower baskets. With a central square and open spaces to enjoy a break, St. Johann can be both a lively and peaceful atmosphere. It's particularly lovely when the Wednesday 'Lang & Klang' village evening brings the town to life, or when the locals embrace a festival.
St. Johann is the perfect spot to forget the stresses of everyday life and really get connected with nature - the mountains of the Wilder Kaiser and Kitzbühel Alps are right on your doorstep.
Whether it be by foot or bicycle, exploring the region comes at ease with over 200 kilometres of marked hiking and biking paths in St. Johann. Ride along the base of the Wilder Kaiser mountains to Going and Ellmau, or take to the mountain bike paths on the Kitzbüheler Horn. E-bike south to Oberndorf in Tirol one day, then north to Kirchdorf in Tirol the next. For wilderness walks and scenic hikes, many trails and challenges start in and around the centre of St. Johann, like the Eifersbach Waterfall - a beautiful eight-kilometre circular route.
Families are spoilt for choice with endless nearby activities including adventure playgrounds, bathing lakes, high-rope courses and themed trails. Let off steam at the mountain playgrounds by jumping on trampolines or climbing over giant wooden play parks. The Badesee bathing lake at nearby Going is perfect for a chilled day and has plenty to keep the kids entertained with slides, water features and plenty of grass space.
Or, hop on a local bus to explore Ellmi's Magic World at the top of the Ellmau lift, or the Hexenwasser ('Witches Water') play park in Söll. If the weather's not playing ball, the Kaiserbad indoor pool and climbing wall near Ellmau is a great option too.
Unlock a world of wonder with a bundle of neighbouring villages to St. Johann. Being part of the Kitzbühel Alps, you can hop on a bus, train or cable car to enhance your stay in one of Europe's best mountain ranges. With the St. Johann guest card included, exploration, relaxation and fitness come at a discounted rate – ideal for lowering those holiday expenses.
St. Johann has a great network of public transport and lifts that make getting around the area really easy.
Lifts
There are plenty of lifts in and around the region for you to access hiking routes from. Some of the most relevant ones are below, however if you purchase the Kitzbüheler Alpen Summer Card you have access to up to 39 in total.
- Harschbichlbahn, St Johann (normally open 23 May - 27 Oct)
- A1 Hahnenhammbahn, Kitzbühel (normally open 7 Jun - 2 Nov)
- B1 Fleckalmbahn, Kirchberg (normally open 29 May - 1 Jun and 7 Jun - 12 Oct)
- E1 Gaisberg, Kirchberg (normally open 10 May - 26 Oct)
- G8/9 Panoramabahn 1 and 2, Pass Thurn (normally open 19 Jun - 12 Oct)
- H11 Bichlalm, Aurach (normally open 14 Jun - 28 Sept)
- H1/2 Hornbahn 1 and 2, Kitzbühel (normally open 10 May – 12 Oct)
- H3 Hornbahn 3, Kitzbühel (normally open 10 May - 12 Oct)
- B4 Sonnenrast, Kitzbühel (normally open 14 Jun - 12 Oct)
You can also use your included St. Johann Guest Card to receive discounts on certain cable car tickets.
Subject to change.
Train
You can use your included St. Johann Guest Card to access train services from Kirchbichl to Hochfilzen free of charge – allowing you access to lots of areas with various hiking routes, such as on the Wilder Kaiser and many more mountain ranges.
Buses
The bus service in this area is exceptional, with travel being free of charge as part of your included St. Johann Guest Card.
Your Guest Card - St. Johann Card is given to you on arrival at your hotel. The guest card includes local train travel, one free return journey on the Harschbichlbahn cable car, and further discounts with bonus partners.
Kitzbüheler Alpen Summer Card - buy locally | from €120.00 - 6 days | please present your guest card for the reduced rate.
Consecutive days only. Other durations are available.
The Summer Card includes up to 39 lifts in the region including the following lifts in the St. Johann and Kitzbühel area plus discounts on various bonus partners throughout the region.
- Harschbichlbahn, St Johann
- A1 Hahnenhammbahn, Kitzbühel
- B1 Fleckalmbahn, Kirchberg
- E1 Gaisberg, Kirchberg
- G8/9 Panoramabahn 1 and 2, Pass Thurn
- H11 Bichlalm, Aurach
- H1/2 Hornbahn 1 and 2, Kitzbühel
- H3 Hornbahn 3, Kitzbühel
- B4 Sonnenrast, Kitzbühel
In addition to these lifts, you also have access to operating lifts in St Johann in Tirol, Wildschönau, Alpbachtal, Steinplatte Waidring, Pillersee, Lofer, Going, Ellmau, Scheffau, Söll, Brixen, Westendorf, Hopfgarten, Itter, and Kufstein, making the pass excellent value for money.
Lift pass inclusions, prices and lift opening times are subject to change.
Travel to St. Johann
Travel by air
Flights to Innsbruck and Salzburg depart on Saturdays or Wednesdays between 24 May - 13 Sep 25 and 23 May - 19 Sep 26
Fly to Salzburg from:
- London Gatwick (Wednesday or Saturday), Manchester (Saturday only), Birmingham (Saturday only), Newcastle (Saturday only) or Glasgow (Saturday only)
Fly to Innsbruck from:
- London Gatwick (Wednesday or Saturday), Manchester (Saturday only), Birmingham (Saturday only) or Edinburgh (Saturday only)
Transfer time:
- Approx. 1 hour 30 minutes by coach from Salzburg
- Approx. 2 hours by coach from Innsbruck
Please be aware transfer times may vary depending on weather conditions and volume of traffic, especially during peak season.
Things to do in St. Johann








