Walk around Lake Hechtsee

Kufstein / Brandenberg Alps (Rofan)
Difficulty ratings: easy
Route length: 2.7 km

A lakeside walk with views of the Kaiser Mountains reflected in the water.

Tour information

  • Requirement: easy
  • Length: 2.7 km
  • Elevation uphill:0 hm
  • Elevation downhill:0 hm
Highest point558 m

Starting point

Parking Hechtsee

Finishing point

Parking Hechtsee
  • Fitness level 1 / 6
  • Technique 1 / 6

Features

  • Circular route
  • Suitable for families

Best time of year

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Equipment

Weather-appropriate outdoor clothing (sturdy footwear, rain protection, breathable clothing), snacks (e.g. fruit, muesli bars, wholegrain sandwiches) and drinks (plan sufficient fluids), a first-aid kit, a fully charged mobile phone, hiking map and guidebook, as well as sun protection (sunscreen, sunglasses, cap).
Source: TVB Kufsteinerland

Description

From the parking area at Lake Hechtsee, the path follows the shoreline directly, crossing soft forest ground and fine gravel, passing quiet stretches of shore to the lake’s outflow, where a small bridge leads across the water. The trail then continues along the opposite side of the lake, offering open views of the water and the Kaiser Mountains, which reflect beautifully in the lake on clear days, before returning to the starting point.

An ideal route for a relaxing walk by the water, easily extended with a detour to the Thierberg Chapel, where lovely views over the Inn Valley await.

Getting here

  • Arrival by public transport

    Leisure bus line 50 connects Kufstein with Lake Hechtsee eight times daily during the swimming season on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays. During the summer holidays, the service operates daily. This offers an environmentally friendly and stress-free way to travel, and with the KufsteinCard, KufsteinerlandCard, as well as the KlimaTicket Tirol and Austria, the journey is even free of charge.

  • Parking

    Paid parking spaces are available.

Weather

Today

light rain showers
32°C/16°C
50%2.9l5 km/h

Thu

clear sky
36°C/17°C
0%0l5 km/h

Fri

light rain showers
36°C/17°C
45%2.1l5 km/h
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