Winter hike Crystal-clear streams - a winter circuit along the Treffauer stream

Scheffau am Wilden Kaiser / Kaiser Mountains
Route length: 4.2 km
Duration: 2:00 h

Atmospheric forest walk along the snow-white creek.

Tour information

  • Length: 4.2 km
  • Duration: 2:00 h
  • Elevation uphill:160 hm
  • Elevation downhill:160 hm
Highest point889 m

Starting point

Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Scheffau (738 m)

Finishing point

Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Scheffau (738 m)
  • Fitness level 2 / 6
  • Technique 2 / 6

Features

  • Circular route
  • Suitable for families

Best time of year

  • January
  • February
  • March
  • April
  • May
  • June
  • July
  • August
  • September
  • October
  • November
  • December

Trail condition

The composition of the trail varies between asphalt, forest road, gravel and forest trail. Please note: Some parts of this route are not maintained in winter and when there is a lot of snow this path can be difficult to walk.

Equipment

Sturdy high mountaineering boots with anti-slip treaded soles (waterproof), weather-appropriate outdoor gear, sun protection, waterproofs, cold protection (hat, gloves), sufficient food and hot drinks, hiking poles (height adjustable) if required, mobile phone, plastic bag for waste, hiking map, route description and information materials (GPX track), ID card, cash
Source: TVB Wilder Kaiser

Description

From the village centre, the route initially follows the road along the Wegscheidbach stream uphill to the Restaurant Jägerwirt. This cosy inn is renowned for its excellent Tyrolean cuisine and hospitality. The path then continues for a short section through the forest. After crossing a stream, there is another short climb to the Steinacker ridge. From there, the route leads slightly downhill. On the right-hand side is the Mittersbach farmhouse, whose elaborately carved balconies are a particular eye-catcher. The trail continues downhill in a small loop and along the Treffauerbach stream. During the cold season, the numerous ice crystals along the stream create an atmospheric winter backdrop. A forest path leads the route back to Scheffau.

Nearby huts and mountain restaurants

  • Restaurant Boutique-Pension Jägerwirt

    Opening hours:Open today
    Place:Scheffau am Wilden Kaiser
    :Restaurant, Alpine pasture / hut / mountain restaurant
  • Weberbauer

    Opening hours:Open today
    Place:Scheffau am Wilden Kaiser
    :Restaurant
  • Helenes Kaffee Werk

    Opening hours:Open today
    Place:Scheffau am Wilden Kaiser
    :Snack bar / StreetFood, café

Getting here

  • Parking

    Public car park, Scheffau (740 m), north of the Community Hall - free

Weather

Today

cloudy
18°C/8°C
55%0.4l5 km/h

Sat

mainly clear
21°C/7°C
0%0l5 km/h

Sun

mainly clear
22°C/8°C
65%4.3l5 km/h
Go to weather forecast

More tours in the surrounding area

  • Winter walking Biedringer Platte

    Opening hours:closed
    Length:12.7 kmDuration:5:30 hElevation uphill:470 m
Newsletter

The mountain is calling? So does our newsletter!

In our monthly newsletter we reveal the best holiday tips for Tyrol.