Hiking
We undertake lots of marvellous hikes in the magical landscape of the Wilder Kaiser range. The Wilder Kaiser region boasts the Austrian hiking quality seal - as well as the honour of being the first to do so. The towns, trails, and hotels around Wilder Kaiser mountain have been tested and certified.
The KaiserJet bus connects Söll, Scheffau, Ellmau, and Going five times a day in the summer. Guests ride for free with their guest card. The Seebus lake transit bus leaves the tourism association office daily for Hintersteiner lake. This idyllic lake is perfect for swimming and hiking.
For those without hiking boots, we are happy to provide you with what you need. Cost: € 6.00 per day or € 30.00 per week.
All around Hotel Kaiser in Tirol, a huge selection of family-friendly hikes awaits:
Shady Side Trail
At the idyllic edge of the forest, a series a stations provides amazement, enjoyment, and calm. The Shady Side Trail, protected from the bright sun, can be a great personal experience from early to late and all year-round.
Ellmau Cinema Hikes
Several cinema hikes each year related to the films "Wilder Kaiser“, "Ruf der Berge“, "Die Hüttenwirtin“ and "Der Bergdoktor“ are a popular treat for participants. Get to know the scenery from the films while you listen to interesting stories from the filming of these popular works. Visit the "Bergdoktor House“; then from there it is not much further to what is probably the most well-known film location in Ellmau: the Rübezahl Lodge. The owner of Rübezahl Lodge gives a presentation on the numerous films made at the lodge.
The KaiserJet bus connects Söll, Scheffau, Ellmau, and Going five times a day in the summer. Guests ride for free with their guest card. The Seebus lake transit bus leaves the tourism association office daily for Hintersteiner lake. This idyllic lake is perfect for swimming and hiking.
For those without hiking boots, we are happy to provide you with what you need. Cost: € 6.00 per day or € 30.00 per week.
All around Hotel Kaiser in Tirol, a huge selection of family-friendly hikes awaits:
Shady Side Trail
At the idyllic edge of the forest, a series a stations provides amazement, enjoyment, and calm. The Shady Side Trail, protected from the bright sun, can be a great personal experience from early to late and all year-round.
Ellmau Cinema Hikes
Several cinema hikes each year related to the films "Wilder Kaiser“, "Ruf der Berge“, "Die Hüttenwirtin“ and "Der Bergdoktor“ are a popular treat for participants. Get to know the scenery from the films while you listen to interesting stories from the filming of these popular works. Visit the "Bergdoktor House“; then from there it is not much further to what is probably the most well-known film location in Ellmau: the Rübezahl Lodge. The owner of Rübezahl Lodge gives a presentation on the numerous films made at the lodge.
St James Trail Guests can make a pilgrimage along the St James trail. It is a great way to use your hiking holiday at Wilder Kaiser mountain to also take a moment to restore balance for yourself.
The energy trail
On this trail, hikers have a chance to come closer to the energy of the sun while having fun and learning new things. It is a pleasure for everyone - whether in running shoes or pushing a stroller. That is hiking holiday for the whole family at Wilder Kaiser mountain.
Llama trekking in Ellmau
Experience the marvellous Kaiser range while llamas carry your gear up with you. It is a great way to enjoy the mountains in comfort and without stress. Children most of all love hiking with the adorable animals.
Rübezahl Trail
The trail to Rübezahl Lodge is a wonderful experience for the whole family. Hartkaiser mountain boasts Austria's longest hiking trail of wood-carved figures. 22 large, unique wooden figures provide amazement along the 3 km trail. Kids love it!
Family hiking at Hartkaiser mountain
Along this trail, there is plenty to learn at multiple stations about traditional healing methods, ancient wisdom, superstitions, herbalism, amulets, and much more.
Romantic torch-light hikes for old and young
In summer, Ellmau is the scene of regular, guided torch-light hikes. First, discover numerous interesting exhibits at the Ellmau heritage museum. Then, a hike by torch-light proceeds back toward the village. It is lots of fun for families. <
Guided tours
And guided trips for the whole family are also given regularly in Ellmau. Many of the tours, featuring different emphases, are offered free of charge. With varying degrees of difficulty, there is always something for everyone.