Golden days, crisp air, quiet trails
The 10 most beautiful autumn hikes on Tirols Hochplateau
The sun gently warms the land, mountain peaks glow in the clear autumn air – hiking in autumn is one of the most memorable nature experiences in Tyrol. The Region Seefeld – Tirols Hochplateau offers perfect conditions for scenic tours during this colorful season: golden larch trees, peaceful paths, and panoramic views of the Tyrolean mountains. Whether it’s a relaxed walk or a longer autumn hike – the trails around Seefeld, Leutasch, Mösern, Reith, and Scharnitz are ideal for enjoying autumn to the fullest. Discover 10 hand-picked routes that lead through the most colorful landscapes and offer the best views on Tirols Hochplateau.
Important information:
- Check the weather before you set off. Depending on conditions, these autumn hikes can still be done late in the season – or might already be covered in snow. Cleared and marked winter hiking trails are listed here.
- Most huts and restaurants are usually open in autumn. Still, it’s a good idea to check in advance if they’re open on the day you plan to go – some may have a rest day. You’ll find a list of open huts here.
Gorge hiking in colourful autumn scenery
1. The Leutasch Spirit Gorge in its autumn dress
Highlights: Imaginative stops along the themed trail “Legend of the Gorge Spirit”, spectacular views from the panorama bridge, and the roaring of the river Leutascher Ache surrounded by golden foliage
Good to know: The Leutasch Geisterklamm is open until the end of October
Refreshment stop: Klammstüberl
+8Gentle trails, colourful leaves
2. Walking in Leutasch between Oberer & Unterer Wiesenweg
Highlights: Colourful autumn forests along the trail, sunny rest spots with cosy benches, peaceful scenery and calming silence
Refreshment stops: Kühtaierhof, Birkegg, Jausenalm am Lärchenhang
A blaze of larch colours
3. Autumn gold around the Gschwandtkopf
Highlights: Golden larch forests surrounding the Gschwandtkopf, wide views over the Inn Valley, and quiet trails with real autumn vibes
Refreshment stops: Enzianhütte, Sonnenalm
When leaves start to whisper
4. Autumn walk around Wildsee, Pfarrhügel & Seekirchl
Highlights: A gentle autumn walk past Wildsee, Pfarrhügel and Seekirchl. With a bit of luck, you might spot squirrels playing in the colourful leaves or ducks by the lake. The pedestrian zone invites you to stroll, shop and enjoy the cosy atmosphere
Refreshment stops: Various options in the pedestrian zone
Rustling leaves and hidden forest paths
5. Circular hike through the autumn forest in the Katzenloch
Highlights: A simple loop to unwind and recharge, quiet autumn woods, far from the hustle and bustle
Refreshment stops: Muggenmoosalm, Ropferstub’m
Autumn views over the Inn Valley
6. The Peace Bell and the colourful Inn Valley
Highlights: The Peace Bell as a quiet symbol of peace and friendship between the Alpine countries, stunning views across the autumn landscape of the Inn Valley, and a calm atmosphere by the Möserer See
Refreshment stop: Möserer Seestub’n
Hiking between larches and Karwendel giants
7. Discovering the Eppzirler Alm in autumn
Highlights: A scenic trail along the gently flowing Gießenbach river through a colourful valley, a small chapel offering a quiet moment to pause, sunny benches with views of the surrounding Karwendel peaks, and the Eppzirler Alm nestled in a stunning mountain setting
Refreshment stop: Eppzirler Alm
From hut to hut through the golden Gaistal
8. Scenic hike to Gaistalalm and Tillfussalm
Highlights: Walking through the colourful humpback meadows of the Gaistal, sunny spots to rest and take in the views, and two welcoming alpine huts along the way
Refreshment stops: Gaistalalm, Tillfussalm
Autumn reflections at the lake Kaltwassersee
9. Scenic loop to the Rosshütte panoramic restaurant & Hochegg Alm via the lake Kaltwassersee
Highlights: Lake Kaltwassersee glowing in autumn colours with crystal-clear reflections of the surrounding peaks, a lakeside swing offering unique views and relaxing moments, wide panoramas and gentle paths with plenty of places to pause and enjoy
Refreshment stops: Hochegg Alm, Panoramarestaurant Rosshütte and Café Segafredo
When autumn touches the Karwendel Valley
10. Circular hike through the autumn forest with Birzlkapelle and Karwendelsteg
Highlights: Karwendelsteg with views into the Karwendel Gorge and its gently flowing waterfall fed by the Karwendelbach, and the quiet Birzlkapelle – a peaceful spot deep in the forest
Refreshment stop: Scharnitzer Alm (reachable via a short detour).
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Nothing captures the feeling of autumn warmth quite like a relaxing day at one of Region Seefeld’s top-class spas. After a colourful autumn hike, there’s nothing better than slipping into the sauna or enjoying a soothing massage. From fragrant steam baths to revitalising pools, from a peaceful day spa to a full wellness weekend – everyone can find their personal feel-good space here. Discover the variety of wellness options and leave everyday life behind.