Golden days, clear air, quiet paths
The 10 most beautiful autumn hikes on Tyrol's high plateau
The sun gently warms, the mountain peaks shine in clear autumn air – hiking in the autumn is one of the most impressive nature experiences in Tyrol. Especially the region of Seefeld – Tyrol's high plateau offers ideal conditions for delightful tours in the colorful season: golden larches, quiet paths, and breathtaking views of the Tyrolean mountain world. Whether a relaxed walk or an extended autumn hike – the trails around Seefeld, Leutasch, Mösern, Reith, and Scharnitz invite you to experience autumn actively. We will show you where autumn hiking in Tyrol is the most beautiful: 10 selected routes lead through the most colorful landscapes and along the most scenic paths of Tyrol's high plateau.
Important Notes:
- Please consider the current weather situation. Depending on the conditions, you may be able to undertake the suggested autumn hikes until late autumn – or they may already be inaccessible due to early snowfalls. You can find cleared and marked winter hiking trails here.
- The mentioned refreshment options are usually also open in autumn. However, please check in advance whether they are actually open on your planned day and not on a rest day. An overview of open alpine huts and cabins can be found here.
Canyon hiking in the colorful splendor of autumn
1. The Leutascher Ghost Gorge in Autumn Attire
Highlights: Imaginative stations along the thematic trail "Legend of the Klamm Spirit", spectacular deep view from the panorama bridge, roaring waters of the Leutascher Ache amid golden foliage
Important Note: the Leutascher Geisterklamm is open until the end of October
Refreshment option: Klammstüberl
Gentle paths, colorful leaves
2. On the way in Leutasch between Oberem & Unterem Wiesenweg
Highlights: Colorful play of the autumn forests along the way, sunny rest spots on cozy benches, idyllic landscapes and soothing silence
Rest stops: Kühtaierhof, Birkegg, Jausenalm am Lärchenhang
In the Color Explosion of the Larches
3. Autumn Gold Around the Gschwandtkopf
Highlights: Golden larch forest around the Gschwandtkopf, wide vistas into the Inn Valley, and peaceful paths with true autumn feeling
Places to stop: Enzianhütte, Sonnenalm
When the leaves whisper
4th Autumn Walk around Wildsee, Pfarrhügel & Seekirchl
Highlights: Autumn walk around Wildsee, Pfarrhügel, and Seekirchl. With a bit of luck, you might spot squirrels among the colorful leaves and observe ducks by the lake. The pedestrian zone invites you to stroll with its small shops, restaurants, and a cozy atmosphere.
Dining options: in the pedestrian zone
Rustling leaves and cat paths
5th Circular Hike through the Autumn Forest in Katzenloch
Highlights: A simple round to unwind and gather strength, quiet autumn forest, away from the hustle and bustle
Places to eat: Muggenmoosalm, Ropferstub’n
Autumn view into the Inn Valley
6. The Peace Bell and the View into the Autumn Inn Valley
Highlights: Peace Bell as a quiet symbol of peace and friendship between the Alpine countries, wonderful view over the autumn-colored Inn Valley, tranquil atmosphere at the Möserer Lake
Places to stop: Möserer Seestub’n
Hiking between larch trees and Karwendel giants
7. Experience the Eppzirler Alm in autumn
Highlights: Along the babbling Gießenbach through the autumn valley, a small chapel as a quiet place to pause, sun loungers with a view of the surrounding Karwendel peaks, Eppzirler Alm amidst impressive mountain scenery
Dining options: Eppzirler Alm
From Alm to Alm through the golden Gaistal
8th Gourmet Tour to Gaistalalm and Tillfussalm
Highlights: Through the autumn-colored hump meadows in the Gaistal, sunny spots for resting and enjoying the view, stop at two enjoyable mountain huts along the way
Dining options: Gaistalalm, Tillfussalm
Autumn Mirror at the Cold Water Lake
9. Autumn Delight Round at Panoramarestaurant Rosshütte & Hochegg Alm over the Kaltwassersee
Highlights: Cold water lake in autumn colors with clear reflection of the surrounding mountains, hammock directly by the lake for special views and little breaks in between, wide panoramas and cozy paths with many opportunities to linger
Dining options: Hochegg Alm, Panoramarestaurant Rosshütte and Café Segafredo
When autumn touches the Karwendel Valley
10th circular hike through the autumnal Karwendel forest with Birzl chapel and Karwendel bridge
Highlights: Karwendelsteg with a view of the Karwendel Gorge featuring the gently flowing waterfall of the Karwendelbach, Birzl Chapel as a tranquil spot in the middle of the forest
Refreshment options: A slight detour to the Scharnitzer Alm
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Nothing embodies the expression "autumn warmth" more than a relaxing day at one of the premium spas in the Seefeld region. After a colorful autumn hike, there's hardly anything better than slipping into the sauna or treating yourself to a soothing massage. From fragrant steam baths to invigorating pools, from a laid-back day spa to an entire wellness weekend – everyone can find their personal wellness zone here. Dive into the variety of wellness offerings and leave everyday life behind.