First certified winter hiking trails in Austria

Experience the magic of walking in winter too: With the introduction of certified winter hiking trails, Austria's hiking villages and the Austrian hiking quality seal enable high-quality routes for active nature lovers even in the cold season. This initiative marks a groundbreaking milestone in gentle winter tourism. The first winter hiking trails in Austria have been certified since January.

Certification criteria for winter hiking trails were developed over a period of two years to ensure consistent quality standards and enable hiking regardless of snow conditions. Certified winter hiking trails are clearly and consistently marked, well prepared and require neither special equipment nor alpine knowledge. The trails provide a unique, undisturbed natural experience and are regularly checked and maintained to ensure the safety of hikers.

The first certified winter hiking trails in Austria:

• Hike far away from the hustle and bustle through the silence of the Lech-Zürs winter forest: an idyllic and comfortable winter hiking trail awaits hiking enthusiasts around the Zug district - also ideal for families.
• Panoramic winter hiking on the Rossbrand in Filzmoos: The journey begins with the cable car to the panoramic Rossbrand mountain. A quiet winter hike awaits there with impressive panoramic views, a summit cross and an optional stop at the Radstädter Hütte.
• On the way on Tyrol's high plateau Seefeld region: The Mösern – Wildmoos winter tour impresses with picturesque mountain lakes, delicious huts and breathtaking views. Highlights: the panoramic views of the Inn Valley at the Peace Bell and a detour to the romantic Möserer Lake.
• Nighttime winter hiking in Schladming: The family-friendly winter hiking trail along the Talbachklamm begins right in the center of Schladming. The trail offers enchanting views of the creek as well as frozen sculptures and waterfalls.
• Active sunbathing in an impressive setting - the Ramsau sunny plateau: At the foot of the Dachstein, the extensive winter hike - the "Kulmbergrunde" - leads through all districts of Ramsau and offers numerous refreshment stops.
• Through one of the most beautiful valleys in the Wildschönau: From the Schönangeralm you hike through a wonderful high valley, accompanied by the highest peaks in the Wildschönau.
• Winter idyll by the water & in the forest in Altenmarkt-Zauchensee: The extensive Zauchbachweg winds along the rushing mountain stream through the magical forest from Altenmarkt to Zauchensee or in the opposite direction.
• Family-friendly winter hiking on the Hochkönig: A short winter walk to the Triefen leads along the Urslau stream to the idyllic waterfall, which was declared a natural monument in 2001. The path is framed by the impressive backdrop of the Hochkönig and the Steinernes Meer.
• Face to face with the rugged peaks of the high alpine Paznaun-Ischgl: Here you can discover the area around the Zeinis and Kops reservoirs with an impressive view of the Silvretta group - one of the most impressive places in the valley.