Why the Brixental is a hiking paradise
The Kitzbühel Alps are gentle mountains: green alpine pastures instead of rugged rock, wide paths instead of via ferratas. In the Brixental that means hiking with a view without having to push yourself to the limit – and a hut serving Kaiserschmarrn, cheese dumplings or a hearty platter of cold cuts at almost every turn.
Right from the Ottenhof
Our farm is located on the Sonnberg above Brixen im Thale – so you do not need a car to go hiking. Paths lead from the front door across meadows and pastures with views of the valley. We are happy to discuss with you over breakfast which route suits your fitness and the weather.
By gondola to Hochbrixen
The Hochbrixen gondola starts in the middle of Brixen im Thale and takes you up to around 1,300 metres. From there:
- Filzalmsee: right by the top station, with the RiesenWelt for children (more in the family article)
- Giants’ lakes hikes: two routes with 1.5 to 2.5 hours of walking towards Hopfgarten/Söll or Scheffau
- Panoramic trails towards Söll, Scheffau and Hopfgarten
- Continue with the Zinsbergbahn up to the viewing platform, the Jochstub’n and the Brantlalmsee
The gondola is barrier-free. With the guest card there are discounts on selected mountain lifts.
Into the Brixenbachtal: picture-book alpine pastures
For a longer tour, the Brixenbachtal south of Brixen is worthwhile. Forest roads lead up to the Brixenbachalm and on to the Wiegalm at around 1,513 metres – a staffed alpine hut where you can stop for food. A short distance further on is the Köbinger Hütte in a small alpine village with a chapel. It is unstaffed, but has a self-service fridge with drinks and a terrace with a view of the Großer Rettenstein.
Guided hikes with the activity programme
Every week the tourist board offers guided hikes – from a leisurely herb walk to a summit tour, plus family activities such as alpaca hikes. With the Brixental guest card many offers are reduced. Registration at the tourist office, usually by 5 pm the day before. All guest card benefits
Our tips for hiking in the Brixental
- Sturdy shoes with a good tread – even on wide alpine paths.
- Thunderstorms often come in the afternoon in summer: start early, return early.
- Approach grazing cattle calmly and keep your distance, keep dogs on a lead.
- Some huts have closing days – check or call shortly before.
