Insider tips for our guests
Culinary discoveries
- Gasthof Strub – Waidring
- Zardini’s Schindldorf – Waidring
- Cafe Schmid - Waidring
- Herzerlalm Oberweissbach - Waidring
- Stallenalm – Waidring Steinplatte
- Cafe-Restaurant Schneidermann - Waidring
- Restaurant Strasserwirt – St. Ulrich am Pillersee
- Forellenranch – St. Ulrich am Pillersee
- kaff – Kirchdorf in Tirol
- Cafe Anna – Lofer
- Alma – Lofer
- Café and Restaurant Dankl - Lofer
- UNIQUE Gastrobar – Lofer
- Der Neuwirt - Lofer
- am Platzl - Lofer
Hidden gem walks around Waidring

1) Kneipp facility in Waidring
Starting point: Waidring village centre
Duration: approx. 2 hours
Distance: approx. 6.5 km
Elevation gain: approx. 822 m
Difficulty: easy
Starts from the Bio Chalets Alpegg – on foot or by bike; also accessible by car.
From the village centre, follow the main road towards Pillersee, then continue along the Achenweg to the Hackenschmiede and via the Pfarrersteigl (Way of the Cross) to the Schäferauka Chapel. You’ll then reach the Seisenbachquelle Kneipp facility – perfect for cooling off on warm days. The return route takes you via Unterwasser back to the centre.
Alternatively, via Hintergasse and Strub, returning via the forest path (Way of St James).
💡 Tip: There’s a playground and rest area right next to the Kneipp facility – ideal for families.
Suitable for pushchairs and dogs. Don’t forget your towel!
2) Hausberg Circular Walk
Starting point: Waidring village centre, Hausberg car park
Duration: approx. 2 hours
Length: approx. 6.3 km
Elevation gain: approx. 989 m
Difficulty: easy to moderate
This circular walk takes you through shady woods and offers frequent views of the surrounding mountains. The trail is particularly suitable for half-day walks and in unsettled weather. Along the way, there are frequent views of the Loferer Steinberge and the Chiemgau Alps.

3) Pillersee Circuit
Starting point: Pillersee car park
Duration: approx. 1 hour 15 minutes
Length: approx. 6 km circular walk
Elevation gain: minimal
Difficulty: easy
Highlights: Kneipp facility, marble run, stand-up paddleboarding, pedal boating
The Pillersee Circular Walk is a leisurely stroll around the picturesque Pillersee. Along the way, there are numerous places to rest and linger, where you can enjoy the view. On the lakeshore is the Seestüberl, which offers various activities such as stand-up paddleboarding and pedal boating. For children, there is a marble run and the Steinbergkönig station, which provide plenty of entertainment.
4) Weißbachschlucht
Starting point: Waidring village centre
Duration: approx. 3 hours
Length: approx. 8.1 km circular route
Elevation gain: approx. 195 m
Difficulty: moderate
Highlights: Kneipp facility, Alpengasthof Oberweissbach with adventure playground
The walk through the Weißbachschlucht leads alongside the rushing stream and through shady woods. Along the way, there are several rest areas where you can enjoy the natural surroundings. A highlight is the Alpengasthof Oberweissbach, which not only offers culinary delights but also features an adventure playground for children and an archery course for the whole family

5) Triassic Trail – Steinplatte
Starting point: Steinplatte cable car valley station in Waidring
Duration: approx. 1.5 hours
Length: approx. 4 km circular route
Elevation gain: approx. 1,869 m
Difficulty: easy
Suitable for pushchairs: Yes, up to the first reservoir
The Triassic Trail leads through the Triassic Park on the Steinplatte and offers an exciting journey back in time to prehistoric times. Interactive stations, such as fossil hunting and climbing dinosaur models, make the walk particularly appealing to children. The path is well-maintained and therefore also suitable for pushchairs. The route offers impressive views of the surrounding mountains.
6) Haslerschlucht – Waidring
Starting point: Haslerschlucht car park / Haslerschlucht trailhead
Duration: approx. 2 hours (there and back)
Length: approx. 3 km circular route
Elevation gain: approx. 150 m
Difficulty: easy to moderate
Suitable for pushchairs: no
Description: The Haslerschlucht leads through an idyllic gorge with clear streams, waterfalls and moss-covered rocks. The well-marked path offers peaceful nature experiences and is particularly appealing to families and nature lovers. Photo spots and viewpoints along the route make the walk varied.

7) Würmbach Waterfall Trail, Lofer
Starting point: Almbahn I mountain station (Loderbichl)
Destination: Almenwelt Lofer (Loferer Alm)
Route length: approx. 3.1 km
Duration: approx. 2–2.5 hours uphill
Elevation gain: approx. 400 m
Difficulty: easy to moderate
Suitable for pushchairs: no
Special feature: The path runs alongside the Würm stream, featuring several rushing waterfalls and small pools.
Top secret swimming spots
Tips for things to do in bad weather
- Familienland Pillersee – Indoor games and climbing centre
- Glockendorf, Tyrol – Waidring
- Dead Sea Salt Cave – St. Jakob in Haus
- Monoplexx Cinema – St. Johann in Tirol
- Murmi’s Kinderland – Kirchdorf in Tirol
- Aubad Fieberbrunn
- Aurach Wildlife Park – Kitzbühel
- Tratzberg Castle - Jenbach
- Cineplexx Cinema – Kitzbühel
- Kitzbühel - Shopping & Culture
- Swarovski Crystal Worlds – Wattens
- Kitzbühel Sports Park
