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Must-sees around Wiesenhof
From Wiesenhof, you’re right in the middle of it all – not just nearby. Lake Achensee is on your doorstep, the Karwendel peaks form your backdrop, and waterfalls are just around the corner. Here are some highlights, just a few. We’ll share the rest once you’re here with us.
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Lake Achensee – the turquoise giant
- Where: on your doorstep
- Distance: a few metres
- Lake Achensee is your 6.8-kilometre-long aquatic companion throughout your stay at Wiesenhof. Turquoise blue all year round thanks to its lime-rich water. 133 metres deep, drinking-water quality, and full of possibilities for fun and adventure.
- What to do: swimming, diving, sailing, stand-up paddling, pedal boating, fishing, lakeside walking, sunrise watching, winter ice bathing for the brave
- For whom: everyone. From toddlers to Grandpa Wilfried. Water sports enthusiasts will find top conditions here, while those seeking peace will find perfect tranquillity.
Emil grins: "Some ducks fly halfway around the world in search of the perfect lake. I’ve found it here."
- Where: on your doorstep
- Distance: a few metres
- Lake Achensee is your 6.8-kilometre-long aquatic companion throughout your stay at Wiesenhof. Turquoise blue all year round thanks to its lime-rich water. 133 metres deep, drinking-water quality, and full of possibilities for fun and adventure.
- What to do: swimming, diving, sailing, stand-up paddling, pedal boating, fishing, lakeside walking, sunrise watching, winter ice bathing for the brave
- For whom: everyone. From toddlers to Grandpa Wilfried. Water sports enthusiasts will find top conditions here, while those seeking peace will find perfect tranquillity.
Emil grins: "Some ducks fly halfway around the world in search of the perfect lake. I’ve found it here."
Mt Bärenkopf (1,991m)
- Where: Karwendel massif
- Distance: start at the mountain station of the Karwendel cable car
- The local peak for those who mean business. Mt Bärenkopf is a true Tyrolean classic.
- What to do: hike via the normal route (3 hours), try via ferrata routes of varying difficulty, sunrise tours for early risers, top-class mountain photography
- For whom: experienced hikers and mountaineers. Good physical condition important, mountain experience an advantage. Perfect for families with older children.
- Where: Karwendel massif
- Distance: start at the mountain station of the Karwendel cable car
- The local peak for those who mean business. Mt Bärenkopf is a true Tyrolean classic.
- What to do: hike via the normal route (3 hours), try via ferrata routes of varying difficulty, sunrise tours for early risers, top-class mountain photography
- For whom: experienced hikers and mountaineers. Good physical condition important, mountain experience an advantage. Perfect for families with older children.
Dalfazer waterfall
- Where: Rofan massif, above Maurach
- Distance: 15-minute drive and 60-minute walk
- A 213-metre freefall over rock walls – Tyrol’s answer to Niagara Falls. In spring, snowmelt makes it thunder; in summer, it turns into a fine, cooling mist.
- What to do: hike to the waterfall, photography, picnic with a view
- For whom: families with children aged 6 and over, nature lovers, amateur photographers. The route is easy, the experience unforgettable.
Emil is amazed: “Water and gravity, truly nature’s best collaboration.”
- Where: Rofan massif, above Maurach
- Distance: 15-minute drive and 60-minute walk
- A 213-metre freefall over rock walls – Tyrol’s answer to Niagara Falls. In spring, snowmelt makes it thunder; in summer, it turns into a fine, cooling mist.
- What to do: hike to the waterfall, photography, picnic with a view
- For whom: families with children aged 6 and over, nature lovers, amateur photographers. The route is easy, the experience unforgettable.
Emil is amazed: “Water and gravity, truly nature’s best collaboration.”
Karwendel massif – the wild side of Tyrol
- Where: directly behind Wiesenhof
- Distance: starts almost on the doorstep
- The largest nature reserve in the Eastern Alps. Untamed, honest, and wild. The peaks rise to nearly 3,000 metres, home to golden eagles, marmots, and pure mountain silence.
- What to do: hiking from gentle to extreme, climbing, mountaineering, wildlife watching, Alpine pasture walks, multi-day treks through untouched nature
- For whom: all mountain enthusiasts. From pram tours to challenging mountain tours, you’ll find everything here. Respect for nature is a must.
- Where: directly behind Wiesenhof
- Distance: starts almost on the doorstep
- The largest nature reserve in the Eastern Alps. Untamed, honest, and wild. The peaks rise to nearly 3,000 metres, home to golden eagles, marmots, and pure mountain silence.
- What to do: hiking from gentle to extreme, climbing, mountaineering, wildlife watching, Alpine pasture walks, multi-day treks through untouched nature
- For whom: all mountain enthusiasts. From pram tours to challenging mountain tours, you’ll find everything here. Respect for nature is a must.
Lake Achensee boat tour
- Where: Pertisau pier, 5-minute walk from Wiesenhof
- Distance: 300 metres on foot
- Steamships have been gliding across Lake Achensee since 1887. Enjoy leisurely cruises with stunning mountain panoramas included.
- What to do: round trips (45 minutes), excursions to lakeside villages, sunset cruises, combinations with hikes.
- For whom: families, older guests, those who appreciate relaxing activities. Also suitable for strollers and wheelchairs.
- Where: Pertisau pier, 5-minute walk from Wiesenhof
- Distance: 300 metres on foot
- Steamships have been gliding across Lake Achensee since 1887. Enjoy leisurely cruises with stunning mountain panoramas included.
- What to do: round trips (45 minutes), excursions to lakeside villages, sunset cruises, combinations with hikes.
- For whom: families, older guests, those who appreciate relaxing activities. Also suitable for strollers and wheelchairs.
Wolfsklamm gorge: natural cinema between rock faces
- Where: in Stans
- Distance: 20-minute drive
- 354 metres’ elevation difference on 1.5 kilometres of trail. The Wolfsklamm gorge winds dramatically between steep rock walls. Waterfalls, walkways, bridges: in short, pure adventure.
- What to do: gorge hike (1.5 hours), photography.
- For whom: families with children aged 8 and over, sure-footed hikers, nature lovers. Slippery in wet conditions, sturdy shoes important.
- Tip: early in the morning you often have the gorge to yourself.
- Where: in Stans
- Distance: 20-minute drive
- 354 metres’ elevation difference on 1.5 kilometres of trail. The Wolfsklamm gorge winds dramatically between steep rock walls. Waterfalls, walkways, bridges: in short, pure adventure.
- What to do: gorge hike (1.5 hours), photography.
- For whom: families with children aged 8 and over, sure-footed hikers, nature lovers. Slippery in wet conditions, sturdy shoes important.
- Tip: early in the morning you often have the gorge to yourself.
Everything at a glance
- Directly on site: Lake Achensee, Lake Achensee boat tour
- Short distance: Dalfazer waterfall, Mt Rofanspitze
- Day trip: Mt Bärenkopf, Wolfsklamm gorge, Karwendel massif
- For families: Lake Achensee, boat trip, Dalfazer waterfall, Rofan cable car
- For athletes: Mt Bärenkopf, tour on the Karwendel massif, Wolfsklamm gorge, Mt Rofanspitze
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