Winter wonderland

Winter hiking

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Tour data

15.74km

766 - 1,219m

Distance

651hm

457hm

Ascent

05:30h

Duration

Tourismusverband WILDER KAISER

Brief description: Romantic forest walk in tranquil surroundings.
Difficulty: medium
Rating: Technique

Fitness

Landscape

Experience
Starting point: Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Ellmau (800 m)
Route: Ellmau village
0.1 km

Wimm (791 m)hamlet
1.1 km

Riesen neighbourhood
2.5 km

Biedringer Alm (1,124 m)locality
6.9 km

Wimm (791 m)hamlet
11.5 km

Ellmau village
12.6 km

Riesen neighbourhood
14.3 km
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Description: Start in the centre of Ellmau. Take the footbridge there towards the district of Wimm and follow the trail until you reach the former Gasthof Riesen inn. From Riesen, the beautiful circular walk is also ideal for snowshoeing. Now follow the winter hiking trail through the magnificent winter landscape to the Biedringer Alm mountain hut (1,131 m, does not feature any establishments that serve food). Here, you can marvel at the breathtaking view of the Wilder Kaiser region blanketed in deep snow. This is the perfect place to stop for something to eat before returning to the valley via the farms in Biedring.
Directions: Start in the centre of Ellmau. Take the footbridge there towards the district of Wimm and follow the trail until you reach the former Gasthof Riesen inn. From Riesen, the beautiful circular walk is also ideal for snowshoeing. Now follow the winter hiking trail through the magnificent winter landscape to the Biedringer Alm mountain hut (1,131 m, does not feature any establishments that serve food). Here, you can marvel at the breathtaking view of the Wilder Kaiser region blanketed in deep snow. This is the perfect place to stop for something to eat before returning to the valley via the farms in Biedring.
Highest point: 1,219 m
Endpoint: Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Ellmau (800 m)
Height profile
Equipment: Sturdy high mountaineering boots with anti-slip treaded soles (waterproof), weather-appropriate outdoor gear (breathable) incl. a change of clothes, sun protection (sunglasses, sun cream, lip protection, headgear), waterproofs (rain jacket/poncho, pocket umbrella, rucksack protector), cold protection (hat, gloves), sufficient food and hot drinks, hiking poles (height adjustable) if required, first aid kit incl. rescue blanket and bivouac sack, mobile phone with fully charged battery, headlamp, plastic bag for waste, hiking map, route description and information materials (GPX track), ID card, insurance card, cash.
Directions: Heading from Wörgl or Kufstein on the B178 road, take the first exit to Ellmau and then take the first exit at the roundabout. Drive along the bypass, then turn towards the centre of Ellmau when you reach the end (between MPreis and the Sporthotel). Continue straight on until you see the Tourist Info on the right-hand side (short-stay parking zone). The hiking starting point is located opposite this on the left-hand side. Heading from St. Johann on the B178 road, take the first exit to Ellmau and drive straight on through the town until you see the Tourist Info on the right-hand side (short-stay parking zone). The hiking starting point is located opposite this on the left-hand side.
Public transportation: Skibus stop “Hotel Alte Post” or Skibus and Postbus stop “Ellmau Dorf Bauhof”. More information at: www.wilderkaiser.info/mobility
Parking: Public car parks in Ellmau centre or west - for free.