"GEIL, OWA ZACH" is the motto of the unique ultra run at the 50th anniversary of the Koasa March.
- Type: Running
- Start: School centre Ebbs
- End: School centre Ebbs
- Difficult
- 3450 m
- 52.4 km
Information on Hiking, Trail Closures, Conduct, and Safety in the Mountains
Tips and Information for Your Mountain Experience
Find out about proper conduct in the mountains, how to interact with grazing animals, important emergency numbers, difficulty levels of hiking trails, and behavior rules on alpine pastures. Prepare yourself, ensure your safety, and enjoy your vacation in Kufsteinerland.
Closed Trails & Tours
KUFSTEIN: Connection Tischoferhöhle to Theaterhütte Closed
The connection from Tischoferhöhle via the Kaiserbach Bridge to Theaterhütte is closed until further notice due to storm damage. The path to Tischoferhöhle is accessible via the detour (Kaiserlift parking lot and Kaiser ascent).
The following tours are affected:
KUFSTEIN: Höhenweg to Schwoich Closed
The Höhenweg from Kufstein (Gewerbepark Süd) to Schwoich (Moosham) via Wöhrer Köpfl is closed until further notice due to fallen trees. There is currently no detour available.
THIERSEE: Connection from Hinterthiersee to Schmiedtal Closed
The path from Hinterthiersee to Schmiedtal is closed with immediate effect until further notice due to a dilapidated bridge. It is NOT permitted to cross the bridge. The path can be bypassed via Schmiedtal 45-48.
LANGKAMPFEN: Trail between Maistall and Dreibrunnenjoch
The trail between Maistall and Dreibrunnenjoch is permanently closed and not passable. Additionally, a bridge is in poor condition. A detour is possible via the steep trail at Stimmersee directly to Dreibrunnenjoch or via the forest road.
Classification of Hiking and Mountain Trails
Classification of Hiking and Mountain Trails
In addition to uniform signage and trail marking, hiking trails are generally divided into three difficulty levels: Hiking Trails, Mountain Trails, and Alpine Routes. The classification follows the Tyrolean Hiking and Mountain Trail Concept of the state of Tyrol.
Hiking Trail:
No mountain experience or specific mountain equipment is required for hiking trails. The paths are wide and without significant inclines or declines. The signage has a yellow background with a white circle indicating the difficulty level. Hiking trails are suitable for beginners and casual walkers. Sports shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are required.
Red Mountain Trail:
Red mountain trails are moderately difficult. Some narrow and steep, but secured, walking and climbing passages await hikers. The corresponding signs have a yellow background with a red circle indicating the difficulty level. Red mountain trails are suitable for sure-footed and experienced mountain hikers. Good physical condition, mountain experience, and mountain equipment are required.
Black Mountain Trail:
Black mountain trails are narrow, almost entirely steep, and exposed paths. Those venturing on a black mountain trail must expect longer secured walking and climbing passages. Black mountain trails are indicated on yellow background signs with a black circle indicating the difficulty level. Black mountain trails are suitable for experienced, sure-footed, and alpine-experienced mountaineers. Excellent physical condition, alpine experience, and mountain equipment, including alpine safety gear, and good weather conditions are required.
Alpine Route:
Alpine routes are very difficult and not for everyone. They are located in high alpine terrain, are exposed, and feature unsecured walking and climbing passages. There is a significant risk of falling, as alpine routes can be slippery in parts. The signage carries the inscription "Alpine Route" as the difficulty level. Alpine routes are suitable for experienced, sure-footed, and highly alpine-experienced mountaineers. Outstanding physical condition, extensive mountain experience, alpine climbing equipment, safety and orientation tools, and good weather conditions are required.
Tyrolean Mountain Sports Guide
Tyrolean Mountain Sports Guides
With professional guidance, you can be sure of your safety: Around 1,200 mountain hiking guides and more than 700 top-trained mountain guides are available in Tyrol, offering maximum safety in the mountains. The Tyrolean mountain sports guides know every corner of the Tyrolean mountains and accompany hikers and mountaineers on their tours through the alpine mountain world. They ensure that everyone safely reaches the summit.
Mountain Rescue Tyrol
Mountain Rescue Tyrol
Professional assistance in alpine terrain. More than 4,000 mountain rescuers are on duty in the Tyrolean mountains for you. 365 days a year, 24 hours a day.
Ways to report an emergency in an alpine accident:
- Emergency app
- Alpine emergency number 140
- Euro emergency number 112
No Signal? Without network coverage and in radio shadow, no emergency call is possible. Move to a better location and regularly dial the Euro emergency number 112. Access any available network by entering "112" instead of the PIN code when switching on the phone or using the SOS emergency call function.
Emergency App Mountain Rescue Tyrol:
An alternative to reporting emergencies in the terrain is the Emergency App Mountain Rescue Tyrol operated by Leitstelle Tirol for smartphones. The (almost) pinpoint location of the victim using the integrated GPS module drastically reduces the time between alert and rescue. At the same time, the phone connection allows for clarifying the emergency situation and supporting the victim in managing the acute situation. Thus, the Emergency App Mountain Rescue Tyrol is a valuable supplement to the official alpine emergency number 140 and can even save lives in some cases.
You can download the Emergency App Mountain Rescue Tyrol for iPhones from the Apple App Store or for Android smartphones from the Google Play Store for free.
Overview of the Mountain Rescue Tyrol Emergency App:
- Developed specifically for emergencies in the alpine area within Tyrol
- Usable only in Tyrol
- The only emergency app directly connected to Leitstelle Tirol
- Transmits the user's location (GPS coordinates) and personal data (via Internet or SMS) to Leitstelle Tirol at the push of a button in an acute emergency
- Simultaneously establishes a phone connection with Leitstelle Tirol to clarify the situation
- Subsequently, Leitstelle Tirol alerts and dispatches the necessary rescue forces
- Includes a test function that allows you to test the functionality of data transmission and phone connection without triggering a false alarm
Proper Conduct in the Mountains
Proper Conduct in the Mountains
While hiking, weather conditions are felt much more strongly and directly than in the valley. Good tour planning and adherence to important behavioral rules significantly increase safety in the mountains. To ensure that hikers and mountaineers are safe in the mountain world, the Austrian Alpine Club has issued 10 recommendations for safe mountain hiking.
Proper Conduct with Grazing Animals
Proper Conduct with Grazing Animals
Austria's farmers make an important contribution to preserving our alpine landscape. However, an alpine pasture is not a petting zoo. By following a few simple behavioral rules, dangerous situations can be avoided when encountering grazing animals.
Hiking with Dogs
Hiking with Dogs
Alpine pastures are particularly rewarding hiking destinations for many people. To ensure that your time there remains a pleasant memory, it is important to follow some behavioral rules when dealing with grazing animals. This is especially true when hiking with a dog.
Hiking with a dog is a great experience and a true enrichment for both humans and animals. To ensure that both the dog and the owner can enjoy their hikes without worry, a dedicated hiking guide for "Hiking with Dogs" is available in Kufsteinerland:
