Forest and Family Trail in Thierbach
Summer A short, quiet circular walk in the highest village of the Wildschönau
Culture in the Wildschönau and surroundings · Summer
Village stroll in Scheffau
A quiet village at the Wilder Kaiser, with paths up to meadows and alpine pastures
With around 1,200 residents, Scheffau am Wilden Kaiser is the smallest of the four Kaiser municipalities, a quiet village at the foot of the Wilder Kaiser. You walk past farms with flower gardens and along calm streets; do not expect shopping streets or crowds.
After a loop through the village you can take one of the paths up to the meadows and alpine pastures above it. There are short, family-friendly rounds over the alpine meadows with views of the rock faces. Cows on or beside the path are part of the scene: keep your distance and close gates behind you.
Place: Scheffau am Wilden Kaiser
- AgeAll ages
- DurationApprox. 1 to 1.5 hours
- CostFree
- DistanceApprox. 40 min by car
- SeasonAll year
- LocationScheffau am Wilden Kaiser
Tips
- Keep your distance from cows and grazing animals.
- Bring water and a snack; there are few facilities.
- Wear sturdy shoes if you head up to the meadows.
- Combine with a visit to Ellmau or Söll.
Practical
Scheffau is roughly 40 minutes by car from Niederau, via Wörgl towards the Wilder Kaiser.
Always check times, prices and opening dates with the provider beforehand; they can change.
Frequently asked questions
Is Scheffau busy?
No, it is the smallest of the four Kaiser municipalities and a quiet village; it suits a short, relaxed walk.
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Stay in Niederau Partner
Hotel Wastlhof, partner of Niederau.nl, is a family-run hotel with an indoor and an outdoor pool, wellness and its own riding stables, right in the village. For more places to stay and information you can also contact the Wildschönau tourist office.
To Hotel Wastlhof · Wildschönau tourist office · More about staying in Niederau