Walking around the Pillersee
Summer Quiet routes in the Pillerseetal below the Loferer Steinberge
Hiking in the Wildschönau and around · Summer
Alm walks in the Brandenberg valley
Quiet paths to alpine pastures in a peaceful side valley
The Brandenberg valley is a side valley of the Inn valley near Kramsach and Rattenberg and much quieter than the large tourist valleys. With about 87 per cent forest cover, Brandenberg is the most heavily wooded municipality in Tyrol. The Brandenberger Ache, a turquoise mountain river, flows through the valley between steep rock faces.
The best-known walk is through the Tiefenbachklamm gorge between Kramsach and Brandenberg: about 5.7 km, moderately demanding and just over three hours, on a path along rock walls with bridges and a viewing platform. From the upper end of the valley you can return by bus. From the village, paths also lead through forest and over alpine pastures to alms such as the Lahnalm and the Jocheralm. The best time is roughly May to October. Keep your distance from wildlife and grazing animals.
- AgeAll ages
- DurationAbout 2–4 hours
- CostFree to walk
- DistanceAbout 40 min by car
- SeasonSummer
- LocationBrandenberg, Brandenberg valley
Tips
- Take a hiking map or ask at the village office for routes.
- Bring food and drink; not every hut is always open.
- For the Tiefenbachklamm, plan your return in advance, for example by bus.
- Keep your distance from wildlife and grazing animals.
Practical
Brandenberg is about 40 minutes by car from Niederau, via Kramsach or Rattenberg into the Brandenberg valley.
Always check times, prices and opening dates with the provider beforehand; they can change.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Brandenberg valley?
It is a side valley of the Inn valley near Rattenberg.
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