Swimming and water fun around Niederau · Summer

Kaiserwinkl near Kössen

A day of water, mountains and sky between Tyrol and Bavaria

The Kaiserwinkl is a quiet corner of Tyrol on the German border, including Kössen and Walchsee. There is plenty for a day out: hiking and mountain biking, swimming in Lake Walchsee (summer water temperatures of about 20 to 24 degrees) or in the Erlebnis-Waldschwimmbad in Kössen, and rafting on the Tiroler Ache.

Above Kössen rises the Unterberghorn, a well-known paragliding spot. For families there is also the Zahmer Kaiser family adventure park with a summer toboggan run, playgrounds and a petting zoo, among other things. So you can pick an active day or a calm one.

Place: Kössen

  • AgeAll ages, depending on activity
  • DurationHalf to full day
  • CostVaries by activity; please enquire in advance
  • DistanceAbout 40 min by car
  • SeasonMainly summer
  • LocationKössen, Kaiserwinkl

Tips

  • Combine a swim stop with a short walk so the day is not over-planned.
  • Rafting and paragliding have age and weight limits; ask the operator.
  • Check the weather beforehand, especially for rafting and paragliding.

Practical

Kössen is about 40 minutes by car from Niederau, heading towards Kufstein and the Kaiserwinkl. Plan the route in advance and allow extra time at weekends.

Always check times, prices and opening dates with the provider beforehand; they can change.

Frequently asked questions

What can you do in the Kaiserwinkl in summer?

Hiking, mountain biking, swimming in Lake Walchsee or the Waldschwimmbad in Kössen, rafting on the Tiroler Ache and paragliding from the Unterberghorn.

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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.

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