Brixental and Kitzbühel Alps
Aurach bei Kitzbühel
A quiet municipality with a wildlife park and hiking in the Kitzbühel south hills
Aurach bei Kitzbühel lies at about 846 m, roughly 5 km south of Kitzbühel. The municipality consists of Unteraurach, Oberaurach and a few smaller hamlets. The village is characterised by centuries-old farmsteads and is a destination for people who want calm and nature.
The best-known family target is the Wildpark Aurach above the village, with about 200 animals from the Alps, such as red deer, ibex, wild boar and lynx, but also llamas and yaks. In the Streichlstadl the youngest can pet guinea pigs and sheep. The parish church of St. Rupert is worth a look; mining once took place around the Kelchalm.
In summer the hiking area of the Kitzbühel south hills is on the doorstep. In winter the central location near the ski areas between Jochberg and Kitzbühel is handy. From Niederau it combines well with a visit to Kitzbühel. The wildlife park sits on a hillside above the village, so sturdy shoes are best for children. Check current opening times and entry prices beforehand.
- Drive from Niederauapprox. 50 min.
- Elevation846 m
- RegionBrixental and Kitzbühel Alps
- Best forSuits families with young children who want to see animals.
What to see and do
- Wildpark Aurach with about 200 animals, including red deer, ibex, lynx, llamas and yaks.
- The Streichlstadl with guinea pigs and sheep to pet.
- Hiking in the Kitzbühel south hills.
- The parish church of St. Rupert.
- The area around the Kelchalm, where mining once took place.
- In winter, close to the ski areas between Jochberg and Kitzbühel.
From Niederau
About 50 minutes by car from Niederau: via Oberau to Wörgl, through the Brixental to Kitzbühel and then south to Aurach.
Always check times, prices and opening dates with the provider beforehand; they can change.
Frequently asked questions
Which animals can you see in Wildpark Aurach?
About 200 animals, including red deer, ibex, wild boar, lynx, llamas and yaks; there is also a petting barn.
How far is Aurach from Kitzbühel?
About 5 km south of Kitzbühel.
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