Alpbach
Tyrol's flower village at about 1,000 m, known for its timber buildings
Alpbachtal
Radfeld
Inn valley village next to Rattenberg, Austria's smallest town
Radfeld lies on the flat floor of the Inn valley at about 512 m, right next to Rattenberg. It is a municipality in the Kufstein district and belongs to the Alpbachtal tourism region. The village itself is modest and mostly rural.
Its main strength is its location. Rattenberg, known as the glass town and Austria's smallest town, is within walking distance, with the castle ruin on the Schlossberg above it. The Inn Cycle Path, an almost flat route through the Tyrolean lowlands, also passes by Radfeld.
Radfeld is not a full-day destination, but it fits well into a combined outing: cycling along the Inn, a walk in the surroundings and then a visit to Rattenberg. The nearby Reintaler See is one of the warmer bathing lakes in Tyrol. From Niederau it takes about 25 minutes. There is little tourist infrastructure here, so you may want to bring your own snacks or eat in Rattenberg. For children the flat cycle route is a pleasant way to spend a day outdoors. If you plan to visit the castle ruin, check beforehand that the path is passable.
- Drive from Niederauapprox. 25 min.
- Elevation512 m
- RegionAlpbachtal
- Best forSuits families who want to combine cycling, a short walk and a visit to Rattenberg.
What to see and do
- Rattenberg, the glass town, lies right next to Radfeld and is easy to explore on foot.
- The castle ruin on the Schlossberg above Rattenberg is worth a short walk.
- The Inn Cycle Path through the Tyrolean lowlands is almost flat and suits families with children.
- The nearby Reintaler See is one of the warmer bathing lakes in Tyrol.
- Wasserburg Lichtwerth near Münster is a rare example of a Tyrolean moated castle.
- In winter the Ski Juwel Alpbachtal Wildschönau ski area is a short drive away.
From Niederau
About 25 minutes by car from Niederau: via Oberau to Wörgl, then along the Inn towards Rattenberg.
Always check times, prices and opening dates with the provider beforehand; they can change.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see near Radfeld?
Mainly Rattenberg, Austria's smallest town with a glass tradition, and the castle ruin on the Schlossberg.
Can you cycle with children near Radfeld?
Yes, the Inn Cycle Path runs almost flat past the village and is therefore suitable for families.
More places in Alpbachtal
Reith im Alpbachtal
Village at the entrance of the Alpbachtal, with a lake and the Juppi Zauberwald
Brixlegg
Market town in the Inn Valley with mining history and a museum
Rattenberg
Austria's smallest town, known for glass and Inn-Salzach houses
Kramsach
Village with an open-air museum and small lakes by the Inn
Kundl
Inn Valley village, start of the Kundler Klamm gorge to the Wildschönau
Münster
Quiet village in the Tyrolean lowlands, near Lake Zireiner and the Rofan range
Useful guides
Day trips from Niederau: 7 outings with route and programme
Innsbruck, Kitzbühel, Kufstein, Achensee, Zillertal and more, with drive times and day plans.
Getting to Niederau: by car, train, plane and on the spot
Everything about the trip to the Wildschönau and getting around the valley, from motorway to ski bus.
When to visit Niederau: month by month
From ski season to autumn colours: what is open and how busy it gets, period by period.
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. Personal recommendation, no payment involved.
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