Village stroll in Scheffau
Summer A quiet village at the Wilder Kaiser, with paths up to meadows and alpine pastures
Kufsteinerland and Wilder Kaiser
Scheffau am Wilden Kaiser
A quiet village below the Wilder Kaiser, near the Hintersteiner See
Scheffau am Wilden Kaiser lies at about 620 m at the foot of the Kaiser mountains. Together with Ellmau, Going and Söll it forms the so-called Kaiser villages. The village was long agricultural and now lives mainly from tourism.
Compared with its busier neighbours Söll and Ellmau, Scheffau is calm and residential in character. About four kilometres away lies the Hintersteiner See, known for its turquoise water and a beach on the north shore. Hiking paths lead from the village into the Kaiser range, for example towards Gasthaus Bärnstatt and the 2,111 m summit.
In winter Scheffau is a central village in the SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental, with direct access to the linked pistes. In summer the Kaiserwelt Scheffau at the gondola station (about 1,650 m) is a playground for children. It combines well with a visit to Going or Ellmau. Parking at the Hintersteiner See and the gondola can be limited in peak season, so arrive early. Check the current lift operating times beforehand.
- Drive from Niederauapprox. 35 min.
- Elevation620 m
- RegionKufsteinerland and Wilder Kaiser
- Best forSuits families who want to combine hiking, swimming and play.
What to see and do
- The Hintersteiner See with turquoise water and a beach, about 4 km from the village.
- Kaiserwelt Scheffau at the gondola station (about 1,650 m): a playground with tree houses and climbing equipment.
- Hiking towards Gasthaus Bärnstatt and the 2,111 m summit.
- A walking circuit from Scheffau up to the Kaiseralm.
- In winter, skiing in the SkiWelt with direct gondola access from the village.
From Niederau
About 35 minutes by car from Niederau: via Oberau to Wörgl, then via Söll to Scheffau.
Always check times, prices and opening dates with the provider beforehand; they can change.
Things to do in and around here
Frequently asked questions
Is Scheffau suitable for children?
Yes, in summer there is the Kaiserwelt Scheffau at the gondola station with tree houses and climbing equipment.
How far is the Hintersteiner See?
About four kilometres from the village; the lake has a beach on its north shore.
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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