Kelchsau
A quiet side valley near Hopfgarten with old log farmhouses and an alpine chapel
Region
Brixental and Kitzbühel Alps
SkiWelt ski area, Kitzbühel and Tyrolean villages with meadows and mountains.
The Brixental lies east of the Wildschönau and is part of the Kitzbühel Alps. Villages such as Hopfgarten, Itter, Brixen im Thale, Westendorf and Kirchberg in Tirol lie along the road towards Kitzbühel. In winter a large part belongs to the SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental, with about 284 kilometres of pistes and 90 lifts one of the largest ski areas in Austria. Brixen im Thale, Westendorf, Hopfgarten, Itter and Söll, among others, are connected.
Kitzbühel itself is an old town with a well-known skiing history and a lively centre. For families it is mainly interesting for a day of shopping, walking or visiting a mountain. In summer the region is popular with hikers and cyclists, with paths over meadows and to huts. According to the tourist board golfers find several courses around Kitzbühel, two of them in the town centre.
From Niederau this area can be reached in a little under an hour by car, via Wörgl. It is a good choice for those who want to combine a town with mountain villages, or spend a day on another mountain. Check cable-car times, weather and prices beforehand, as they vary by season.
What to see and do
- Kitzbühel as a historic town with skiing tradition
- Hopfgarten, Itter and Brixen im Thale as villages in the valley
- Westendorf and Kirchberg in Tirol with mountain lifts
- Ski area in winter, walking and cycling routes in summer
- A combination of town and mountain village in one day
From Niederau
From Niederau you drive via Wörgl and then along the road through the Brixental towards Kitzbühel. Trains and buses also run along this route, but it takes some planning. Allow a little under an hour, depending on traffic.
Places in this region
St. Johann in Tirol
A lively market town with Baroque houses, a climbing forest and many outings
Jochberg
A mountain village between Kitzbühel and Pass Thurn with an old copper mine
Aurach bei Kitzbühel
A quiet municipality with a wildlife park and hiking in the Kitzbühel south hills
Oberndorf in Tirol
Quiet village below the Kitzbüheler Horn with an outdoor pool and walking trails
Kirchdorf in Tirol
Village at the foot of the Kaiser mountains with gorge, lake and spa
Hopfgarten im Brixental
Brixental village with a gondola up the Hohe Salve
Itter
Small village with Schloss Itter in the Brixental
Brixen im Thale
Village at the highest point of the Brixental, with the Filzalmsee
Westendorf
Flower-filled village below the Choralpe, with the Alpinolino children's area
Kirchberg in Tirol
Lively village in the Brixental, at the mouth of the Spertental
Kitzbühel
Historic town in the Kitzbühel Alps, known for the Hahnenkamm race
Frequently asked questions
Is Kitzbühel worth a visit with children?
Yes, especially for a stroll through the town and a mountain trip; it can be busy in peak season.
What is the SkiWelt?
A large ski area in the Brixental and surroundings, with about 284 kilometres of pistes and 90 lifts. Check current figures and rules with the organisation.
Can I play golf here in summer?
Yes, there are several golf courses around Kitzbühel; seasons usually run from spring to autumn. See also our golf page.
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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