Ritter-Waldauf-Runde
Attraction

A journey of discovery in the footsteps of Knight Waldauf through forests, along streams and over a suspension bridge to the ruins of Rettenberg.

  • The Ritter Waldauf circuit in Kolsass is a varied family hike that combines nature, history and family fun. The trail leads along idyllic forest paths, over an adventurous suspension bridge and past the Rettenberg ruins. Crossing the Weerbach stream on the suspension bridge is guaranteed to give you a little thrill!

    The trail is named after Florian Waldauf, the famous knight and loyal servant of Emperor Maximilian I, whose traces are still visible in the Karwendel Silver Region today. An ideal trail for a relaxing excursion that perfectly combines culture, nature and exercise.

    • Walking time: approx. 1.5 hours
    • Suitable for: families
    • Recommendation: good footwear

    • Opening hour

    Currently Closed

    At a Glance

    Easy
    200 hm
    750 m
    1.5 h
    4.5 km
    Elevation loss:200 m
    Walking time / ascent:1.5 h

    Information

    Walking time / descent:1.5 h
    Starting point:Gasthof Steixner
    Finishing point:Gasthof Steixner
    Path surface:Gravel, forest road, trail, wooden bridges
    Directions:
    • Start at Gasthof Steixner
    • Follow the paved road south along Kuntenweg to Tuxersteig
    • Continue through the forest towards "Vordere Hängebrücke"
    • After Kuntenhäusl, continue straight ahead through the forest until you reach a sharp right-hand bend to the suspension bridge
    • After the suspension bridge, follow the forest road northwest
    • About 100 metres off the path are the Rettenberg ruins with a great view over the remains of the ring wall and the Inn Valley
    • Then return and continue on the Florian Waldauf Weg, which leads partly through the forest and along the edge of the forest via a turnoff in front of the ruins
    • After a good 500 metres, you will come to a sloping meadow that leads to the Mühlsteig trail
    • From there, walk through the village, over a small bridge (50 metres before Dorfstraße) and back to the starting point at Gasthof Steixner
    Recommended equipment:
    • Good footwear
    • Headgear/sun protection on hot days
    • Drinking water

    Route type

    Circular hike:Yes
    Family hike:Yes

    Getting there

    Getting there:Public transport: Train to Terfens/Weer station, regional bus to Weer Donauer stop.
    Car: A12 Inntal motorway, exit at Vomp or Wattens (exit 61) – B171 Weer/Kolsass – Dorfstraße Weer.
    Public transport:Train to Terfens/Weer station - regional bus to the bus stop Weer Donauer

    You can find the bus timetables at www.smartride.vvt.at
    Parking:Few short-stay parking spaces available in the centre of Weer

    Best season

    Apr:Yes
    May:Yes
    Jun:Yes
    Jul:Yes
    Aug:Yes
    Sep:Yes
    Oct:Yes

    City:Weer, Weerberg, Kolsass, Kolsassberg

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