From the Hecherhaus to the Kellerjoch Hut
Hut & alpine pasture hiking

Scenic hike on Schwaz's local mountain.

The Kellerjochbahn cable car takes you up to the Hecherhaus and from there on to the Kellerjochhütte. You are rewarded with sweeping views of the Inn Valley and the Karwendel Mountains opposite – a panorama that invites you to pause and reflect, making the moment in the clear mountain air unforgettable.

At a Glance

Average
345 hm
2234 m
2.33 h
4.2 km
Difficulty level:medium difficulty
Elevation loss:340 m

Information

Starting point:Hecherhaus
Finishing point:Kellerjoch Hut
Path surface:Well-maintained trail or forest path (Hecherweg)
Directions:Route:
  • From the Kellerjochbahn car park, take the Kellerjochbahn cable car to the Hecherhaus or, alternatively, walk along the old Kellnersteig trail or the toboggan run (Hecherweg).
  • From the Hecherhaus, continue right towards Naunzstand and on to the Kellerjochhütte.
  • Return via the same route or via the steeper Arbeserkolgel (Hiking poles recommended) to the Hecherhaus.
  • From there, take the Kellerjochbahn or, alternatively, walk back to the car park via the toboggan run (Hecherweg).
Recommended equipment:
  • Sturdy footwear
  • Rain protection/sun protection
  • Sufficient drinking water/snacks
Cable car:Yes

Fitness & technique

Fitness:2
Technical:3

Best season

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

Route type

Circular hike:Yes

Getting there

Arrival by public transport:Train to Schwaz station - regional bus 8 to the bus stop Hotel Frieden

You can find the bus timetables at www.smartride.vvt.at
Arrival by car:
  • Public transport: Train to Schwaz station and the regional bus 8 to Pillberg Hotel Frieden
  • By car: Take the A12 Inntal motorway, exit Schwaz, road to Pillberg until parking lot Kellerjochbahn

    • Car park Kellerjochbahn

    City:Pillberg

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