From the Hecherhaus to the Kellerjoch Hut (IVV)
Summit tour

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
Tip from the author:This hike is a permanent trail of the Austrian Volkssport Association (ÖVV).

These are marked hiking trails that you can hike independently at any time with a start card and route map. There are checkpoints along the way, and at the finish line you will receive an IVV rating stamp for each route – ideal for personal participation and kilometre ratings as well as shared hiking experiences in nature. More information at https://oevv-wandern.at/

Route type

Circular hike:Yes

Fitness & technique

Fitness:2
Technical:3

Getting there

Getting there:
  • 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
    • 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
    Parking:Car park Kellerjochbahn

    Best season

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

    City:Pillberg

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