Snowshoe hiking tour to Kellerjochhütte
Snowshoe hiking

Take the mountain railway and snowshoes to the Kellerjoch Hut

The tour first takes you on the Kellerjochbahn cable car to the Hecherhaus and then on snowshoes to the Kellerjochhütte, from where you can enjoy stunning views of the Tux Alps, down into the Inn Valley and across to the Karwendel Mountains.

At a Glance

Difficulty level:medium difficulty
Elevation loss:360 m
Walking time / ascent:1.5 h

Information

Walking time / descent:1.25 h
Starting point:Kellerjochbahn valley station
Finishing point:Kellerjoch hut
Directions:Route:
  • Take the Kellerjochbahn chairlift to the Hecherhaus
  • From there, ascend to the Arbeserkogel
  • Proceed along the ridge towards the clearly visible Kellerjochhütte (not open in winter!)
  • The final kilometre is over steep terrain to the hut
  • Return via the ascent route to the lift station
Recommended equipment:
  • Snowshoe equipment (snowshoes & telescopic poles with large snow baskets)
  • Waterproof, functional winter clothing
  • Avalanche transceiver equipment
  • Map, GPS or tour app
  • Sun protection
Tip from the author:Snowshoe hikes in open terrain should always be undertaken by inexperienced individuals with a mountain guide or hiking guide.

Getting there

Getting there:

Public transport: Train to Schwaz station – Bergbus 8 to Kellerjochbahn station
Car: A12 Inntal motorway, Schwaz exit, Pillbergstraße to Kellerjochbahn car park

Public transport:Train to Schwaz station - Bergbus 8 to the bus stop Pillberg Kellerjochbahn/Grafenast

You can find the bus timetables at www.smartride.vvt.at


Parking:Paid parking lot at Kellerjochbahn

Best season

Jan:Yes
Feb:Yes
Dec:Yes

City:Pill, Pillberg

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