Snowshoe hike at snowshoe paradise Hochpillberg
Snowshoe hiking

The circular hike leads through quiet forests and open terrain with magnificent views of the Karwendel mountains and the Inn Valley.

From Hochpillberg, the tour leads along the ‘Path of the Senses’ through snow-covered forests and meadows to Naunz Niederleger and on to Alpengasthof Loas – an atmospheric winter experience.

At a Glance

Difficulty level:medium difficulty
Elevation loss:290 m

Information

Starting point:Parking lot Hochpillberg junction Loas
Finishing point:Parking lot Hochpillberg junction Loas
Path surface:Prepared winter hiking trail, passing over to open terrain
Directions:Route:
  • From the car park, take the path into the forest and continue east-south-east on the signposted ‘Weg der Sinne’ (Path of the Senses)
  • Trail into open terrain, following the slightly ascending road to the farms and stables of Naunz Niederleger (highest point).
  • Head south on the ‘Galtererweg’ forest trail, which remains at almost the same altitude. (Please note: the road uphill leads to Naunz Hochleger.)
  • Pass the hunter's hide through increasingly dense tree growth. Shortly before the junction with Loasweg (toboggan run), the path leads through a wildlife feeding area (crossing this area has been agreed with the hunting and forestry authorities, but we still ask you to follow the behaviour tips: avoid noise, cross quickly and do not stop, do not touch anything).
  • The last section of the trail runs uphill along the Loasweg to the Alpengasthof Loas.
    Descend via the Loasweg downhill. Halfway down, rejoin the ‘Weg der Sinne’ (Path of the Senses) or simply follow Loasweg to the car park.
    • Alternative: a few metres below, a path runs for approx. 500 m and rejoins

Loasweg. Please note: there is an increased risk of avalanches in the last section! Please obtain information before setting off.

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.

    Route type

    Circular hike:Yes
    Family hike:Yes

    Getting there

    Getting there:
  • Public transport: Train to Schwaz station and the regional bus 8 to Pillberg Parkplatz Abzw. Loasweg
  • By car: Take the A12 Inntal motorway, exit Schwaz, road to Pillberg until parking lot junction Loasweg
  • Public transport:Train to Schwaz station - regional bus 8 to the bus stop parking lot at junction Loasweg.

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

    Paid parking lot at the Loasweg junction

    Best season

    Jan:Yes
    Feb:Yes
    Dec:Yes

    City:Hochpillberg

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