Winter Wonderland in the Reutte Nature Park Region Winter Hiking
White Winter Wonderland
Leave everyday life behind on one of our numerous winter hikes along more than 140 kilometres of winter hiking trails. Enjoy the fresh air, the gentle crunch of snow beneath your boots, and the peaceful calm of the snow-covered winter landscape. Whether you prefer an easy walk along a lake or would rather conquer a few metres of altitude on the way up to a hut – you’re sure to find the perfect route here.
The shores of the crystal-clear lakes Frauensee, Hüttenmühlsee, Riedener See, Urisee, Plansee and Kreckelmooser See in the Reutte Nature Park Region invite you to take long, leisurely walks. Gentle rays of sunshine warm your cheeks, slightly reddened by the cold. The pleasant silence is broken only by the crunch of snow beneath your feet and the cheerful laughter of children playing in the snow.
Unforgettable Hiking Experiences
With the Guest Aktiv Card, every hiking day in the Reutte Nature Park Region is unique! Look forward to atmospheric torchlight hikes along Plansee, around Hüttenmühlsee, and on the Panorama Trail in Wängle. Experience a romantic lantern walk to the Ehrenberg Castle Ruin, relaxing alpaca and llama strolls, and special winter moments on guided snowshoe tours across the snow-covered slopes.
Winter Hiking Tour Map
Top Winter Hikes
Discover our top winter tours and valuable tips for winter hiking in our blog post:
Winter Hiking Essentials
Your safety and the protection of nature are our top priorities. Please follow the guidelines for responsible behaviour in the mountains and the natural environment.
Essential gear for winter hiking:
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Sturdy footwear with good grip
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Warm, functional clothing suitable for the weather and temperatures
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Additional clothing: hat/headband, gloves, multifunctional scarf
Other items to take in your backpack:
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Mobile phone with a fully charged battery for emergencies
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Map or hiking guide
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Sunglasses and sunscreen – the winter sun can be very strong, and snow reflects sunlight, which may harm your eyes
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Hiking poles for extra stability on slippery or icy paths
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Spikes for icy and slippery sections
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Headlamp for longer hikes during dusk
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For deep snow hikes. snowshoes
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Food and warm drink
5 Tips and Rules:
- Safety first! Stick to marked and cleared paths. Shortcuts or off-trail routes increase the risk of getting lost, falling, or triggering an avalanche. Even marked trails can be dangerous in certain snow conditions. Check the current avalanche situation, danger zones, and updates before each hike with the Avalanche Warning Service Tyrol: Avalanche.Report - Our tip: With the guests Aktiv Card, children and adults can join the “Fascination Snow and Its Dangers” programme for free and learn practical skills for assessing avalanche situations: Learn more
- Take regular breaks: Pause regularly to eat and drink. A backpack with snacks and a warm drink helps maintain energy. Remember that your body cools down faster during a break in winter.
- Know your limits: Winter hiking combines endurance sport with nature enjoyment. Good physical fitness and realistic self-assessment are essential, as winter conditions — cold, snow, and longer walking times — make hiking more demanding. Most winter trails are easy to follow but require sure-footedness, as snow can vary from powder to ice, crust, or slush depending on weather and time of day. In late winter and spring, conditions can change during the day: icy in the morning, slushy in the afternoon.
- Check the winter weather: Mountain weather can change quickly. Check forecasts for rain, wind, snow, and temperatures before your hike. Plan your tour so you return before dusk (around 16:00). If you are unsure about the weather or fading daylight, it’s safer to turn back early.
- Respect nature: Stay on marked paths and avoid litter and noise to protect wildlife. In winter, animals conserve energy, use fat reserves, and retreat to sheltered resting areas. Avoid protected areas, wildlife reserves, and feeding stations!