Hike and bike in the hills of Kitzbühel

Whether you trek over some of its 1,000km of marked walking trails or take a ride along stretches of its 1,200km of cycle paths, there's plenty to explore in the Austrian Tirol's alpine wonderland this summer

Thursday 15 February 2018 11:54 GMT

(Michael Werlberger)

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It may be the winter sports capital of the Austrian Tirol, but for anyone who loves the outdoors, Kitzbühel casts its spell all summer long too. As soon as it sheds its layers of snow, this beautiful resort becomes an Alpine wonderland with its own matchless style – a medieval village filled with enticing shops and cafés set against a dramatic backdrop of breathtaking mountain scenery.

Wonderful walks

With more than 1,000km of marked trails stretching across the Hahnenkamm and the Kitzbüheler Horn, hikers are well catered for. As you wander past mountain streams and alpine meadows, you can bask in views of Wilder Kaiser. For an unforgettable experience, head to Bichalm Kneipp where you can wade into cool, refreshing pools of water while enjoying fabulous mountain vistas.

Get active

Get on your bike and explore some of the 1,200km of cycle trails around Kitzbühel. Enjoy lazy bike rides at lower altitudes, or let rip on some of the 800km of exhilarating mountain biking trails. Road cyclists won’t want to miss the famous Tour of Austria ascent to the Kitzbüheler Horn. If you want the thrill of the hills but need a bit of pedal power, rent an electric bike and broaden your horizons.

(Michael Werlberger (Michael Werlberger)

Golfers can practise their swing in some of the most glorious landscapes of the Austrian Tirol. Four golf courses await golfers of all abilities, and beginners can sign up for lessons at the Kitzbühel Golf School.

Body and soul

Put aside some time to savour the flavours of Kitzbühel’s restaurants – everything from rustic taverns to top-class dining. Once you’ve browsed the classy boutiques in the historic old town, unwind in the soothing bubbling waters of the Aquarena Spa.

Join the festivities during the Annual Fair, and get your cultural fix at the concerts of the Kitzbühel Music Festival.

Kitzbühel has plenty of activities all year round - see erlebnis.kitzbuehel.com to create your own adventurous itinerary.

My Kitzbühel

Kaspar Frauenschuh, fashion designer

“People ask me what makes the clothes I design recognisable. My answer is that they are authentic. Even up in the mountains I have met people who have said to me, ‘I saw someone 50 metres away wearing one of your ski suits’. If someone really wants to own an item of Frauenschuh clothing, then that’s the greatest recognition I can get. A jacket like ours can be handed down from one generation to the next.”

With daily scheduled flights to Innsbruck from London Heathrow and London Gatwick, as well as services from Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and Liverpool, it’s easy to discover the Austrian Tirol.

See kitzbuehel.com, visittirol.co.uk and l ove.tirol

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