In Lend, an idyllic village in the district of Zell am See in Austria, there are numerous opportunities for hiking. The geographical location of Lend is particularly charming and offers a variety of scenic features. Surrounded by majestic mountains and green valleys, hikers can experience the beauty of nature up close here.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Lend
Hiking Trail
· Alps
Alpine Crossing Salzburg Trieste, stages 8-14, Statzerhaus - Greifenburg
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Difficulty
T3
difficult
124.1 km
50:00 h
6,611 m
8,099 m
2nd Week: Through the High Mountain Landscape of the Hohe Tauern National Park
Solitary hikes with spectacular views of Austria's highest mountains.
Hiking Trail
· Taxenbach
From Taxenbach through the Kitzloch Gorge to Embach
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
10.6 km
4:00 h
532 m
532 m
From the cool, secretive world of the Rauriser Ache, up into the sun-flooded plain around the picturesque village of Embach.
Hiking Trail
· Hochkönig
10 Rupertiweg, E16: Statzerhaus – Rauris
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
Stage 16
23.4 km
7:00 h
489 m
1,652 m
Never-ending descent altitude meters bring us into the Salzach valley, then we cross the impressive Kitzloch Gorge to Rauris.
Hiking Trail
· Hohe Tauern National Park holiday region
HOHE TAUERN PANORAMA TRAIL | ST13: Kitzlochklamm | Taxenbach-Embach
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
Stage 13
Open
7.4 km
3:15 h
533 m
301 m
Through the spectacular Kitzlochklamm and to an ancient pilgrimage site
Hiking Trail
· Raurisertal
Highlight Kitzlochklamm Classic round
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
Open
1.7 km
1:15 h
350 m
350 m
Our highlight: Dreamlike round through the Kitzlochklamm
A unique natural spectacle with numerous idyllic bays, rushing water, and exciting viewpoints.
Hiking Trail
· Raurisertal
Gaisbach - Karalm - Grubereck - Bernkogel - Gaisbach
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
14.7 km
6:30 h
1,460 m
1,460 m
Comfortable (forest road) to the Alpengasthof Karalm,easy (hiking trail) to the Grubereck, steep (secured sections) to the Bernkogeland back over Karalm to the Gaisbach.
Hiking Trail
· Raurisertal
Circular hiking route Kitzloch Gorge via Embach
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
Open
11.2 km
4:10 h
680 m
680 m
Enjoy the gorge atmosphere and then visit the pilgrimage site Maria Elend!
Hiking Trail
· Raurisertal
Circular route Kitzloch Gorge to the Maria Elend Pilgrimage Church
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
moderate
Open
8.2 km
3:05 h
493 m
493 m
Hiking Trail No. 4 The Kitzloch Gorge is considered one of the most beautiful and impressive gorges in our Alpine region.
Hiking Trail
· Goldegg
From Lend to Goldegg
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
moderate
6.8 km
2:00 h
200 m
19 m
On the sunny side of the Salzach valley from the industrial town of Lend along hardly used access roads to Goldegg Castle.
Hiking Trail
· Gasteinertal
Salzburg Alpine Trail Stage Variant 04a: Böndlsee - Lend - Kögerlalm - Heinreichalm
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
moderate
15.3 km
7:30 h
1,440 m
586 m
On legendary trails
One of the most popular hiking tours in Lend leads to the summit of the Großglockner, the highest mountain in Austria. However, this demanding tour requires stamina and experience in alpine terrain. For families with children, on the other hand, a walk along the idyllic banks of the Salzach or through the picturesque village centre of Lend is more suitable.
The best seasons for hiking in Lend are spring and autumn. In spring, nature awakens to new life and presents itself in its full splendour. In autumn, on the other hand, the colourful foliage of the trees enchants every hiking trail.
There are various places where you can hike wonderfully. The Hohe Tauern National Park, for example, offers a variety of well-marked hiking trails of varying degrees of difficulty. From leisurely walks to challenging summit tours, everything is possible here.
Another highlight for nature lovers is the Rauris Valley, which is only a few kilometres away from Lend. An extensive network of hiking trails stretches here, suitable for beginners as well as experienced hikers. The waterfalls and gorges along the routes are particularly impressive.
In summary, Lend in the Zell am See district in Austria offers a variety of attractive hiking options. From relaxed walks to challenging summit tours, there is something for everyone here. The geographical location with its majestic mountains and green valleys as well as the tourist attractions make Lend an ideal starting point for unforgettable hiking adventures.
The best seasons for hiking in Lend are spring and autumn. In spring, nature awakens to new life and presents itself in its full splendour. In autumn, on the other hand, the colourful foliage of the trees enchants every hiking trail.
There are various places where you can hike wonderfully. The Hohe Tauern National Park, for example, offers a variety of well-marked hiking trails of varying degrees of difficulty. From leisurely walks to challenging summit tours, everything is possible here.
Another highlight for nature lovers is the Rauris Valley, which is only a few kilometres away from Lend. An extensive network of hiking trails stretches here, suitable for beginners as well as experienced hikers. The waterfalls and gorges along the routes are particularly impressive.
In summary, Lend in the Zell am See district in Austria offers a variety of attractive hiking options. From relaxed walks to challenging summit tours, there is something for everyone here. The geographical location with its majestic mountains and green valleys as well as the tourist attractions make Lend an ideal starting point for unforgettable hiking adventures.
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