Hikes in Rauris

There are various hiking options around Rauris, including easy hikes in the valley and more challenging tours with many metres of elevation gain to alpine pastures and summits. It is particularly enjoyable to hike along the Rauriser Ache, which meanders through the valley. Attractive routes also lead up to beautiful mountain pastures such as the Karalm. Alternatively, you can use a cable car to get one floor higher and start your hike from there.

The Hochalm area offers numerous possibilities after the ascent with the Rauriser Hochalmbahnen 6-seater gondola lift. Various activities can be enjoyed here, ranging from picturesque walks to more challenging summit hikes. There are also exciting themed trails for children, giving young visitors the opportunity to discover nature through play and learn lots of interesting facts about the mountain world in the process.

The municipality of Rauris is located in the centre of the Hohe Tauern National Park. The surrounding mountains belong to the Goldberg and Glockner groups. The striking local mountains of Rauris are the Schwarzwand (2194 m) and the Grubereck (2168 m). In the Hintertal valley, the mountains even extend to over 3000 metres above sea level and the landscape is high alpine. This area around the Hoher Sonnblick (3106 m) is particularly attractive and is ideal for hikes and mountain tours.

Many recommended hikes start in Kolm Saigurn, a picturesque village at the end of the Rauris Valley. It lies below the majestic Hoher Sonnblick. In addition to the impressive natural surroundings, Kolm Saigurn also has an interesting history to offer, which is closely linked to the miners and the gold mining that took place in the region.

Visitors have the opportunity to hike along the Miners' Trail and learn more about the history of the miners and gold mining in the region. Alternatively, there is also a hike through the Rauris primeval forest, which offers further fascinating insights into unspoilt nature.

After an eventful hike, there is the opportunity to stop for refreshments in the mountain huts or in the Kolm Saigurn Nature Friends' Centre. There, hikers can enjoy local specialities and fortify themselves before setting off on their return journey or exploring the picturesque surroundings further.

Particularly beautiful side valleys such as the Seidlwinkel Valley offer unspoilt nature, clear air and wild water in the Rauris Valley. There are more than 300 natural springs and countless waterfalls and mountain streams in this region. This multitude of water sources makes the Rauris Valley a true powerhouse for body and soul. The area is particularly suitable for hikes, also for families, and the water information trail is especially recommended. This hiking trail ends at the 500-year-old Rauriser Tauernhaus. The beautiful Krumltal valley with its waterfall is also well worth a visit.

The Rauris Valley offers a wide range of options for summiteers. Various peaks can be reached by cable car, including the Schwarzwand. There are also beautiful summit hikes on the border to the Gastein Valley, such as the Rührkübel.