The best mountain hikes around Hochfilzen

The Wildseelodersee with Wildseeloderhaus (1854m) are two landmarks of the Pillerseetal region near Fieberbrunn. The picturesquely located hut and the clear mountain lake invite you to linger or even swim. The path from the summit station of the Lärchfilzkogelbahn is consistently very well laid out and marked and technically easy. Nice, short tour to a sensationally located hut in great nature!

Small unlocked chapel directly at the Wildseeloderhaus, belonging to the municipality of Fieberbrunn. Christian Dialer, the first manager of the Wildseeloderhaus, built a chapel next to the hut with a memorial plaque for his wife. She died during childbirth of a child at the hut. When Christian Dialer left the hut as manager, the old chapel was taken over and preserved by the section. After it had completely fallen into disrepair in 1963, the section replaced it with the currently existing stone building. The interior furnishings were also renewed.

Nice service and fair prices, plus a wonderful view. What more could you want?

The Jakobskreuz on the Buchensteinwand is the world's largest accessible summit cross. From the viewing platform, you have an impressive 360-degree panoramic view of the Großglockner, Kitzbüheler Horn, and the Loferer Steinberge.

This incredibly imposing landmark, which crowns the summit here in the Kitzbühel region, is, according to its own claims, the largest accessible summit cross in the world. However, it is not dedicated to Christ, who, as the incarnate Son of God, took up the cross for the salvation of us all, but to one of his disciples: James the Greater. In one of his catecheses, Pope Benedict XVI (who died in 2022)... It was said of him: "From Saint James we can learn much: the readiness to accept the Lord's call, even when he asks us to leave the boat of our human securities; the enthusiasm to follow him on the paths he shows us, beyond all our illusory pretensions; the readiness to bear courageous witness for him, if need be, even to the ultimate sacrifice of life. Thus, James the Greater stands before us as an eloquent example of magnanimous fidelity to Christ. He, who initially, through his mother, had expressed the request to sit with his brother beside the Master in his kingdom, was the first to drink the cup of suffering, to share martyrdom with the Apostles." (Pope Benedict XVI)

The Spielbergtörl is a scenic crossing point between the region's peaks. From here, a sweeping view opens up over the Hohe Tauern and the grassy mountains surrounding Saalbach and Zell am See. A worthwhile rest stop that perfectly combines nature and panoramic views.

A great place to stop for a rest. They serve delicious food and, of course, a variety of cold drinks.

The Buchensteinwand is one of the most beautiful panoramic mountains in the Kitzbühel Alps. Even during the ascent, you'll be treated to magnificent views over the Pillersee Valley, but the real highlight is the summit: From here, on a clear day, the view extends as far as the Wilder Kaiser, the Loferer Steinberge, and even the Großglockner. Perfect for a relaxing hike with a truly panoramic experience.