Connect with nature, explore the local flora and fauna, and enjoy panoramic trails: From 29 April to 1 November, Lake Achensee runs a free hiking programme for visitors. Every week from Monday to Friday, you can take part in our guided hikes with your AchenseeCard.
From 29 April to 24 June 2024, join our guided herb walks in the Nature Park Karwendel and discover some of the beautiful plants that grow around us. As we walk along, the guide explains the properties of these plants and we’ll also try some samples.
View our interactive map for route details.
Exclusive ranger-guided nature walk
From 1 July to 28 October 2024, we will explore the area surrounding the Gramai Alm mountain hut. Join our guide on this discovery tour and learn about the history and geology of the Nature Park Karwendel and the daily work of the rangers. We will also search for animal tracks and watch chamois with a spotting scope. This hike is a great opportunity to discover the Karwendel mountains.
View our interactive map for route details.
From 30 April to 29 October 2024, we walk to the biomass cogeneration plant and follow the forest path (natural toboggan run) to the Adlerhorst (1,230 m). After a short ascent, we arrive at the panorama trail leading to the Zöhreralm mountain hut (1,334 m). At the Gourmet-Alm mountain hut, we stop for refreshments and enjoy the splendid view of the valley and the lake before following the track downhill to the starting point.
View our interactive map for tour details.
From 1 May to 30 October 2024, the Karwendel Nature Park rangers will take us on a discovery tour to the Feilkopf mountain (1,562 m). Equipped with Swarovski binoculars, we will explore the alpine flora and fauna. The lowest panoramic mountain in the Achensee region offers spectacular views over the lake and the surrounding peaks. On our way back, we will stop for refreshments at the Feilalm.
View our interactive map for route details.
From 2 May to 27 June 2024 and from 10 to 31 October 2024 the Karwendel Nature Park rangers will take us to the romantic Unterautal valley and to the Moosenalm (1,495 m). Equipped with Swarovski binoculars, we will watch marmots, and with a little luck we will catch a glimpse of chamois and ibexes at the Schreckenspitze mountain. We will stop for refreshments at the Gföllalm mountain hut.
View our interactive map for route details.
Excursion to the Tiroler Steinöl® (shale oil) distillery
The exclusive tours to the shale oil distillation facility in the Bächental valley occur from 4 July to 3 October 2024. From the car park at the Christlum lifts, we walk through the Unterautal valley up to the Gröbner Hals (1,650 m). We enjoy the stunning view of the Nature Park Karwendel before descending to the Steinöl surface mining site. There will be refreshments available before the exclusive guided tour through the distillation facility. Afterwards, we travel by bus back to the starting point via the Sylvenstein reservoir. The hike is easy to intermediate, however some endurance is required.
View our interactive map for route details.
From 3 May to 1 October 2024 the guide will take us on a challenging full-day hike to a summit in the Karwendel or Rofan mountains. Tours will start at the valley or mountain stations of the Karwendel and Rofan cable cars. We will select our destination depending on weather and trail conditions. Tour suggestions are welcome.
View our interactive map for route details in the Rofan as well as in the Karwendel mountains.
SUP yoga is an experience for all the senses. You not only train your body, but also your balance and concentration. You can unwind and recharge your batteries in the midst of the breathtaking natural scenery. The gentle rippling of the water beneath you and the fresh air make your yoga class an unforgettable experience. Regardless of whether you are a beginner or an experienced yogi, Nathalie designs the lessons individually tailored to your needs and abilities. Experience the connection between yoga and nature up close and find your inner balance on the SUP board at Lake Achensee.
to the Achensee adventure shop
The Achensee adventure shop is a motley treasure chest from which you can fish for the most beautiful experiences that you have to have experienced at the Achensee.
Online, easily and conveniently from home, because anticipation is known to be the greatest joy.
The Achensee adventure shop is a motley treasure chest from which you can fish for the most beautiful experiences that you have to have experienced at the Achensee.
Online, easily and conveniently from home, because anticipation is known to be the greatest joy.