GSCHNITZ

The small mountain village of Gschnitz at the end of the Gschnitztal valley in the Wipptal valley is surrounded by the majestic mountains of the Stubai Alps. It is located in the middle of the Serles-Habicht-Zuckerhütl and Nößlachjoch-Obernberger See-Tribulaune landscape conservation areas in the Wipptal valley in Tyrol. Together with Trins, Gschnitz has been part of the Alpine Club's elite circle of mountaineering villages as "Gschnitztal" since May 2019.

Whether a leisurely stroll, a hut hike or at lofty heights to the mighty mountain peaks. The mountaineering village of Gschnitz offers activities for all nature lovers who want to really get to know the unspoiled Wipptal. With the Tribulaunhütte, the Bremer Hütte and the Innsbrucker Hütte, there are three mountain huts located at the foot of a prominent peak that invite you to stop for a bite to eat after a tour. If you can't get enough of the mountain scenery, you can also hike to the huts in the Gschnitztal valley on the multi-day Gschnitztal hut tour .
More leisurely explorers will get their money's worth on an easy hike or via ferrata to the little pilgrimage church of St. Magdalena or a walk with the family to the Laponesalm.
In winter, Gschnitz is a true paradise for cross-country skiers and winter hikers who want to enjoy the fresh, clear mountain air and the unique winter landscape. The approximately 18-kilometre-long Gschnitzal trail is groomed in classic and skating style, and there is also a premium winter hiking trail.

Highlights im Sommer

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Driveway between flowering meadows and mountains in the background | © TVB Wipptal | Judith Hammer

Excursion to the Laponesalm

A leisurely hike for the whole family along the Gschnitzbach stream to the end of the valley. Also easy to do with a baby carriage or bike on the road.

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Landscape shot of the pilgrimage church with snack station with a view into the valley and the mountains in the background | © TVB Wipptal | Johannes Bitter

St. Magdalena pilgrimage church

A magical place is located approx. 60 minutes' walk above Gschnitz amidst the rocks: the historic little pilgrimage church from the 13th century.

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A woman shows a child with a climbing helmet the instructions on a board | © TVB Wipptal | Carmesine

Alpine Safety Area 

A training and practice area for mountain hiking and via ferrata climbers. Here you can test all levels of difficulty of via ferrata routes.

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Impressions

Atmospheric view of the mountains in the Gschnitztal valley

Winter highlights

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Freshly groomed cross-country ski trail with a view of the end of the valley from Gschnitz | © TVB Wipptal | Helena Beermeister

Snow-sure trails

Due to the altitude of around 1,400 m, the cross-country ski trails in Gschnitz are particularly snow-sure. The offer includes classic trails and skating trails.

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Woman walking next to the cross-country ski trail near the church in Gschnitz | © TVB Wipptal | Helena Beermeister

Winter hiking in the valley

In addition to the cross-country ski trails, there are extensive opportunities for walks on winter hiking trails in the valley, which have almost no incline.

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A group of guests hike through the winter landscape with the alpacas | © bergsteigerdoerfer.org | Marion Hetzenauer

On the road with alpacas

At the Mader family's alpaca farm, you can go hiking with the gentle animals in winter and summer. There's also a great farm store with alpaca products.

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