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Kaiserkrone

Name: Kaiserkrone
Brand: Bookatrekking
Price: 430.00 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.4 (1611 reviews)

Duration: 5 days

Trails: T2 trails

Distance: 15 - 20 km per day

Ascent per day: More than 1000 m ascent per day

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> Relatively easy paths
> Lodging in hotels in addition to mountain huts
> Long distances and lots of altimeters

Welcome to the beautiful Austrian Alps. Just a few kilometers after you drive across the Austrian border at Kufstein, you arrive at the Wilder Kaiser Mountains. Here, young and old can find activities in the beautiful nature. To fully enjoy this nature, there is nothing better than a multi-day hike that you can challenge yourself with. The Kaiserkrone is the most popular tour and runs a full circle around the mountain peaks that complete the Wilder Kaiser Mountains. At 65 kilometers and over 5,000 altimeters, this hike demands a good level of fitness. However, this is all worth it as you can enjoy the cool waters of Lake Hintersteiner, the beautiful green surroundings, and the contrasting mountain massif.

In addition to long distances and great differences in altitude, it is also time to get to know the real Austrian mountain hut culture. It is a unique experience that you can find almost nowhere else but if you are not familiar with it, it could take some getting used to. The Kaiserkrone offers the perfect variety between Austrian mountain huts and hotels where you can enjoy a moment to yourself. Are you ready for it?

Itinerary

Day

Going am Wilden Kaiser - Gaudeamushütte

Duration: 04:50 h

Distance: 9.51 km

Ascent: 810 m

Descent: 320 m

This scenic hike starts in Going and quickly rewards you with a stunning view of the Wilder Kaiser from Prama. From there, follow a gently climbing path through forests and meadows to Graspoint Niederalm, a perfect spot for a short break. Continue uphill towards the Upper Regalm Hut, where the trail becomes steeper and the mountain views even more dramatic. Along the way, enjoy a beautiful panorama of the Wochenbrunner Alm below. The final stretch brings you to the Gaudeamushütte, nestled beneath the peaks of the Wilder Kaiser – an ideal place to rest and soak in the alpine atmosphere.

Gaudeamushütte

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Gaudeamushütte - Kaindlhütte

Duration: 07:15 h

Distance: 15.2 km

Ascent: 820 m

Descent: 780 m

This stage offers two route options: a more challenging alpine route and an easier alternative, both leading to the beautifully located Kaindlhütte.

The challenging route heads north from Gaudeamushütte, climbing steeply through rocky terrain toward the Gruttenhütte. This section includes T3 mountain trails and secured via ferrata passages with cables and handholds—no special equipment is needed, but surefootedness and a head for heights are essential.

After this demanding stretch, both routes converge and continue along a scenic path with breathtaking valley views. You'll pass short sections with ladders and ropes, hike past the peaceful Kaiser-Hochalm, and enjoy a picture-perfect view of Lake Hinterstein. A final short ascent leads you to the welcoming Kaindlhütte, where you can relax and take in the incredible surroundings of the Wilder Kaiser.

Kaindlhütte

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Kaindlhütte - Stripsenjochhaus

Duration: 06:00 h

Distance: 9.7 km

Ascent: 870 m

Descent: 620 m

Get ready for today with a tough challenge at the end of the stage. The first hours start quietly and 7 kilometers, narrow paths, bridges and several stairs further, you will reach the lowest point of this stage: 840 meters. You finish today with an intensive ascent of about 720 meters, spread over 3.5 kilometers.

After passing the Anton-Karg-Haus you are at the foot of this challenge. It's a tough part of the hike but luckily you can enjoy a cold beer once you've conquered the climb and arrived at the Stripsenjochhaus. Cheers!

Stripsenjochhaus

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Stripsenjochhaus - Gasteig

Duration: 07:05 h

Distance: 16 km

Ascent: 440 m

Descent: 1240 m

You will wake up in the Stripsenjochhaus, at 1,570 meters (5.150 feet) altitude. You will leave in a northerly direction and today you will enter the higher mountains. Because of this you will encounter mountain peaks left and right. The first one you will pass already after 500 meters (1.640 feet). The Hundskopf is at 1,730 meters (5.675 feet) and you will see it slide by on your left. Immediately after that, you will see the Stripsenkopf with a 1,807-meter summit (5.928 feet). The narrow paths continue until you reach the top of the Tristecken from where you slowly walk over the Feldberg ridge (1,813 meters/5.948 feet).

From here you walk towards the valley until, after a total of 10 kilometers (6,2 miles), you exchange the mountain paths for a wider path. Just before you arrive in Griesenau you will turn right and after 4,5 kilometers (2,8 miles) you will arrive at your accommodation for tonight. Here you can once again enjoy a private room and a wonderful shower.

Gasthof Mitterjager (Gasteig)

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Gasteig - Going am Wilden Kaiser

Duration: 07:00 h

Distance: 14.6 km

Ascent: 800 m

Descent: 800 m

Today is the last day of your Kaiserkrone trek and immediately one of the most challenging. Whereas during the rest of the tour you will walk on relatively easy trails, during this stage you will have to climb and scramble on some sections to get on. You start with a 1.7 km ascent on a well-traveled but steep trail up to the Bacheralm. From here you switch to a narrower mountain path that takes you up to 1,190 meters (3.904 feet).

This is where the trail gets a bit more exciting. With the help of some steel cables and a few slightly exposed sections, you make your way along the Gscheuerkopf (1,280 meters / 4,199 feet). This part runs parallel to the first official stage of the Adlerweg. The path requires some care and attention, but it's very manageable for most hikers. Gradually, you climb towards the Einöd Alm and leave the trickiest sections of the day behind. Enjoy your final moments in the Wilder Kaiser, because after covering a total of 8 kilometers (5 miles), the descent back to the starting point begins. Another 7 kilometers (4.3 miles) of walking downhill brings you back to Going am Wilden Kaiser. Don’t forget to take one last look at the impressive mountain range before you continue your journey!

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Included

Booking the huts

We will take care of arranging accommodation on the Kaiserkrone for you. We will also provide you with a detailed itinerary for every stage and instructions on how to get to the trailhead.
Full travel guide

You’ll receive access to our trekking app, which serves as your complete digital travel guide for the Kaiserkrone. Inside, you’ll find everything you need for your trek: route descriptions, hiking maps, navigation support, payment information, and all the key details specific to your journey.
Accommodation

During your Kaiserkrone, you will spend your nights in mountain huts. In the mountain huts we normally only book dormitories, but we can look into private rooms on request. If the private rooms are fully booked or not available in the hut, we automatically book a bed in dormitories for you. Please note that private rooms are more expensive and there will be an additional charge for this.
Breakfast in Hotels

In the Hotels, we include Breakfast for you. Bear in mind that lunch and dinner are not included, but they can be most of the time purchased in or near the hotels.
Half board (where possible)

Accommodation in the huts includes dinner and breakfast, unless otherwise indicated in the exclusive list. This allows you to travel lighter and not have to worry about an extra meal. Please note, however, that lunch is not included, but can be purchased at the huts.
Navigation support

Our trekking app also includes built-in navigation support. With GPS-based maps and offline access, you can follow the trail confidently and stay on route even without mobile signal.

Excluded

Traveling to and from

You have to make your own way to the starting point. The total amount does not include personal transport.
Transfers

Should you need any form of (public) transport on location, this is not part of the trekking package. This includes the use of taxi, bus, cable cars, gondolas, ferries, etc.
Lunch

Half-board is included in the price of this trek. Lunch, however, is not. You can get something to eat at the mountain huts along the way.
Travel Insurance

Your international travel insurance is your own responsibility. Discuss your itinerary with the insurance company before your trek.
Personal expenses

Personal expenses on such as souvenirs, drinks, and other similar expenses are for your own account.
Dinner Kaindlhütte

Where possible we book accommodations on a half-board basis but at the Kaindlhütte only breakfast is included. In the evening you can dine at the hut without any problems and pay for it in cash on the spot. So make sure you take enough cash with you on trek.

FAQ

Is the Kaiserkrone for Me?
What Is the Best Season for the Kaiserkrone?
How Do I Get To the Starting and Ending Point?
Travel to and from
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If I book now, can I immediately arrange the rest of my trip?
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Kaiserkrone

Itinerary

Going am Wilden Kaiser - Gaudeamushütte

Gaudeamushütte

Gaudeamushütte - Kaindlhütte

Kaindlhütte

Kaindlhütte - Stripsenjochhaus

Stripsenjochhaus

Stripsenjochhaus - Gasteig

Gasthof Mitterjager (Gasteig)

Gasteig - Going am Wilden Kaiser

Included

Booking the huts

Full travel guide

Accommodation

Breakfast in Hotels

Half board (where possible)

Navigation support

Excluded

Traveling to and from

Transfers

Lunch

Travel Insurance

Personal expenses

Dinner Kaindlhütte

FAQ

Is the Kaiserkrone for Me?

What Is the Best Season for the Kaiserkrone?

How Do I Get To the Starting and Ending Point?

Travel to and from

What if the dates I want are not available?

If I book now, can I immediately arrange the rest of my trip?

How do I know if this trek is right for me?

How to Book

Booking

Availability

Cancellation policy

Reviews

Reviews

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