Patscherkofel Kiddies Trek

  • Duration
    Total 4 days
    Average 3 h 15m
  • Distance
    Total 24.6 km
    Average 6.2 km
  • Ascent
    Total +1230 m
    Average +410 m
  • Descent
    Total -2180 m
    Average -545 m
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> Hike the full Patscherkofel Kiddies Trek in 4 days
> Sleep in cozy Austrian mountain huts
> We take care of your accommodation and logistics

First summit cross? First mountain hut? First “Look how high we are!” moment? The Patscherkofel Kiddies Trek is where mountain dreams begin. This is one of the best hut-to-hut hiking with children in Austria to start with. This 4-day hut-to-hut adventure in the Alps is pure Tyrolean charm, with manageable hiking stages, varied trails and plenty of big views. Ideal for families who want to swap screens for summit scenes and spark a lifelong love for the outdoors.

Starting at the Patscherkofel near Innsbruck, your first two nights are spent at the welcoming Meißner Haus. After hiking to the hut on the first day, the second day takes you on an adventurous loop through the surrounding mountains. Here, the terrain becomes more alpine and rugged, with rockier trails and a little extra challenge to add some spice before returning to Meißner Haus for another cozy night. From there, the trek continues towards Schutzhaus Patscherkofel. Each day brings a new stretch of trail, plenty of mountain scenery and time to enjoy the experience together. We’ll handle the bookings, you just come ready to hike, laugh and make memories along the way.

Itinerary

Day
1

Schutzhaus Patscherkofel Cable Car - Meissner Haus

Duration: 02:00 h
Distance: 3.92 km
Ascent: 90 m
Descent: 350 m

Your journey begins in the charming village of Igls, just south of Innsbruck. From there, hop on the Patscherkofelbahn cable car, an adventure in itself, gliding over forests and alpine pastures. From the mountain station, the hike gently winds through fragrant pine forests and flower-filled meadows with sweeping views of the Inn Valley below. Keep your eyes open for edelweiss and playful marmots along the way. The route then descends through the forest towards Meissner Haus, where you arrive at the mountain hut.

Meissner Haus

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Meissner Haus
Meissner Haus
Day
2

Loop Trek

Duration: 05:30 h
Distance: 9.83 km
Ascent: 690 m
Descent: 690 m

This is the most adventurous stage of the trek, with 690 m of elevation gain and a more alpine feel than the previous walks. From Meissner Haus, the route climbs steadily into rockier terrain, where the paths become rougher and looser underfoot. Higher up, the views open across the surrounding mountains and valleys, giving you plenty of reasons to stop and look around. The climb will put little legs to work, so bring enough snacks, take regular breaks and enjoy the slower pace before following the long descent back to Meissner Haus.

Meissner Haus

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Meissner Haus
Meissner Haus
Day
3

Meissner Haus - Schutzhaus Patscherkofel

Duration: 02:50 h
Distance: 5 km
Ascent: 450 m
Descent: 190 m
The trail gently climbs back towards the heights, winding through old pine forests and alpine meadows where butterflies dance and marmots peek curiously from the grass. Above you, the friendly shape of Patscherkofel, known as “The Guardian of Innsbruck,” leads the way. Step by step, you return to the Schutzhaus Patscherkofel, where warm Tyrolean dishes and mountain views await. And if little legs are getting tired, the Patscherkofelbahn cable car is right there—offering a relaxed and easy ride down for anyone who prefers to glide instead of hike.

Schutzhaus Patscherkofel

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Schutzhaus Patscherkofel
Schutzhaus Patscherkofel
Day
4

Schutzhaus Patscherkofel - Talstation

Duration: 02:40 h
Distance: 5.9 km
Descent: 950 m
Your final day offers a choice: hike gently down through forests filled with birdsong, or hop on the Patscherkofelbahn for one last effortless glide back to Igls. Along the trail, you’ll pass ancient larch trees and can look back one more time at the mountains you’ve crossed together. However you descend, the Patscherkofel will leave you with stories to tell and memories to last a lifetime.
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Naida Bonnema
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Naida Bonnema

Included

  • Full travel guide

    You’ll receive access to our trekking app, which serves as your complete digital travel guide for the Patscherkofel Trek. 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 the trek, you’ll stay overnight in mountain huts. Accommodation is booked in dormitories (Lager) by default. Some huts offer private rooms (€50 per room, per night) or Mehrbettzimmer / small shared rooms (€12.50 per person, per night), subject to limited availability. If you’d like an upgrade, you can leave a comment while booking or email us immediately after booking. If a private room isn’t available, your booking will be placed in a Mehrbettzimmer or dormitory instead.

  • Half board in huts (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. Beverages may also be charged separately at some huts.

  • Breakfast in hotels (where possible)

    Accommodation in the hotels includes breakfast whenever possible. We will arrange this for you as much as possible in advance. Please note that lunch and dinner are not included, but can be ordered at the accommodation or in the village.

  • 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. Many huts offer packed lunches, which can usually be requested the night before. Alternatively, you can stop for lunch at 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 at Schutzhaus Patscherkofel

    Where possible, we book the huts on a half-board basis but in Schutzhaus Patscherkofel 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

  • How to Get To the Starting Point of the Patscherkofel Kiddies Trek

  • How to Get From the Endpoint (Talstation) Back to Patscherkofel

  • 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?

  • Can meals be adapted to my dietary requirements?

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