Summer in the Pitztal mountains is an unforgettable experience. As a holiday destination, Tyrol is the perfect blend of old and new. Choose from gentle hikes or challenging mountain tours to the surrounding peaks, or from a whole range of the latest leisure trends: mountain biking, sport climbing, rafting – and for the more daring – bungee jumping from Europe’s highest suspension footbridge.

PIZ HOTEL summer highlights

Free guided hikes twice a week

Great activities for kids from Monday to Friday

Free hiking bus throughout the entire Pitztal Valley

Free use of the bathing area in the Sport & Vitalhotel Seppl

Lake Rifflsee is the starting point for numerous hikes. Whether you fancy a hike around the lake with your family, or simply a hike down to the valley, or perhaps even a longer tour – Lake Rifflsee offers something to suit everybody.

* Tour around the lake

The summer hike around the Rifflsee (new since summer 2007, approx. 1 hour walking time) is suitable for families (even with push chairs) and older people.

* Fuldaer Höhenweg – Starts at the Rifflsee

The Rifflseebahn cable car takes you up to 2,300 m above sea level from where the high-altitude trail continues without any major climbs. You have to negotiate two short, but easy passages that are secured with wire cables. This is a wonderful tour for hiking enthusiasts.

* The Rifflseehütte – A hikers’ destination

The newly renovated Rifflseehütte at 2,289 m above sea level offers comfortable guest rooms, a sun terrace with spectacular views, as well as the best Tyrolean food; tenants Ch. u. A. Waibl, tel. +43(0)5413 86235. It is about a 30-minute walk from the mountain station.

* Cottbuser Höhenweg

The Cottbus high-altitude trail begins around 50 m up from the Rifflsee. This route requires alpine experience, sure footedness and a good head for heights. After walking for around 3.5 hours, you will reach the Kaunergrathütte. Tel. valley: +43(0)5413 86251 , Tel. mountain hut: +43(0)5413 86242

* Offenbacher Höhenweg

New high-altitude trail over the Wurmtalerkogel (3,225 m). Walking time from the Rifflseehütte to the Taschachhaus is approximately 7 hours. The path is currently closed.