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From Söll to Brixen: Hexenwasser and the Filzalmsee

Söll · Hochsöll · with the Kitzbüheler Alpen Sommer Card

A family traverse along the SkiWelt ridge. It starts at the Hexenwasser adventure world with water games and Austria's longest barefoot trail, follows a wide forest track to the Filzalmsee and ends at the lift on the Hochbrixen.

Free with the Kitzbüheler Alpen Sommer Card: Hexenwasser Ticket: gondola up and down plus Hexenwasser entry. A family of 2 adults and 2 children saves €113 on this trip.

Length
4.2 km
Ascent / descent
↑ 226 m · ↓ 64 m
Walking time
1 h 30 min
Altitude
1,131 m – 1,348 m
Route type
One way

Who for Young children · Older children · Seniors

Elevation profile of the route. Hover to show the spot on the map.

Route description

  1. The Hexenwasser gondola takes you from Söll up to Hochsöll, right into the Hexenwasser adventure world.
  2. Children can spend hours among the Hexenwasser stations: water games, little mills, witches' workshops and Austria's longest barefoot trail.
  3. Then follow the Riesen-ErlebnisWeg, a wide forest track with a gentle climb, to the Filzalmsee. Around it is a bog with rare plants and animals.
  4. Just beyond the lake is the Hochbrixen top station with the RiesenWelt adventure world. Ride down to Brixen im Thale on the lift, which the card also covers.

Good to know

Getting back

The trip ends in Brixen im Thale, not Söll. Plan your connection back in advance, or walk back the same way from the Hochbrixen.

Swimwear and a towel

Children get wet at Hexenwasser. Bring a change of clothes.

How often per day

The card's price list doesn't say how many times a day one lift can be used. Check the card's terms before you go.

Why “easy”

Blue trail: wide paths, gentle climbs. The path is wide and comfortable, with just a gentle climb to the Hochbrixen.

Trip FAQ

Is the lift free with the Kitzbüheler Alpen Sommer Card?

Yes. Included with the Kitzbüheler Alpen Sommer Card: Hexenwasser Ticket: gondola up and down plus Hexenwasser entry. Without the card it costs €37.50 per adult and €19 per child (children born 2011–2021), so a family of 2 + 2 saves €113.

Who is this trip suitable for?

Young children, older children, seniors. Blue trail: wide paths, gentle climbs. The path is wide and comfortable, with just a gentle climb to the Hochbrixen.

How long is the trip?

4.2 km, 226 m up and 64 m down, 1 h 30 min of walking. Route type: one way.

How do I get the Kitzbüheler Alpen Sommer Card?

An XXL lift pass for 40 cable cars across the region for 2–14 days. Anyone can buy it; it is cheaper with the local guest card. How to get the Kitzbüheler Alpen Sommer Card

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