Scheffau at the Wilder Kaiser
Your holiday between the mountains and Lake Hinterstein
Scheffau is located on the south-western foothills and largely in the nature reserve of the Kaiser Mountains. The Brandstadlbahn cable car takes you directly to the SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser - Brixental or to the KaiserWelt with adventure playgrounds on the mountain. From summit hikes to swimming and relaxing at Hintersteiner See lake, one of the most beautiful and cleanest mountain and bathing lakes in Tyrol, the small village also offers culinary experiences at numerous privately run huts and mountain restaurants.
Experience Scheffau in summer
In the summer season from May to November, Scheffau shows its quiet, natural side. Numerous hiking trails lead through the nature reserve of the Kaiser Mountains, past alpine pastures and viewing points. The Hintersteiner See lake with its crystal-clear water invites you to swim, walk and relax. In the Kneipp facility in the village centre you will find refreshment for body and soul.
Thanks to the Kaiserjet bus, visitors can easily reach all places and hiking access points on the Wilder Kaiser without having to rely on their car. Families can discover cosy themed trails or enjoy a snack in one of the family-run huts. A place for all those who want to experience Tyrol consciously and in peace.
HIGHLIGHTS IN SCHEFFAU IN SUMMER
- KaiserWelt
- Regional hiking and bathing bus "Kaiserjet"
- Hintersteiner See lake
- Huts & Alpine pastures | mostly in the nature reserve
- Kneipp facility - 1st Kneipp for me® adventure village in Tyrol
- Scheffau village evening | gourmet festival | Kaiserkrone Trail
Activities & excursion destinations
Mountain railways in summer

Take the Scheffau cable cars up to the Kaiserwelt! The 8-seater Brandstadl I & II gondola lifts take you up to 1,650 metres and take you directly to the ErlebnisWelt and SkiWelt.
Live from the village
Accommodation, events & huts in Scheffau
Winter in Scheffau
In winter, from December to April, Scheffau offers everything for quiet, enjoyable days of skiing away from the hustle and bustle. Direct access to the SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser - Brixental provides easy access to over 270 kilometres of pistes. In the village itself, there is a free practice lift and a groomed night trail for cross-country skiers.
Those who prefer a more leisurely pace can discover snow-covered forests and scenic resting places on the cleared winter hiking trails around Scheffau.
HIGHLIGHTS IN SCHEFFAU IN WINTER
- Direct access to SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser - Brixental
- Local ski bus
- Illuminated night trail
- Three ski schools
- Downhill run for beginners
- Practice lift in the village | Childcare at the mountain station
Winter activities
SkiWelt Scheffau activities
Arrival & mobility
You can get to Scheffau by car via the Inntal motorway (A12). Take the Kufstein-Süd (toll-free) or Wörgl-Ost exit. If you are travelling by train, the nearest train stations are Kufstein, Wörgl, Hopfgarten or St. Johann. From there, buses or taxis will take you directly to Scheffau. The nearest airport is Salzburg, alternatively Innsbruck or Munich are also suitable. You can find all the important details about routes, timetables and connections directly at the means of transport of your choice.
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