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Kufstein Four Lakes: Easy 11.59 km Loop Hike

Kufstein Four Lakes · Austria

Time
3 h
Difficulty
Easy
Season
Autumn
Water
No water sources; carry around 1 to 1.5 liters
Parking
Car park near the start, 47.582865, 12.160683
Bus & train
Kufstein, RB 54 München Hbf – Rosenheim, 170 m (2 min). Trains run several times an hour, also on Sundays.

In short

An easy 11.59 km loop from Kufstein Bahnhof in Austria’s Kufsteinerland visits Pfrillsee, Längensee, Hechtsee and Egelsee. Allow 3 h of moving time, with 300 m of ascent and a high point of 650 m. There are no water sources; carry around 1 to 1.5 liters.

The route

Distance
11.1 km
Ascent
+300 m
Descent
−218 m
High point
650 m
Lowest point
489 m

A Kufstein Bahnhof: 47.58296, 12.16393▲ High point: 47.59839, 12.15135

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Walking time, without breaks

  • Relaxed4 h 20 min
  • Average3 h 30 min
  • Fast2 h 45 min

How steep

  • Under 8% 9.6 km
  • 8 to 15% 1.2 km
  • 15 to 25% 0.2 km
  • Over 25% 0.1 km

In two parts

  • Up to the high point 2.9 km · +156 m
  • Back down to Morsbach 8.2 km · −216 m

What to pack

Every hike

  • Water: about 1.5 litres (half a litre an hour), all of it: no water on the way
  • Food and snacks for the day
  • Rain jacket
  • A warm layer (fleece or light down)
  • Sun cap, sunglasses and sun cream
  • Boots or trail shoes with good grip
  • Phone with the map offline, and a power bank
  • Small first aid kit
  • Headlamp, in case it gets late
  • Some cash and your ID

Water and sun

  • Swimsuit and a quick-dry towel, if you fancy a dip

The guide

The Kufstein Four Lakes hike is an easy 11.59 km loop in Kufsteinerland, Austria, visiting Pfrillsee, Längensee, Hechtsee and Egelsee. Starting and finishing at Kufstein Bahnhof, it takes 3 h of moving time, with 300 m of ascent and a high point of 650 m.

I did this hike at the end of October 2023. The paths were smooth, and I highly recommend doing it in autumn.

Kufstein lakes

Points of interest

| Detail | Kufstein Four Lakes hike | |—|—| | Starting point | Kufstein Bahnhof | | End point | Kufstein Bahnhof, returning via Morsbach | | Starting altitude | 500 m | | Distance | 11.59 km | | Elevation gain | 300 m | | Highest point | 650 m | | Moving time | 3 h | | Difficulty | Easy | | Trail type | Loop | | Parking | Parking area near Kufstein Bahnhof | | Water | No water sources; carry around 1 to 1.5 liters | | Food | Restaurant at Hechtsee; shops in Kufstein | | Recommended season | Autumn |

How to get to Kufstein Bahnhof

By car from Munich

Take the A8 autobahn, then continue on the A93 towards Inntal/D and Kufstein. The drive from Munich usually takes around 1 h 30 min to 2 h, depending on traffic.

Park in the parking area near Kufstein Bahnhof. The station is the start and finish of the loop.

By train from Munich

Take a direct train from Munich Hauptbahnhof to Kufstein. The trip takes approximately 1 h 30 min to 2 h, making this a practical day hike from Munich without a car.

Kufstein has many shops, so you can pick up food and water before starting.

About the Kufstein Four Lakes hike

The route links four lakes on forest paths, passing through Morsbach on the way out and back. It is an easy walk with gentle terrain, but it still adds up to 300 m of ascent.

Kufstein lakes

Kufstein Bahnhof to Pfrillsee

Start at Kufstein Bahnhof, at 500 m, and head through the Morsbach district. The route passes horse-riding stables and enters the woodland before reaching Pfrillsee.

Pfrillsee to Längensee and Hechtsee

Continue along the forest path to Längensee and follow the trail around the lake. At the crossroads, turn left towards Hechtsee.

There is a restaurant at Hechtsee with a view over the water. This is the food stop along the route.

Hechtsee to Egelsee

Keep left as you continue from Hechtsee until you reach a large meadow. From there, follow the route towards Egelsee, which is a protected area.

Return via Hechtsee and Morsbach

From Egelsee, return towards Hechtsee, then follow the path into the forest. This joins the Hechtsee connecting path.

After approximately 600 m, the trail curves above the Inn and Federal Highway 171. Continue back through Morsbach and return to Kufstein Bahnhof to complete the loop.

Water and food on the Kufstein lakes route

There are no water sources along the route. Take around 1 to 1.5 liters of water.

You can buy supplies in Kufstein before setting off. Along the hike, there is a restaurant at Hechtsee overlooking the lake.

Best time to hike the Kufstein lakes

My visit was at the end of October 2023, and autumn is the season I would recommend for this walk. The route was easy to walk, with smooth paths and no tricky sections.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the Kufstein Four Lakes hike?

The loop is 11.59 km long, with 300 m of ascent. It starts and finishes at Kufstein Bahnhof.

How long does the Kufstein Four Lakes hike take?

Our moving time was 3 h. Allow extra time for stops at the lakes or the restaurant at Hechtsee.

Is the Kufstein Four Lakes hike difficult?

It is an easy hike on smooth paths, with no tricky sections. The route starts at 500 m and reaches a high point of 650 m.

Is there drinking water on the route?

There are no water sources along the route. Carry around 1 to 1.5 liters of water.

When is the best time to hike the four lakes in Kufstein?

I did this hike at the end of October 2023 and highly recommend autumn.

Can you reach the hike by train from Munich?

Yes. Direct trains from Munich Hauptbahnhof to Kufstein take approximately 1 h 30 min to 2 h, and the loop starts at Kufstein Bahnhof.