Walking is popular with Tiroleans and visitors alike. Thousands of kilometers of trails allow you to explore the beauty of the Alps. Hikers of all abilities can find a satisfying trek here. Tirol has more opportunities than anywhere else in Austria for mountain climbing.
Mountain and ski guides as well as climbing instruction are available in all resorts.
Tips: Be sure to consult local information phone numbers about weather conditions and avalanche warnings before you set out, and prepare yourself adequately. In mountain regions weather patterns change dramatically so take appropriate clothing and good walking shoes. .
Alpine distress signal: a series of 6 short signals evenly spaced apart (about 10 sec.), repeat this after a pause of 1 minute.
The answer is given by three continuous short signals (about 20 sec. apart).
Information on hiking paths, (ski) mountaineering tours and Alpine Schools: Tirol Info, phone: 0 512/72 72-2 (Monday - Friday 9am - noon)
Alpine weather report: phone: 0 512/29 16 00 (Monday - Saturday 1pm - 6pm).
