Tips & recommendations
for your Kaunertal experience
There’s no question that our region is a natural paradise, but culture and Tyrolean cuisine are also important parts of our wonderful Kaunertal valley.
We want you to experience it just like we do every day, as this wonderful little region that simply feels like home. With all its facets, all its experiences, and all its exciting adventures. Are you ready?
Tyrolean cuisine
Culinary leisure time
Everyone has probably heard of Kaiserschmarrn (scrambled sweet pancakes) and Tafelspitz (boiled beef with minced apples and horseradish), but have you tasted our wonderful homemade Grießnockerln (semolina dumplings) that remain slightly firm on the inside but still melt in your mouth? Have you ever eaten real Tyrolean dumplings that are still prepared according to your great-great-grandmother’s recipe?
These are real Tyrolean culinary delights, delicacies that come from the heart. They are prepared with passion, without a lot of frills, but all the more delicious for it. Want to experience this Tyrolean cuisine? Then we highly recommend the following restaurants and mountain cabins in Kaunertal.
Restaurants
- Talgenuss – from traditional dishes to pizzas
- Seepanorama – the finest pastries and hearty snacks
- Fischerranch – good fish and hearty, traditional dishes
- Gasthof Falkeis – regional and seasonal specialties
- Gasthaus Kaltenbrunn – traditional Tyrolean cuisine
- Restaurant Gachenblick in the Nature Park House – traditional regional cuisine
- Pizzeria Rustica – oven-fresh pizzas and fresh pasta specialties
Chalets
- Nassereinalm – Tyrolean classics, burgers, and grill specialties
- Falkaunsalm – Kaiserschmarrn, charcuterie boards, and other cabin delicacies
- Verpeilhütte – traditional Alpine cuisine
- Gogglesalm – traditional Tyrolean cuisine (open in summer and winter)
Excursion tips
that have it all
Tyrol without its customs, traditions, and history is unimaginable, because all this makes us the warm and hospitable people that our guests appreciate so much. To find out more, you need to embark on a little journey. A journey into the past, into unknown realms, with open minds and lots of curiosity. We’ll show you who we Tyroleans are.
Nature Park House Kaunergrat
Yes, of course! The nature that surrounds us also has a history, and a very exciting one at that. In the Nature Park House, you can learn all about the different habitats and why they are so important for the preservation of the nature park. A special highlight here is the viewing platform, which you are certain to remember for a very long time to come.
Kaunertal Valley Museum
The valley museum in Platz takes you on a fascinating journey through the history of the region. Old ways of life and business are vividly documented here using a wide variety of objects. A tour of the rooms will give you a brief but impressive insight into the history of Kaunertal.
Kaunertal Gletscherpanoramastraße (Glacier Panorama Road)
The Glacier Panorama Road is a spectacular Alpine road that winds its way majestically through the breathtaking mountain landscape of the Kaunertal. It is a link to one of the highest road valleys in Europe. However, it is also an experience in itself. At every bend, visitors are treated to impressive views of rugged peaks, deep blue mountain lakes, and the monumental glacier.
Adlerblick viewing platform & Knappensteig trail
The viewing platform and the Knappensteig trail leading to it promise an unparalleled nature experience high above the valley. The strategically placed platform offers a fascinating panoramic view of the surrounding mountain peaks, the valley, and the majestic glacier. The Knappensteig trail itself leads through the alpine landscape and is lined with historic mining remains. It features magnificent views and offers insights into the rich history of the region.
Kaunertal crevasse
A fascinating phenomenon that impressively demonstrates the interplay of natural forces. An impressive crevasse opens up in the glacial ice here, reaching deep down into the majestic glacier formations. The clear, blue ice structures provide a glimpse into the dynamics and unique beauty of the glaciers. A visit to the crevasse allows you to experience the immense power and magic of the glacier up close.
Historical and mystical
There is a lot of it in Kaunertal, but some places are even more exceptional than others. For example, there are the “Ögghöfe”, the oldest farmhouses in Kaunertal, which were first mentioned in 1420. There are numerous stories surrounding these old walls.
If you are interested in mythology, you should definitely ask the locals about the infamous “Woman on the White Lake”.
Kaltenbrunn pilgrimage church
Tyrol was and still is strongly influenced by religion. Consequently, there is an impressive chapel or church in almost every hamlet. One of the most popular excursion destinations is the Kaltenbrunn pilgrimage church. It is over 500 years old and shines down into the valley with its red roof.
Pfundser Tschey
The enchanting natural jewel of Pfundser Tschey in the Tyrolean Oberland impresses with its picturesque beauty and peaceful ambience. Located in the idyllic surroundings of Pfunds, this natural oasis offers a peaceful retreat and is a popular destination for nature lovers and people looking for relaxation. The gentle sounds of the water and the green surroundings create a special feeling of serenity and relaxation.
Verpeil Gorge
The impressive and monumental Verpeil Gorge opens up in Feichten. The wild and romantic path leads along rushing waterfalls, over paths, stairs, and a suspension bridge up to the Adlerblick viewing platform.
