Pertisau is a region situated on the western shore of Lake Achensee, nestled at the foot of the expansive Nature Park Karwendel. This unique geographical setting provides a diverse landscape, combining tranquil lakeside environments with rugged alpine terrain, making it an exceptional destination for outdoor activities. The area offers varied opportunities for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and more, all set against a backdrop of distinct natural features.
Pertisau offers a…
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3,539
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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1,766
hikers
14.4km
06:15
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1,000m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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7.59km
04:00
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740m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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13.5km
04:53
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570m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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32.1km
01:58
280m
280m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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34.7km
02:22
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600m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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29.0km
02:31
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710m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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50.2km
04:00
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22.0km
02:19
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710m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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38.5km
03:03
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810m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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16.6km
01:05
240m
240m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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1,264
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96.1km
04:15
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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54.8km
02:31
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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476
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29.7km
01:21
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270m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.8
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1,493
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22.7km
02:41
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240m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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01:07
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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242
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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90
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24.1km
06:47
300m
300m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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22.3km
06:15
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250m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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7.92km
03:33
450m
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Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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181
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7.09km
03:06
400m
400m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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33
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85.1km
06:07
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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31.8km
02:40
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710m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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42.3km
02:58
800m
800m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Pertisau offers a diverse range of outdoor activities including hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, and jogging. The region provides more than 500 kilometers of marked hiking paths and 250 kilometers of signposted mountain bike routes. These activities are set against the backdrop of Lake Achensee and Nature Park Karwendel.
Pertisau features extensive hiking paths, from lakeside strolls to challenging ascents in the Karwendel Mountains. Notable trails include those leading to Dalfaz Alm, Wolf Gorge, and the Waterfalls on the Gaisalmsteig Trail. The Karwendel cable car provides access to higher elevation trails. For more details, refer to Hiking around Pertisau.
Pertisau features a network of 250 kilometers of signposted mountain bike routes across the Karwendel and Rofan mountains. These routes cater to various difficulty levels, from easy to demanding. E-biking is also popular, with rental stations and charging points available. More information can be found in MTB Trails around Pertisau.
The area provides a comprehensive network of cycle paths for touring and road cycling. Routes wind through forests and along parts of Lake Achensee. A recommended mountain biking experience is the tour from Zwölferkopf to Bärenbadalm. Explore more options in Cycling around Pertisau and Road Cycling Routes around Pertisau.
Pertisau offers paths suitable for families, including gentle lakeside strolls and routes through the Gerntal, Falzthurntal, and Tristenautal valleys. These trails provide accessible options for various age groups. Many routes are well-marked and offer scenic views without extreme difficulty.
Pertisau is situated on the western shore of Lake Achensee and borders the Nature Park Karwendel, Austria's largest nature park. Key natural features include the three forested valleys of Gerntal, Falzthurntal, and Tristenautal, as well as the Wolf Gorge and the Waterfalls on the Gaisalmsteig Trail.
Pertisau offers more than 590 routes across various sports on komoot. These routes have been explored by more than 175,000 visitors. The average rating for routes in the region is 4.57 out of 5 stars, indicating high user satisfaction.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Pertisau to help users plan their adventures. These include Hiking around Pertisau, Cycling around Pertisau, and MTB Trails around Pertisau. Additional guides cover running, mountaineering, and road cycling.
The Karwendel cable car provides easy access to higher elevation trails within the Karwendel Mountains. It allows hikers to reach scenic viewpoints and starting points for more challenging routes without a strenuous ascent. This makes higher alpine regions more accessible for a wider range of visitors.
Tiroler Steinöl® (shale oil) is a product mined in the Karwendel mountains and used in skincare products. Visitors can learn about its history and production at the interactive "Tiroler Steinöl Vitalberg" museum in the region. This tradition highlights a unique aspect of the local culture and economy.
For direct inquiries to the Pertisau tourist information office, the phone number is +43 5 95300-60. The general contact number for Achensee Tourism, which includes Pertisau, is +43 5 95300-0. Additional information can be found on the official website.
Pertisau offers varied terrain for jogging, including flat paths along Lake Achensee and more challenging routes through forested valleys. Popular options include the Karwendel Valley Cycle Path – Meadow trail in the Falzthurn Valley loop. More detailed routes are available in the Running Trails around Pertisau guide.

