Rettenschöss is a region in Tyrol, Austria, characterized by its position within the Kaiserwinkl area, offering a diverse landscape for outdoor pursuits. The terrain in Rettenschöss ranges from 600 to 1,450 meters above sea level, featuring the prominent Mount Zahmer Kaiser, extensive forests, and views of the River Inn Valley. This geographical composition provides varied settings for several sports like mountain biking, road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, and more.
Rettenschöss offers more than 50 routes…
144
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4.8
(333)
1,414
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
(19)
86
hikers
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.5
(21)
93
hikers
11.4km
04:41
740m
740m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
(23)
144
hikers
4.41km
01:20
150m
150m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
(65)
1,073
riders
49.2km
02:11
400m
400m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
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443
riders
79.4km
03:30
760m
770m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
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372
riders
49.8km
02:23
600m
600m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.2
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357
riders
23.2km
01:07
250m
250m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.8
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703
riders
27.5km
02:38
810m
810m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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542
riders
51.9km
04:37
1,370m
1,370m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.8
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241
riders
65.2km
03:58
710m
710m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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168
riders
16.7km
01:31
570m
570m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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4.7
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927
riders
35.0km
02:15
390m
390m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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410
riders
26.8km
01:38
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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215
riders
13.8km
00:50
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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330
riders
8.61km
00:35
60m
60m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(27)
327
hikers
10.1km
04:47
800m
800m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.8
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286
hikers
13.4km
04:31
660m
660m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.8
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105
hikers
11.0km
03:41
480m
480m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
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91
hikers
18.6km
06:07
810m
810m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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5.0
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96
runners
15.9km
02:16
690m
690m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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97
runners
14.7km
01:32
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

37
runners
10.7km
02:07
820m
820m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

33
runners
13.0km
01:25
140m
140m
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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5.0
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36
riders
23.6km
01:56
680m
680m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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23
riders
52.5km
03:55
1,160m
1,160m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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65
riders
24.2km
01:13
70m
70m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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23
riders
13.7km
01:06
380m
380m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Rettenschöss offers a variety of outdoor activities including Mountain biking, Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountaineering, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 50 routes across these sports. These activities are supported by diverse terrain, from forested paths to mountain trails.
Popular mountain bike routes include the 'Walchsee South Shore – View of Walchsee loop from Rettenschöss,' which is a moderate 17.1 miles (27.5 km) trail. Another option is the more challenging 'Laubenstein Summit View – View of Hohenaschau Castle loop from Niederndorferberg,' offering significant elevation gain. More information is available in the MTB Trails around Rettenschöss guide.
Rettenschöss provides mountain bike trails suitable for various skill levels, including easier options. The extensive network of trails allows for selection based on difficulty. Users can find routes that cater to less experienced riders or those seeking a relaxed ride.
Yes, Rettenschöss offers hiking trails suitable for families. These routes range from leisurely walks to more moderate paths. Specific family-friendly options can be found in the Family-friendly hikes around Rettenschöss guide.
The prominent Mount Zahmer Kaiser defines the landscape, visible from most points in the village. The region also offers views of the expansive River Inn Valley from vantage points like Mount Wandberg and Mount Karspitze. The nearby Walchsee lake is another significant natural feature.
Rettenschöss is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 526,000 visitors exploring the region. Routes in the area have an average rating of 4.59 out of 5 stars, based on over 98,000 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Rettenschöss, including MTB Trails around Rettenschöss, Road Cycling Routes around Rettenschöss, and Hiking around Rettenschöss. Other guides cover family-friendly hikes, mountain hikes, easy hikes, running trails, gravel biking, and hikes from bus stations.
The Kaiserwinkl region, including Rettenschöss, is particularly popular for cycling in July and August. However, the area offers suitable conditions for road cycling and mountain biking throughout the warmer months. The diverse terrain provides options for various seasons.
Yes, Rettenschöss features challenging mountain bike routes, such as the 'Laubenstein Summit View – View of Hohenaschau Castle loop from Niederndorferberg,' which includes significant elevation gain. The region's terrain, with elevations up to 4,757 feet (1,450 meters), supports more demanding rides. These routes often lead to panoramic summit views.
Information on road cycling in Rettenschöss and the broader Kaiserwinkl region is available through komoot guides. The Road Cycling Routes around Rettenschöss guide provides details on suitable paths. The region offers over 62 cycling routes, including options for road cycling.
The official website for the municipality of Rettenschöss is https://www.rettenschoess.gv.at/. For broader tourism inquiries related to the Kaiserwinkl region, the website www.kaiserwinkl.com is available. These resources provide additional local information.
Yes, touring cycling is a well-established activity in the Kitzbühel Alps region, which encompasses Rettenschöss. There are numerous paths along rivers and streams designed for this activity. The region boasts more than 497 miles (800 km) of cycling and mountain bike trails that can be used for touring. More details can be found in the Cycling around Rettenschöss guide.

