For connoisseurs
The 3 Course Tour - Culinary Mountain Hike in Kitzbühel begins with a ride on the traditional Bichlalm lift to the starting point. The first course awaits you at the top in the Bichlalm Restaurant. You’ll then hike from hut to hut, with another culinary stop following each stage. Movement, regional cuisine, and the true mountain experience—step by step.
Three stages, three courses, a true Tyrolean experience.
The stages of the tour
- Starting point: Bichlalm chairlift valley station
- End point: Bichlalm mountain station – right next to the Bichlalm mountain restaurant
- Lift ride duration: 15–20 minutes
A comfortable start: The chairlift ride takes you effortlessly to the top and sets the first culinary highlight of the tour.
At the Bichlalm chairlift’s valley station, you’ll receive a reusable “Grander” water bottle when you purchase or present your pre-purchased ticket. The Grander water inside is a regional natural product from Jochberg—fresh and natural.
First Culinary Stop
After a relaxing ride up the lift, the culinary part of the tour begins. At the Bichlalm Restaurant, alpine tranquility meets regional cuisine—a place to settle in, take a deep breath, and savor the moment.
Culinary Start
: Homemade cream cheese is served with crisp leaf lettuce—light, regional, and ideal as a first course.
Drink recommendation: “Granggl” water spritzer—refreshing and perfect for the rest of the journey.
Starting point: Bichlalm
End point: Branderhofstube / Aurach Wildlife Park
Distance: approx. 6.5 km
Elevation: from approx. 1.600 m to approx. 1.100 m
Terrain: mostly downhill, with short uphill sections
Highlights:
The trail leads gently downhill through varied landscapes below the Stuckkogel (1.888 m) and the Gaisberg (1.798 m). At the Gaisbergsattel, a sweeping view opens up: to the east toward the Wildseeloder (2.118 m), to the south as far as the Hohe Tauern, before the trail continues toward the wildlife park.
At the Aurach Wildlife Park, the second culinary highlight of the tour awaits you at the Erbhof Branderhofstube.
You’ll be served a seasonal game dish or beetroot dumplings with sage butter, Parmesan, and green salad—regional and perfect after the hike.
Our drink recommendation: Homemade apricot cocktail
Main courses and desserts can also be enjoyed directly at the wildlife park upon request. Alternatively, dessert is available at the Hallerwirt—please note the respective opening hours.
Starting point: Aurach Wildlife Park / Branderhofstube
End point: Hallerwirt (Oberaurach)
Distance: approx. 5.3 km
Elevation: from approx. 1.100 m to approx. 850 m
Terrain: mostly downhill, with short flat sections
Highlights:
The trail follows certified hiking village infrastructure, passing through a short section of forest along the Trateggerbach stream and through the village of Aurach. Particularly worth seeing is the parish church of Aurach, dedicated to St. Rupert, with its striking onion-domed tower—a defining landmark of the village.
To round off the tour, enjoy an apple and quark strudel with whipped cream—a true Tyrolean classic and a delightful sign that you’ve arrived in Austria. Freshly made and just the thing after the final stretch of the hike.
Drink recommendation: Finish with a “Verlängerter” for a boost of energy.
Starting point: Hallerwirt
End point: Bichlalm Valley Station
Distance: approx. 3 km
Elevation gain: approx. 150 m
Terrain: slightly steep climb at the start, then gently ascending
Highlights:
The trail leads through a traditional cultural landscape with wide meadows and typical farmhouses. After the initial climb, the trail winds its way back to the valley station—offering beautiful glimpses into the region’s rural life.
A small edible gift awaits you as a surprise at the Lifesporthotel Hechenmoos.
Lifesporthotel Hechenmoos: +43 (0)5356 65288
Services & Pricing
For EUR 69.00 per person, the following is included:
- 3-courses featuring regional specialties
- Bichlalm lift ticket included
- Kitzbühel Pinggerl included
- Reusable Grander water bottle
Please note the opening hours and days off of the participating establishments.
Partner businesses
Deeply rooted in the region – quality and tradition you can experience along the way.
- Bichlalm: +43 5356 71888
- Erbhof Branderhofstube: +43 5356 65251
- Hallerwirt: +43 5356 64502
- KitzSki Bergbahn AG: +43 5356 6951
- Kitzbühel Tourism Association: +43 5356 66660
Please note the opening hours and days off of the participating businesses.
Tips & Highlights
Our tips to help you enjoy your culinary hike to the fullest:
- Plan your time well: Ideally, start no later than 10:00 a.m. so you can enjoy the tour at a relaxed pace.
- The first course is immeaditely at the top of the Bichlalm lift: before any hiking.
- Longest stage is Bichlalm Restaurant to Branderhofstube (7km approx)
- Good basic fitness required: Technically easy, but physically demanding.
- Pack smart: Check our recommended gear list for the tour.
FAQ
A culinary tour through the Südberge region featuring three regional courses at select restaurants.
For leisure hikers, couples, and friends who want to combine hiking with culinary delights. Good base fitness is necessary.
The hike is designed as a leisurely day hike and is technically easy. However, a good level of fitness is required. If you’d like to shorten the route, you can also end the hike at the Branderhofstube and take a taxi back (for an additional fee).
Distance: 12 km
Elevation gain: 260 m
Elevation loss: 960 m
Walking time: 4:00
Total time: 5:30+
Yes, the ticket for the Bichlalm chairlift (uphill) is included in the price.
Yes, we recommend making a reservation to ensure availability.
Yes, vegetarian options such as spinach dumplings are available.
Yes, both courses can be enjoyed at the Aurach Wildlife Park upon request.
If the weather is uncertain, we recommend contacting us in advance.
Yes, the three-course tour offers new perspectives and culinary combinations.
This tour is ideal during the hiking season, from spring through fall. Note the Bichalm lift and participating restaurant opening times and dates.