Kaunergrat nature park. A real gem.

A protected area in the mountains

The Kaunergrat nature park stretches over Pitztal and Kaunertal Valley and the village of Fließ. It is considered one of the most diverse nature reserves in Tyrol.

Alpine landscapes, unspoilt habitats and active conservation go hand in hand over around 590 square kilometres. Varied hikes, themed trails and information along the way encourage a conscious approach to flora, fauna and geology. The nature park is ideal for anyone wanting to add a quiet, educational and sustainable dimension to their holiday in Pitztal Valley, with time to observe and understand.

Sonnenuntergang über den Bergen der Pitztaler Alpen im Sommer

Großer Felsblock in alpiner Berglandschaft mit Wald im Pitztal

Hand berührt alpine Distelblüte auf einer Sommerwiese im Pitztal

Protecting nature. Understanding relationships.

The Kaunergrat nature park is all about preservation and knowledge: educational and themed trails, guided tours and visitor centres show how sensitive Alpine habitats are and how diverse they can be. Whether it's moorland, forests or high mountains, you discover nature step by step, with background knowledge instead of mere scenery. Content is presented clearly and respectfully, for adults and children alike, allowing you to be mindful when out and about in nature.

About the nature park

Total km²
nature park area

590

Three-thousand-metre
peaks in the nature park

Km² protected
area

240

Paar wandert über alpine Wiese mit Blick auf die Pitztaler Alpen im Pitztal

Wanderer schnürt Wanderschuhe vor einer Bergwanderung im Pitztal

Fliegenpilz im alpinen Wald zwischen Grünpflanzen im Pitztal

Nature park hiking – step by step to the great outdoors

Alpine paths, high-altitude tours and varied trails in the Kaunergrat nature park invite you to be out and about without rushing and without any specific destination in mind. In summer, open meadows alternate with shady forests and sweeping views. Every tour leaves room for breaks, for observations along the way and for enjoying the feeling of being part of the landscape. Hiking in the nature park is a quiet encounter with nature – easy, varied and relaxing.

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Destinations with a focus on nature

At the Kaunergrat visitor centre on the Piller saddle, you can dive deep into the region's landscape, geology and habitats, with exhibitions and sweeping views from different vantage points. The Tyrolean Ibex Centre at Schrofen brings you up close and personal with the elusive animal: learn more about the ibex indoors before you meet the skilled climber outdoors in the walk-in enclosure. The WEIDTBLICK visitor centre close by complements your visit, bringing local wildlife closer to families and nature lovers alike.

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