Safety on the mountain

The emphasis in the Kitzbühel Alps is on safety in the mountains. That is why there is standardised signposting for the hiking and mountain trails: Yellow route signposts end red-white-red ground markings. In addition, the mountain trails that require Alpine expertise from hikers, are marked according to difficulty level.

Medium difficult (‘red’) mountain trails are often narrow and steep, and may be exposed in parts. There may be short, secured walking sections, or short sections where it may be beneficial to use your hands. These routes should only be tackled by mountain hikers who are sure-footed and who have a good level of endurance, with appropriate mountain equipment and Alpine experience.

Difficult (‘black’) mountain trails are narrow, mostly steep and in an exposed location. There may be sections of climbing (sections where you use your hands to keep moving) or longer secured sections. These routes should only be tackled by mountain hikers who are sure-footed and who have a good level of endurance, with appropriate mountain equipment and Alpine experience.

Anyone who does not feel secure getting to a destination point by themselves can be shown the proper way with the help of a qualified hiking guide. A tour as part of a hiking group is even more fun.