Why autumn hiking feels so good
Clearer Views. Quieter Trails. Just the Right Temperature.
In September and October, the Hochkönig hiking region shows a different side of itself than in midsummer. The air is often clearer, visibility stretches further and the trails become quieter. At the same time, temperatures are usually pleasant for longer hikes and tours with more elevation gain.
For leisure hikers and couples, this means relaxed hours outdoors with plenty of time to stop along the way. Families will find short walks and easy hikes around Maria Alm that can be adapted to fitness levels and the day’s conditions. And those looking for a more active challenge can make the most of stable autumn days for longer mountain hikes and greater elevation gains.
That variety is exactly what makes autumn hiking at the Hochkönig so appealing: it is not the season that decides the route, but the weather, your mood and your fitness level.
