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St. Leonhard Pitztal

Follow the call of Tyrol's highest glacier

St. Leonhard im Pitztal is a small municipality with only around 1,500 inhabitants, but a huge municipal area of 223,4 km². The village is located in the rear Pitztal valley and stretches along a narrow valley floor, on which hamlets and villages are spread over a length of approx. 25 km. From Wiese to Schußlehn to Mittelberg, there are a total of 30 hamlets, each with its own charm, its own history and its own advantages.

Highlights in St. Leonhard

In summer, St. Leonhard in the Pitztal offers a unique experience for hikers, mountaineers and nature lovers. Highlights such as the raft ride on the Rifflsee, the Pitztal Water World with Kneipp facility, the sculpture trail and the ibex center at the Schrofen await you. Discover the mountain world on alpine climbing gardens, endless hiking trails and experience the family-friendly Rifflsee circuit. Enjoy the idyllic surroundings with mountain lakes, waterfalls and culinary delights.

A first-class mountaineering experience awaits you in the rear Pitztal valley. From the viewing platform at
Café 3440 offers you a breathtaking view of the glaciated ice giants of the main Alpine ridge.
The Wildspitzbahn cable car takes you comfortably to the highest café in Austria. Enjoy coffee and cake on the panoramic terrace while summiteers set off for the Wildspitze, the highest mountain in Tyrol.

Summer: Routes & tours in St. Leonhard

Neubergalm

Medium

Day 4 - Kaunergrat circuit 4-day tour

Medium

Multi-day hike (up to 3 days)

4,24 km

01:00 h

104 m

491 m

1879 m

Mountain huts around St. Leonhard

Ludwigsburger Hütte
Ludwigsburger Hütte (1,935 m)

Alpine pasture

Mountain hut

St. Leonhard im Pitztal

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12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Mauchele Alm
Mauchele Alm (1,840 m)

Alpine pasture

Mountain hut

St. Leonhard im Pitztal

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12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Braunschweiger Hütte
Braunschweiger Hütte (2,759 m)

Alpine pasture

Mountain hut

St. Leonhard im Pitztal

Today

09:00 AM - 07:00 PM

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09:00 AM - 07:00 PM

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09:00 AM - 07:00 PM

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09:00 AM - 07:00 PM

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09:00 AM - 07:00 PM

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09:00 AM - 07:00 PM

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09:00 AM - 07:00 PM

Events in St. Leonhard

A mountain cabin surrounded by majestic mountains and beautiful scenery. The soft colors of the sunset give the scene a warm glow.

09/02

Hüttenbrunch auf der Rüsselsheimer Hütte

Rüsselsheimer Hütte, St. Leonhard im Pitztal

09/02 - 08:00 o'clock

A smiling girl is lying relaxed on the back of a horse. In the background, wooden houses and a green environment are visible.

09/02

Children's Riding Camp

Stillebach, St. Leonhard im Pitztal

09/02 - 09:00 o'clock - 3 hours

6 Available

A group of people is standing on a glacier in the mountains. In the background, majestic mountain peaks and a clear sky can be seen.

09/02

Glacier Day - Hiking in the Eternal Ice

Pitztaler Gletscher, St. Leonhard im Pitztal

09/02 - 10:15 o'clock - 2 hours

1 Available

Children are riding on horses in a beautiful, green landscape. The sun is shining and the surroundings are surrounded by trees.

09/02

Riding at the Reithof Pitztal

Tieflehn, St. Leonhard im Pitztal

09/02 - 10:40 o'clock - 1 hour

4 Available

A group of people is standing on a glacier in the mountains. In the background, majestic mountain peaks and a clear sky can be seen.

09/02

Glacier Day - Hike in the Eternal Ice Afternoon appointment

Pitztaler Gletscher, St. Leonhard im Pitztal

09/02 - 13:15 o'clock - 2 hours

A large wooden house in the shape of a heart stands in a green meadow. In the background, snow-covered mountains and a blue sky can be seen.

09/02

After Hike Yoga

Mandarfen, St. Leonhard im Pitztal

09/02 - 16:30 o'clock - 1 hour

15 Available

Authentic & Local: Shopping in St. Leonhard

From Tyrolean specialities and regional produce to local crafts: find all the farm shops, direct sellers and places to shop in St. Leonhard at a glance here.
Bäckerei Schranz
Beim Bäck & Bäckerei Raggl

Grocery store

St. Leonhard im Pitztal

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07:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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07:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 02:30 PM - 06:00 PM

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07:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 02:30 PM - 06:00 PM

Saturday

07:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Monday

07:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 02:30 PM - 06:00 PM

Tuesday

07:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 02:30 PM - 06:00 PM

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The Bee Herbarium

Regional products

St. Leonhard im Pitztal

Pitztaler Gebirshonig
Pitztaler Gebirgshonig

Regional products

St. Leonhard im Pitztal

Accommodation in St. Leonhard

Modern wooden houses in a picturesque mountain landscape. The buildings are surrounded by a green meadow and are distinguished by their stylish architecture.
Pitztal SommerCard

chalet

St. Leonhard im Pitztal

from €65.00

per Person

No Meals

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A cozy balcony with two chairs and a small table. On the table, there is a vase with colorful flowers, and the mountains in the background are clearly visible.

holiday apartment

Holiday home

St. Leonhard im Pitztal

from €135.00

per Unit

No Meals

Details
A cozy dining area with a round table and blue upholstered seats. Large windows provide plenty of daylight and a view of the outdoors.
Pitztal SommerCard

holiday apartment

Holiday home

St. Leonhard im Pitztal

from €145.00

per Unit

No Meals

Details

Winter: routes & tours in St. Leonhard

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Medium

Route - Tiefentalalm

Medium

Snowshoe hiking

9,30 km

03:45 h

498 m

1880 m

Modernes Gebäude in den Bergen mit Terrasse. Besucher sitzen draußen, umgeben von Wald und blauem Himmel. Malerische Umgebung und architektonisches Design.
Welcome to the Schrofen

Ibex center in the Pitztal

Discover the Tyrolean Ibex Center, a fascinating place that sheds light on the changing relationship between man, nature and culture in the Pitztal. Here you will not only find a service center for environmental education, but also an inspiring presentation site for the culture of remembrance. The Ibex Center is the ideal meeting place for curious people like you who want to learn more about this unique environment. Our offers are designed to be visitor-friendly and true-to-life so that you can experience the beauty and diversity of the Pitztal at first hand. Visit us and let yourself be carried away by nature and culture!

Information office St. Leonhard im Pitztal

Info office Mandarfen
Information office Mandarfen

Tourist information

St. Leonhard im Pitztal

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09:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 02:00 PM - 05:00 PM

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09:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 02:00 PM - 05:00 PM

Friday

09:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 02:00 PM - 05:00 PM

Saturday

09:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Monday

09:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 02:00 PM - 05:00 PM

Tuesday

09:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 02:00 PM - 05:00 PM

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