Gieringer Weiher
Fee required
Water
Swimming
Parking available
A natural jewel in Kitzbühel offering a pleasant circuit hike around the Gieringer Weiher and a refreshing swim in its healthy moor water, complete with a cozy bistro and dog-friendly areas.

📜 A natural jewel in Kitzbühel, Gieringer Weiher offers both a serene circuit hike and a refreshing swim in its unique moor water.
🏞️ Discover varied landscapes, enjoy beautiful views, and find a welcoming spot for both families and their furry friends.

Why Go

🚶‍♀️ Enjoy an easy 3.9 km circuit hike suitable for families.
💎 Discover the natural jewel Gieringer Weiher.
🌳 Experience varied terrain: asphalt, gravel, hiking trails, and narrow forest paths.
🍽️ Refreshments available at an inn near the pond and a cozy bistro at the Waldbad.
👀 Take in beautiful views, especially from the historic Veiten oak.
🏊‍♀️ Swim in refreshing and healthy moor water at the Waldbad Gieringer Weiher.
🐶 Designated areas make it a true oasis for dogs and their owners.

Hiking Details

⬆️ Uphill: 1 hour, 126 meters altitude gain.
⬇️ Downhill: 1 hour, 123 meters altitude loss.
⛰️ Highest point: 859 meters.
🗺️ Route type: Circuit.
📍 Starting/Destination: Kulturhaus Reith.

🏊‍♀️ Swimming & Waldbad

The Waldbad Gieringer Weiher is a family-run bathing facility since 1968, offering a natural bathing lake with refreshing moor water.
Relax on comfortable loungers and enjoy the small, exclusive bath-bistro.
During opening hours, it's walk-in only, and no table reservations are accepted.

🐶 Dog Access

The natural peat lake Gieringer Weiher is a true oasis for dogs and their owners, featuring a special separated area with easy access to the water.

Why Avoid

⚠️ The Waldbad swimming facility is closed from September to April for renovations/season.
🅿️ Parking at the Waldbad is private and strictly for guests only.

Checklist

👕 Weather-appropriate clothing.
👟 Suitable shoes.
☔ Rain or sun protection.
💧 Enough to drink.

🅿️ Parking

Access by car is via Reith bei Schloß Münichau, following Gieringweg and signs. Parking is private property and exclusively for Waldbad guests. It's recommended to arrive by bike or on foot.

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