The best hiking trails around Lake Körbersee

Körbersee, a hidden gem in Austria's Bregenzerwald, can be reached via picturesque hiking trails. With a moderate length of around 5 kilometres and a slight elevation gain, this tour is ideal for families and hikers of all experience levels.

The hike starts in Schröcken at an altitude of 1,675 metres. Lake Körbersee can be reached via various routes, each of which offers impressive views of the surrounding mountains.

Accessibility and Transport options

Körbersee is easily accessible by public transport and car:

• Train to Langen am Arlberg station.
• Continue by bus towards Schröcken.
• Parking facilities for motorists at the Saloberkopf car park.
  (The Saloberkopf car park is subject to a charge.)

Best visiting hours

The best time to visit Lake Körbersee is from June to September. During these months, the weather is most stable and the alpine flora is in full bloom. July and August in particular offer an impressive variety of alpine flowers.
 

Safety and equipment

Sturdy footwear, weatherproof clothing and sun protection are recommended for a hike to Körbersee. A backpack with sufficient water and snacks is also advisable. Be aware of changing weather conditions and plan your hike accordingly. 

Extras:

• Sun protection, insect repellent
• Hiking map
• Fully charged mobile phone

Events and activities

Guided hikes, such as herb walks from June to August (registration required), and nature tours are held regularly at Lake Körber, offering interesting insights into the surrounding area.

There is also the annual Mountain Lake Festival in August and sunrise hikes (July-August, weather permitting).
 

Current events can be found on our event overview page

Flora and Fauna

On the way to Körbersee, you can enjoy a rich variety of flora and fauna:

• Alpine flowers such as gentian and edelweiss.
• Various bird species.
• Alpine marmots.
• The region is known for its biodiversity and offers nature lovers a special experience.

Information on environmental protection and rules of conduct

In order to preserve the beauty of Lake Körber, certain environmental protection rules apply. These include not picking plants, not leaving rubbish behind, no open fires and staying on the marked paths.  It is important to respect nature and help protect this natural gem for future generations.

The route begins at the large car park on the Hochtannberg Pass and passes picturesque spots such as the Spitziger Stein and the Hochalphütte. Enjoy the view of the Widderstein and Mohnenfluh mountains as you hike along the easy path to the lake.

Once you arrive at your destination, the crystal-clear Körbersee lake awaits you in the middle of a nature reserve. Here you can swim, enjoy the peace and quiet or explore the area further on one of the numerous hiking trails. Don't forget to bring your camera for spectacular photos of the mountain scenery and Alpine flora.

The Berghotel Körbersee invites you to linger after a day full of adventures. Enjoy a selection of regional specialities such as Walser cheese flatbread and relax. The hotel is located directly on the lake and offers breathtaking views.

Discover other tours such as the Obere Auenfeld Alpe or the Alpine Museum on the Tannberg, both of which offer deeper insights into local culture and nature.

There are numerous hiking trails around Lake Körbersee, which are characterised by their scenic beauty and varying degrees of difficulty. Here are some of the most popular routes:

• Hiking from Körbersee tp Schröcken
• adventure mountain Schlegelkopf-Petersboden to the Körbersee
• hiking trail from the Kalbelesee to Körbersee
• Over the Hochtannbergpass

• 8 hikes along the water 
• picturesque Formarinsee in Vorarlberg
• Zürsersee-circuit and the wild Zürsbach
• Hiking around the lake Spullersee
• Nature mountain Seekopf in Lech Zürs
• Seekopftour over the Wiesele
• Geology hike ”Sea of Stone” – Freiburger Hütte
• Kaltenberghütte via Stubner See & return via Passage
• Kaltenberghütte via Stubner See & return via Alpe Rauz