Achenkirch - Gaisalm (Mariensteig) - Pertisau - Achenkirch

On the Mariensteig trail – the Achenseehof area visible in the background. © Achensee Tourismus

Couple on the Mariensteig in Achenkirch – still on the lakeshore, already close to the lake’s end. © Achensee Tourismus

the Mariensteig trail above the lake - starts in Achenkirch, ends at Gaislam © Achensee Tourismus

Achenkirch - northern shore of lake Achensee © Achensee Tourismus

Hike from Gaisalm in the direction of Pertisau (Gaisalmsteig) © Achensee Tourismus

on the way on the Gaisalmsteig in direction to Pertisau © Achensee Tourismus

A couple taking a break on a wooden bench during their hike on the Gaisalmsteig, enjoying the moment on a sunny day. © Achensee Tourismus

the path between Pertisau, Gaisalm and Achenkirch offers great panoramic views of Lake Achensee © Achensee Tourismus

on the way on the Mariensteig from Achenkirch to the Gaisalm © Achensee Tourismus

the place the "Prälatenbuche" - on the way between Gaisalm and Pertisau © Achensee Tourismus

Hiking couple on the Mariensteig trail above Lake Achensee with a view towards the Gaisalm. © Achensee Tourismus

From the car park of the Sixenhof local history museum, walk to the campsite Alpen Caravan Park Achensee. Turn right and follow the signposts to the Gaisalm mountain hut past the Seewinkel. Follow the narrow path (Mariensteig) as it climbs steadily alongside Lake Achensee before it descends over steep steps to the Gaisalm (shipping pier). The route leads over scree and narrow rocky trails to Pertisau. The return is via the same route or by ship.

(Attention: The trail from Achenkirch via the Gaisalm to Pertisau has some narrow sections which require sure-footedness and a head for heights)!

The Achensee region carries the Tirolean seal of quality for the high standard of its hiking paths. The "Mariensteig" has been named "Tirolean mountain trail of distinction" for its scenic beauty, stunning views and unique flora.

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