Kitzbühel: Old Town, Mining and the Streif
From mining town to legendary ski resort
HighlightsTirol- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Languages
- German, English
Kitzbühel in Tyrol is world famous for the Hahnenkamm race on the Streif, yet its old town is more than 700 years old. This private walk shows how a medieval mining town became one of the best known winter sports resorts on earth.
Kitzbühel received its town charter in 1271 and grew wealthy on copper and silver mining. The colorful gabled houses of the Vorderstadt and Hinterstadt still follow their medieval layout.
The Church of Our Lady and the parish church of St. Andrew stand close together on the slope. Your guide tells of the miners' lives and of Franz Reisch, who climbed the Kitzbüheler Horn on skis in the late 19th century and brought skiing to town.
The famous downhill race has been held on the Hahnenkamm since 1931, and the Streif is regarded as one of the toughest courses in the world. From town you see the finish slope and hear tales of champions and crashes.
Highlights
- Colorful houses of the Vorderstadt
- Church of Our Lady and St. Andrew
- Mining history
- Pioneers of skiing
- View of the Streif finish
The route
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1Jochberg Gate
Entrance to the old town
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2Vorderstadt
Colorful gabled houses
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3Hillside churches
Our Lady and St. Andrew
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4Hahnenkamm view
The Streif
Who this tour is for
Great for ski fans, summer visitors and anyone who wants the real story of Kitzbühel.
Frequently asked questions
Are entrance fees included?
No. Entrance fees and tickets for cable cars, trains, boats or tastings are not included and are paid on site. Your guide is happy to tell you in advance what to expect.
Is the price per person or per group?
This is a private tour with a licensed Austrian tour guide. The price is per group, not per person, so it is just you and your own party.
Can we visit the Streif?
The Hahnenkamm cable car takes you to the start of the Streif, and in summer parts of the course can be explored on foot. Your guide can plan it in.
