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The Legend.

Legends which do more than just write his-


tory – they also bring history to life. Shaped by
the mountains, an enthusiasm for sport and a
desire to succeed. A passion which becomes a
zest for life.
When the Kaiser wears its winter coat. View from the Hahnenkamm to the impressive Wilder Kaiser.
The legendary Hahnenkamm Race – ‘the’ race attracts 80,000 visitors every year.
Between the legends
of yesterday and heroes of today.

When we talk about legends, we are not simply THE race. A race which leaves both
just referring to the past since Kitzbühel the participants and onlookers short of breath
hosts sporting events which write history and describes the character of this small town
year after year. The legend surrounding the better than any words could.
Hahnenkamm race remains unrivalled. It is

The legendary ‘wonder’ ski team: Ernst Hinterseer, Hias Leitner, Christian Pravda, Fritz Huber jr., Anderl Molterer, Toni Sailer.
One man wrote stories about art, tourism and architecture. Kitzbühel’s colourful houses, illustrated by Alfons Walde.
When history becomes the present day.

The name Kitzbühel is shaped by the ex- lifestyle. While often claimed to be opposites, the times. Kitzbühel both motivates and cap-
tensive landscape paired with the majestic these two elements in fact form a charming tivates its guests with a unique historical old
mountain backdrop of the Wilder Kaiser, Kitz- symbiosis and represent everything we love town influenced by Alfons Walde and prom-
büheler Horn and Hahnenkamm and has al- about Kitzbühel: a town with self-confidence ises wonderful times ahead.
ways represented two main things – sport and and prominence. A town which keeps up with
Skiing in the sun on the Hahnenkamm high plateau.
Amid day dreams and flights of fancy. Lake Schwarzsee, the warmest moor lake in the Tirol.
Day dreams and sporting events.

The power of the Summer is motivating and something completely different. Here, nature year in Kitzbühel, bringing sport to life. Kitz-
activities go hand-in-hand with relaxation. hosts top activities throughout the region’s 3 bühel is a town of victory.
Mountains, meadows and water create a spe- seasons and the sporting events form a real
cial feeling. Summer in Kitzbühel set amidst highlight. International triathlon, tennis, bi-
the dizzying heights and sporting events is king and running challenges take place each
Triathlon and the Tennis Trophy. The No. 1 sports town in the heart of the Alps is the stage for top sporting events, year in year out.
The mountains fill visitors with inspira-
tion. Your mind conjures up adventures – and
these soon become a reality. Hiking, running,
mountain biking, cycling, golfing, walking,
picnicking or simply enjoying – Kitzbühel is
a source of motivation.
Feel the rhythm of nature – the golf green as well as 30 additional top courses, no more
is transformed into a red carpet and hosts top than 100 km away, offer everything a golfer’s
class golfing tournaments. It is not without heart could desire.
good reason that Kitzbühel is known as the
golfing centre of the Alps. 4 clubs in Kitzbühel
Tirol hospitality, firmly rooted, is alive and well.
Zest for life in Kitzbühel.

The diversity of restaurants on offer in ences are also in abundance with one brand proportion of 5 and 4 star hotels as well as
Kitzbühel ranges from multi-award winning after another to choose from. This is of great innovative establishments promise a holiday
Gault Millau restaurants to traditional Tyrol significance in Kitzbühel. Top designers and with a special difference. Discover a zest for
guesthouses. There are no limits to the culi- labels combined with the sophisticated setting life in Kitzbühel.
nary delights of Kitzbühel. Shopping experi- attract many international guests. The high
Kitzbühel - Reith - Aurach - Jochberg.

The resorts of Kitzbühel, Reith, Aurach and as the sporting energy of the town and its top many guests. Aurach is also the ideal resort for
Jochberg all have their own unique character hotels and restaurants, making Kitzbühel a all the family in Winter thanks to its ski resort
yet have one thing in common – they guaran- prominent hot spot in the Alpine region. location and direct links to the cross-country
tee a holiday for the body and mind. The wide network.
range of sports, events and relaxation opportu- Reith – is defined by its sportiness. From
nities in the 4 resorts makes this a captivating the golf green and Schwarzsee lake to the Jochberg – the name speaks for itself and
region, year in year out. Savour the top quality walking and biking routes in Summer, not attracts hikers back year after year. Jochberg
hotels and explore the lively local hospitality. forgetting the Winter sporting offers, in par- is without doubt a true ‘gem of nature’. Moun-
ticular Nordic walking. You come into close tain bikers and walkers are in their element
Kitzbühel – Home to the Hahnenkamm, contact with nature on the panoramic hikes here. The unique highlights include the heated
Snow-Polo, Triathlon and Tennis Trophy. The and walks through the blueberry fields. woodland swimming pool, numerous themed
heart of this town beats loud and strong. walks, farming museum, Sintersbach waterfall
Kitzbühel is the no. 1 town for sport at the heart Aurach – defined with sunshine and cultu- and ice rink made from revitalised water in
of the Alps and charmingly combines tradition ral sights. The traditional architecture makes Winter. The direct access to the Kitzbühel ski
and lifestyle like no other town. The Kitzbühel the town a particular Tyrolean treasure. The resort is an added benefit for skiing enthusiasts.
legend comprises its own unique charm as well themed walks and the Wildlife Park attract
Four resorts – one feeling.
When words are not enough. Gieringer Weiher in Reith near Kitzbühel.
Legendary in autumn too. The Hahnenkamm with a view to the Kitzbüheler Horn.
Easy access.

Whether you choose to arrive by shuttle, personal VIP taxi or train –


this town has convenient transport links to the Munich, Salzburg and
Innsbruck airports.

Aeroplane:
Munich airport: 160 km, www.munich-airport.de
Salzburg airport: 80 km, www.salzburg-airport.com
Innsbruck airport: 90 km, www.innsbruck-airport.com

Train:
Kitzbühel international railway station
Timetables at www.oebb.at
Snow express in Winter from Salzburg airport – book at
www.salzburg-airport.com

Car:
From the direction of Innsbruck: A12 motorway to Wörgl-Ost,
30 km main road to Kitzbühel
From the direction of Munich: A12 motorway to Kufstein-Süd,
26 km main road to Kitzbühel

Munich 125 km

A 12
Salzburg 80 km
172
Vienna 380 km

Kufstein
St. Johann in Tirol
173 178

161
Reith
178

Brixen Kirchberg
Wörgl 170 Kitzbühel

A 12

Aurach
171 161

Motorway Jochberg
Federal Highway
Innsbruck 95 km
Railway
Zurich 370 km 170 Road number
Milan 480 km Pass Lienz 88 km

Photos: Kitzbühel Tourismus, Herbert J. Wackerle, Golf image: Joe Hölzl, Wunderteam: Stadtarchiv Kitzbühel, Polo: Lifestyle Event GmbH, Triathlon: Paul Bachmann, Triathlon Verein Kitzbühel,
Albin Niederstrasser, Markus Mitterer; © Chamois-Logo-Design: Alfons Walde 1933/VBK Vienna. Errors, omissions printing & typing errors and modifications excepted.
When a new day dawns, the gentle natural landscape impresses.
© Medialounge

Kitzbühel Tourismus
Hinterstadt 18 · 6370 Kitzbühel, Austria
T +43 (0) 5356 66660 · F +43 (0) 5356 66660 - 77
info@kitzbuehel.com · www.kitzbuehel.com

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