Rail & Trail

Rail & Trail – Hiking by Train in Carinthia

Hop on, unwind, and start hiking: Rail & Trail takes you by S-Bahn (suburban train) to over 100 hand-picked hiking trails throughout Carinthia – stress-free and climate-friendly. From the train station, you'll travel through expansive landscapes, to tranquil towns, and up to mountain peaks and alpine pastures – many tours are accessible year-round.

Here's what you can expect from Rail & Trail in Carinthia:

Relaxed Arrival
Arrive stress-free by train and start your tour directly in nature or in charming towns and villages – without traffic jams or searching for parking. Your getaway begins the moment you arrive: time for yourself and for breathtaking views along the way.

Reliable S-Bahn Network
Train to the mountains: Your hikes begin right at the train station. Regular train connections ensure reliable planning and flexible tour design. With regional guest cards, you can even use ÖBB trains free of charge.
... More than 100 hiking tours

The Rail & Trail routes utilize existing paths and are optimally connected to the Carinthian S-Bahn network. Over 100 tours are available – from leisurely strolls to challenging summit hikes.

Six types of tours
Choose from six formats for your train-based hike: from city and mind-clearing walks to short and enjoyable hikes, summit and alpine pasture hikes, and selected two-day mountain tours.

Digital route guidance
Sustainability also plays a role in orientation: Additional signage has been deliberately omitted. Instead, the free Rail & Trail app on your smartphone reliably and easily guides you along the route.

Flexible booking
Plan your trip individually or book conveniently through the official Trail Angels booking center. This ensures you're well-organized on your journey and have competent contacts available if needed.

From the train station directly onto the hiking trail – and back: With Rail & Trail, all tours start and end at the train station. Some are circular routes, others begin at one station and end at another. From relaxed tours to more challenging sections and quiet stretches off the beaten path. Along well-maintained trails and sunny rest areas, you'll discover, among other things, mysterious gorges and canyons, sweeping mountain panoramas, and historical sites.

This app uses Foreground services for track recording, navigation, audio guides, and offline content downloads.