Excursions
Kufstein
The picturesque town 28 km away invites you to shop. High above the Inntal is the Fortress Kufstein with a beautiful view over the landscape. 800-years of history is home to a special museum. At the fortress, concerts, opera nights and festivals take place the whole year.
http://www.festung.kufstein.at
Swarovski Crystal World
The mysterious Crystal Worlds in Wattens (near Innsbruck) are about 100 km from Kössen. Fourteen curiosities invite visitors into the realm of fantasy. Well-known artists such as Andrée Heller create a diverse and fascinating mix of crystal and light that takes your breath away.
http://kristallwelten.swarovski.com
Reit im Winkl, Winklmoosalm
The village of Reit im Winkl is located 6 km from Kössen. The tranquil village with many restaurants, cafes and small shops is well worth a trip.Since 2010, a cable car brings you up to the famous and snow garanteed Winklmoosalm. In summer the Winklmoosalm is a popular destination for walking on the Steinplatte.
http://www.reitimwinkl.de
Kitzbühel
Only 30 min. by car you can reach Kitzbühel, one of the most famous winter sports resorts in Austria. The Hahnenkamm- and the Kitzbüheler Horn cabin cars give visitors a spectacular view of the main Alps. The old town of Kitzbühel is famous for its numerous designer boutiques, and is perfect for shopping.
http://www.kitzbuehel.eu/
Salzburg
Only 70 km from Kössen is the city of Mozart, which is not only for culturally interested visitors. The historic Old Town and the fortress Hohensalzburg are definitely worth a visit. Even as an exhibition and convention destination Salzburg enjoys a growing international reputation. Another highlight is the Festival of Salzburg.
http://www.salzburg.at/
Innsbruck
The capital of Tyrol impresses with its alpine location between the Karvendel in the north and the Patscherkofel in the south. Innsbruck was in 1964 and 1976 the venue of the Olympic Winter Games. The historic Old Town and the Castle Ambras in the neighborhood are worth a visit.
www.innsbruck.at
