Hiking routes in the Alps accessible by public transport

Various hiking routes in the Alps are highlighted for their accessibility via public transportation.

A trek to the Taghaube in the Hochkönigstock region offers spectacular landscapes and is reachable from Salzburg or Pongau using trains and buses. The route includes stops at the Erichhütte and passes through the Schönbergalpe before ascending toward the Taghaubenscharte.

In South Tyrol, a two-day tour of the Schlern (2,563 meters) is recommended for travelers coming from Bavaria or Austria. The journey can be completed using rail services to Brixen or Brenner, followed by local bus connections. Options for overnight stays include the Schlernhaus or the Schlernbödelehütte, with routes varying in steepness and exposure.