Village information Wildschönau Auffach, Austria
About Wildschönau Auffach
Wildschönau Auffach is nestled in the quiet Wildschönau region of the Kitzbuhler Alps in Austria. The “wild and beautiful” valley has 4 villages - Niederau, Oberau, Thierbach and Auffach, with a total population of 4182. Auffach lies at 4km at the end of the valley. Auffach ski hire shops abound. However, since ski hire in Auffach is subject to availability, you might wish to book your equipment beforehand. Simply search for “ski hire Auffach” online.
Show sights
If you’re hungry after a day of skiing, stop at Schonangeralm Dairy for cheese tasting and the area’s famous schnapps. Tyrol’s first Wood Museum, established by carver Hubert Schaler, is well worth a visit. There are a variety of exhibits, not least of which includes wooden instruments and wooden underwear.
Show destinations
You can purchase a pass providing you access to all the Wildschönau slopes. It is easy to find Wildschönau Auffach ski hire shops in all 4 villages. Walk along the contemplative St. Francis’ Path between Niederau and Oberau. 9 sculptures by Hunert Flörl are set against the Wildschönau landscape, inspired by St Francis of Assisi’s songs. Halfway along the path is Z’Bach Mountain Farmer’s Museum, a 200-year old farmhouse turned into a museum about life as a mountain farmer.

