Climate Hiking Tour

A journey through time: Discovering ice, water, and change

Experience the beauty of nature while uncovering the story of our changing climate. Together with KLAR Pinzgau (Climate Change Adaptation Region), this scenic hiking route was created to showcase how climate change is already leaving its mark on the region. Along the trail, you’ll explore fascinating insights into mountain stream barriers, natural hazards, and what the future may hold for our forests. An inspiring blend of nature, knowledge, and discovery awaits you on this unique adventure.

"On our hike, the effects of climate change are tangible. My motivation is to illustrate and communicate the changes we're already seeing in our climate." – Anna Heuberger, KLAR Manager (Developer of the Climate Change Hiking Trail)

Regional Climate Facts

• The average annual temperature in the region is now 7.3°C, which is already 1.8°C higher than the long-term average (1971–2000).
• In summer, temperatures above 25°C are now reached three times more often at elevations over 1000 meters than they were in the past.
• Drought periods, once expected only every ten years, are now occurring roughly every five years.
• The maximum daily rainfall per year used to average 60 mm. Without action on climate change, this number is projected to increase by 10%.

Hike at Your Own Pace

You don’t need to join a guided tour to experience this unique trail. Simply download the information material and start your own journey into the shifting landscapes of nature and climate: Handout: Nature and Climate in Transition Hiking Tour