The Wildschönauer Ache runs through Kundl and its main settlement area, flows through the striking Kundler Gorge and empties into the Inn. A protected wetland, churches and traces of mining also shape the town’s history. This makes Kundl an interesting destination for a trip where landscape and cultural history sit side by side; activities also offer different experiences, from hiking to a summer sightseeing train.
River and protected wetland
The Ache gives Kundl’s landscape a clear line: its course runs through the main settlement area and the gorge, continuing as far as the Inn. The Söller Wiesen lie in the eastern part of the market municipality. The wetland covers 44 hectares and is designated as a protected landscape area with core and buffer zones. While the Ache connects Kundl with the gorge, the focus at the meadows is on the wetland and its protected status. Before visiting, check locally for any access restrictions.
Hiking, sightseeing train and swimming pool
The hike through the Kundler Gorge follows a wide, gently ascending path suitable for strollers. Seasonal closures may apply, so check the current situation before setting out.
In summer, a sightseeing train runs through the gorge several times a day, from Schlucht station to MĂĽhltal and back. It offers a different way to plan a visit to the gorge than hiking. Timetables may change, so check the latest information before your trip.
For a different kind of outing, the Kundl outdoor swimming pool has a sports pool, a children’s pool and a water slide. It operates seasonally. Check whether the planned swimming season is in effect during your stay.
Churches, monuments and mining history
At the western entrance to the village stands the late Gothic pilgrimage church of St. Leonhard, a cultural attraction in Kundl. The parish church of the Assumption of Mary was built between 1734 and 1736 as a Baroque replacement for a Gothic church. Together, the two churches illustrate different architectural periods: late Gothic pilgrimage architecture and an 18th-century Baroque church.
Another stop for culture enthusiasts is the Kundlburg castle ruins, located at the entrance to the Kundler Gorge and protected as a monument. Gasthof Post, the vicarage and its surrounding wall, and the Kundler Gorge bridge are also protected monuments. The Federal Monuments Office’s Tyrolean monument register dated June 23, 2026, lists these three structures.
Kundl’s history is also connected with mining: silver, copper and cobalt mining grew in importance during the 15th and 16th centuries. At that time, the “Kundler Ofen” smelting works were established in the village. The town’s history thus extends beyond churches and monuments to include an economic development that shaped Kundl during this period.
The Leonhardiritt, a procession in honor of St. Leonhard, takes place in Kundl every year on the first Sunday in November. If you would like to combine your trip with the procession, check the latest event details in advance.
Stones and minerals at the Haus der Steine
The Haus der Steine serves as an exhibition and sales space for stones and minerals. On display are deep green malachite, azurite, serpentine, fossilized specimens and rare, colorful conglomerate. The exhibits may change. Conglomerates and other rocks can also be polished or made into everyday objects at the Haus. Check the latest opening information before visiting.
Discover more destinations: Wildschönau, Breitenbach Am Inn, Oberau, Reith Im Alpbachtal, Brandenberg, Landl, Hinterthiersee, Scheffau Am Wilden Kaiser
Go to the overarching travel overview: Kufstein.
