Kaiser Wilhelm Promenade
Kaiser-Wilhelm-Promenade
A nearly level, tree-lined walkway along the mountainside overlooking the Gastein Valley, running from the town centre to the Kötschach Valley.
The Kaiser Wilhelm Promenade is a gentle path built in the 19th century for Kaiser Wilhelm I of Germany, who came to Bad Gastein to take the cure. It starts near the Primus Church in the town centre and winds through the forest along the mountainside to the mouth of the Kötschach Valley to the northeast. It is about 3 km long and almost flat, with benches, wall fountains and viewpoints overlooking the Gastein Valley and the peaks toward Hofgastein. It suits a relaxing walk after a soak or serves as the first stretch of a hike into the Kötschach Valley. You can stop at the Gothic St. Nicholas Church along the way. Admission is free.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- St. Nicholas Church
- Bad Gastein Belle Époque Centre
- Gastein Waterfall
- Felsentherme Gastein
- Kötschach Valley
- Graukogel
- Altböckstein Mining Museum
- Stubnerkogel & Suspension Bridge