Statz: Hiking Trails, Chapel and Farm History

Statz offers specific opportunities for active days and small discoveries: a mountain bike route passes through the district; hiking descriptions mention Statz, and there is also a listed chapel, an accessible themed playground and the Kandlerhof, which makes its own pasta. This means your holiday plans can include not only tours, but also culture and a close-up look at how a food product is made.

Cycling and Hiking Trails

The mountain bike route “From the Brenner over the Schlüsseljoch and via the Hühnerspielhütte to Innsbruck” joins the Brenner cycle route and passes through the district of Statz on its way to Matrei am Brenner.

There are two named routes for walking. On the walk to Kraftsee, the descent back to Matrei leads through the small villages of Mühlen and Statz. The Steinach–Matrei circular hike follows the marked signs from Puig via Mühlen to Statz and onward to Matrei. In both descriptions, Statz is on a route that includes Mühlen and Matrei; what differs is the reference point: one is the return route from Kraftsee, the other the Steinach–Matrei circular hike starting from Puig. This can help you choose if you are specifically looking for a walk linked to Kraftsee or the marked route from Puig.

Stage 58 of the VIA ROMEA GERMANICA runs from Matrei am Brenner to the Brenner Pass. It is rated moderate, covers 21.3 kilometres and is described as taking 6 hours and 15 minutes. At the playground, the stage follows the road “Statz” straight across the intersection. The difficulty rating, distance and duration provide practical details for planning your time; its character as a pilgrimage stage also sets it apart from the two hiking routes mentioned above. As route conditions can change, it is advisable to check the latest route information before setting out.

Chapel, Playground and Farm Products

The Statz Chapel, also known as the Halder Chapel, is located at Statz 14b, 6143 Mühlbachl (north). It is associated with the year 1535 and is protected as a listed monument by regulation. Its name, address and protected status make it a specific point of cultural and historical interest in Statz.

The accessible themed playground in Statz is next to the Sill at the southern edge of Matrei. For families, it is a place to play in its own right and a different kind of destination from the hiking trails and routes.

The Kandlerhof is in Statz (Mühlbachl), on the border with Steinach am Brenner, and has been owned by the Seehauser family since 1942. Its pasta is made with eggs produced on the farm; six whole free-range eggs are used for every kilogram of dough. The precise ingredient details bring the production process to life, while the farm’s ownership history adds a distinct local connection. If you are interested in food production as well as trails, this offers a specific culinary point of interest.

Choose a Location to Suit Your Plans

This makes it easier to weigh up whether trails, the themed playground, or cultural and culinary attractions are most important for your stay.

Discover more destinations: Leutasch, Ampass, Pfaffenhofen, Obernberg Am Brenner, Wildermieming, Zirl, Igls, Birgitz

For the wider travel overview: Innsbruck-Land.