Sankt Leonhard im Pitztal

Sankt Leonhard im Pitztal is an Alpine municipality in Tyrol that spreads along the upper Pitze River valley for about 25 kilometers. The settlement patterns follow the river corridor and surrounding slopes, creating a long, narrow inhabited zone.

The settlement took shape around 1300 in the Pitztal valley, rooted in farming and livestock herding practices. Over the centuries, the area shifted toward tourism and mountain recreation as its primary economic focus.

The local saint Leonhard of Limoges, a French abbot, shapes the spiritual character of the municipality through religious observances and local customs. Churches and seasonal festivals keep this connection alive in daily community life.

The municipality is accessible by road running through the valley, with various entry points for hiking and mountain activities along its length. Accommodation and dining options are scattered throughout the valley communities rather than concentrated in one town center.

Lake Rifflsee sits high above the main valley as a glacial moraine lake where Alpine ibexes and marmots roam freely. The walk to reach it offers chances to spot these mountain animals in their natural terrain.

GPS coordinates: 47.06596,10.84560

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:28