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One aspect of the Adlerweg that stands out, making it different from most other long-distance paths, is the use made of various modes of public transport to speed access to and descent from the mountains. As a result you will encounter three cablecars, three chairlifts, three trains, a funicular, a tram and a bus, all integrated into the path. It is possible to avoid some of the cablecars and chairlifts, and this guide indicates where such options occur.

Alpenpark sign in Karwendelgebirge (Stages 8–12)

National parks and protected areas

Although going through no designated national parks, much of the route is through areas with a high level of environmental protection or national forest. The Wilderkaiser, Karwendel, Arnspitze and most of Lechtal valley are naturschutzgebieten (NSG, nature protected areas) while other places are landschaftsschutzgebieten (LSG, similar to Areas of Special Scientific Interest in the UK). Brandenberg and Tegestal are national forests managed by Osterreichische Bundesforste (OBF). Proposals have been made to create national parks, but this high level of protection has been blocked by opposition from hunting interests, which are strong in Tyrol. Camping, lighting fires, disturbing wildlife or removing plants are prohibited in these areas.