Dreamlike hotspots of the Alps
Hiking in Austria
22 July 2019
Mountains, sports and nature
Exercise in the mountains is one of the most popular and healthiest summer sports in the Alps. In addition to hikes, Nordic walking and yoga on the mountain, culinary delights and relaxation should not be missing. The following hotels offer all this, and just around the corner: in the middle of Austria.
HOTEL TIPS
Design Hotel "Small Hotel Carinthia
EGG ON LAKE FAAK, CARINTHIA
At the Small Hotel Carinthia two landscapes are combined at once: mountain and lake. The landscape around the Faakersee is ideal for hiking. Only a few minutes from the design hotel "Kleines Hotel Kärnten", guests can reach the forests via meadows. Mountain climbing in the Karawanken, as well as in the Julian Alps, which are not far away, also rewards with a great view. For those who don't want to miss the view of Lake Faak during their hike, a hike to the Taborhöhe is the ideal mix of mountain and lake. Villach's local mountain "Dobratsch" with its proud height of 2,166 metres acts as a nature park and hiker's paradise. The "Kanzianiberg" with its more than 300 routes and almost 400 rope lengths belongs to the biggest and also best climbing gardens in Austria. But also for hiking the area around the "Kanzianiberg" is charming. After one of the countless hikes, the Kleine Hotel Kärnten invites you to stay: with only 32 beds, the design hotel offers comfort and peace for every guest to relax. The Tschemernjak family, who run the design hotel "Kleines Hotel Kärnten", focus on regionality in their cuisine. The cooperation with local farmers, as well as selected local ingredients round off the gourmet offer of the hotel. Convince yourself!
Hotel Oberforsthof
ST. JOHANN IM PONGAU, SALZBURG
The family-run Hotel Oberforsthof, which is located not far from the centre of St. Johann in the Alpendorf district, offers guests plenty of space. - Space to relax, unwind, feel good, enjoy a delicious meal, sleep well or simply do nothing. At 760 metres above sea level, the hotel offers its own swimming pond with a view of the Alps, as well as a wide range of sports and hiking activities. The active hotel is the ideal starting point for hikes, Nordic walking tours and mountain bike tours. Around 1000 kilometres of marked hiking trails guarantee that every hiking fan will find his "dream trail". After a sophisticated day on the mountain, a rich wellness offer awaits guests at the Aktivhotel Oberforsthof: the "Pure Alp Spa" has a panoramic indoor pool, an indoor sauna area, as well as an outdoor sauna made of pine wood, as well as relaxation rooms and a fitness area. So that nothing stands in the way of Sleeping Beauty, all rooms offer the greatest comfort. - Here design meets natural materials. All rooms and suites have a natural wooden floor and a terrace/balcony with a view of the mountains.
Almwellness Hotel Pierer
FLADNITZ, STYRIA
For four generations, the Pierer family has stood for hospitality and relaxation, for tradition paired with innovation. Whether in the sustainable approach to alpine life or in the trend-setting alpine design of the hotel, in the culinary alpine pleasure or in the grandiose alpine experience, in the enchanting alpine romance, the revitalizing alpine wellness or an unforgettable alpine seminar - the love of nature is palpable in all aspects. The signposted hikes in the Almenland have different levels of difficulty - from family and themed hikes to trails for sporty types and those for endurance hikers. Most of them can be reached on foot from the Almwellness Hotel Pierer. The Almspa and Almgarten inspires on 3,500 m² with exclusive relaxation rooms, sun terrace, infinity pool, panorama pool, whirlpool and generous sauna area. The new panorama sauna, the natural swimming pond heated from May - October, an extensive range of massage and beauty treatments, as well as a separate family spa area and almyoga bring body, mind and soul in harmony.
Hotel presentation in the Falstaff Hotel Guide
Leuven Hotel
MONTAFON, VORARLBERG
The mixture of rugged mountain walls, rustic huts and paradisiacal views makes the special charm of a hiking holiday in Montafon, in Vorarlberg. With more than 1,160 kilometres of marked hiking trails, Montafon is considered one of the hotspots for hiking in Austria. The nearby Silvretta High Alpine Road invites adventure lovers to explore the fabulous high road by bike, car or motorbike. And those who prefer to stay in the valley will not miss out! Not far from the Löwen Hotel are 2 golf courses, which have something to offer for every level of play. The best thing about it: For all guests at the Löwen Hotel the "green fee" is free of charge. The rooms and suites at the Löwenhotel Montafon resemble a typical chalet with a modern look. Natural materials such as wood, stone and glass as well as warm colours create a timeless and cosy ambience. Here you can't help but feel at home. In the restaurant "Löwen Stube" - awarded with 2 toques - there is something for every guest. In the restaurant "Barga" you will find classics of the regional, Austrian cuisine on the menu.
Hotel presentation in the Falstaff Hotel Guide
meiZEIT Lodge
FILZMOOS, SALZBURG
The Filzmoos mountains offer numerous possibilities for a relaxing summer holiday. Countless hiking trails and via ferratas, Nordic walking routes, refreshing lakes, e-bike and mountain bike tours as well as a variety of excursion destinations await the summer vacationer. The extensive hiking network around Filzmoos extends to more than 200 kilometres. From enjoyable walks to sporty mountain hikes and challenging climbing tours, there are trails of all levels of difficulty. All paths and trails are of course clearly and uniformly signposted and categorised according to their degree of difficulty. Hiking map and tour book contain all hikes with description and can be purchased at the reception of the meiZeit Lodge. The meiZeit team is happy to help with tips and route planning. As a guest in the meiZeit Lodge, you have the choice between different types of rooms. The tasteful furnishings and attention to detail make you feel right at home. In front of the fireplace, in the lodge lounge, up to the romantic sitting area with panoramic views of the Dachstein - here you will find everything you need for a perfect holiday in the mountains.
Hotel Molzbachhof
KIRCHBERG AM WECHSEL, LOWER AUSTRIA
With only 1 hour's drive from Vienna, all everyday worries can be put aside here. The breathtaking landscape with rushing streams and lush green meadows enchants every hiking enthusiast. The Wanderhotel Molzbachhof was already awarded the Austrian Hiking Seal of Quality in 2014 and is located in the middle of the Buckligen Welt at the foot of the Wechsel region with the Semmering, the Rax, the Schneeberg and the Hohe Wand nature paradise. The structural extension of the Molzbachhof is a wooden hotel in absolute tranquillity where no harmful construction chemicals were used. This results in a particularly deep and restful sleep for guests. After a hike in the Buckligen Welt, an infinity pool, a wellness area, water beds and a fitness room await you to relax. If that's not enough, there's also a wide range of massage and beauty treatments. Hotel guests enjoy local ingredients from the herb and vegetable garden in the new "Lehen" restaurant section. Austrian home cooking and seasonal delicacies are on the menu in the Wirtshaus.
Nature and Biohotel Bergzeit
ZÖBLEN, TIROL
The nature and organic hotel Bergzeit is located in the Tannheimer Tal in Tyrol, which is characterized by innovative, yet traditional hotel management. For guests, the focus is on modern architecture in the form of different rooms and suites, natural materials and culinary delicacies from organic farming. In addition, the Biohotel Bergzeit offers the possibility to charge electric cars free of charge at the in-house filling station. The terrace with a view of the alpine landscape invites you to linger over culinary delights - ideally with a fine drop of wine - and thus ensures more variety in your hiking holiday. Soothing mountain air, fresh spring water and a breathtaking view await all mountain lovers and those who want to become one. At an altitude of around 1,100 metres, there are routes for every taste on three different hiking levels. Over 30 cosy alpine huts await your visit with alpine cheese and homemade delicacies. With an immortalization in the summit book, every climber ensures a lasting memory.
Hotel presentation in the Falstaff Hotel Guide
Picture credits: Hotel Molzbachhof, Hotel Oberforsthof, Almwellness Hotel Pierer, Kleines Hotel Kärnten, meiZeit Lodge, Natur & Biohotel Bergzeit, Löwen Hotel Montafon
