“The legend lives on!” – that’s the motto of the Karwendel Mountain Walk from the village of Scharnitz, through the Karwendel mountain range to Pertisau on the shores of Achensee lake. This year's legendary hike through one of the Alps' most stunning landscape conservation areas is being held on 25th August.
Read MoreBeautiful peaks and valleys with miles of stunning hiking for everybody, from gentle alpine strolls to more extreme mountain treks. Find your ideal walking holiday in Tirol.
In the Heart of the AlpsGet an overview of Innsbruck from 2000m with this package. Includes one night at a 4-star hotel, guided hike and return trip on the Nordkettenbahnen cable car.
Hectic city life is a distant memory in Tirol's Alpbachtal. 7 nights in a 3-star hotel with Alpbachtal Seenland Card.
Skiing and hiking chalets in the Austrian Alps come in all sizes and all standards, with some including extra facilities such as saunas. Whatever your taste there is a chalet for you.
The holiday region Kitzbüheler Alps St. Johann in Tirol is ideal for hiking breaks and with a 3-night package including all the gear you have nothing to worry about.
In addition to being a popular sport, Nordic Walking is now seen as an essential part of the wellness industry. More and more fitness centers, health resorts and hotels are offering Nordic Walking as part of their programme, and there could be no better backdrop for this beneficial activity than Austria. So why not make it part of your next holiday?
Our Recommended RegionsThe beautiful long-distance hiking trail the Eagle Walk is the longest hiking path in Europe. Its main route winds through Tirol’s most gorgeous regions from St. Johann to St. Anton am Arlberg and is divided into 23 segments.
Europe's Longest Hiking PathIn the Nock mountains, located in Carinthia, you will find a world-renowned medicinal plant. Its distinct scent and exceptional healing powers are there to be discovered by hikers strolling in the mountains.
More on the Speik„Find your true inner self where nature is at its purest“ is the motto of a lot of people who choose the wildly romantic mountain scenery and clear lakes of the Nationalpark Hohe Tauern to relax.
More on Nationalpark Hohe TauernChoose Naturidyll Hotels and relax in beautiful surroundings where attention to the environment is paramount. Several properties have even been awarded the Austrian Environmental Seal for exemplary practices in sustainability.
About Naturidyll HotelsThose who have experienced the Austrian Alps will no doubt say that there is magic in the mountains. Discover the magic for yourself within our Walk & Nordic Walking pages, filled with all the information you need to start planning your walking holiday in Austria.
Take a HikeAustria is located in a temperate climatic zone with a Central European climate influenced by the Atlantic climate. The four seasons all have typical temperatures and climatic characters.
Climatic Regions and Today's WeatherAustria's topographic diversity accounts for a great variety of flora and fauna, including endemic species that are under preservation.
All Creatures Great and SmallMore than 400km of walking paths make this area an absolute gem for your walking holiday. Trails are well-signed with accurate directions and approximate walk times given.
Untouched NatureApproximately 650km of marked hiking, mountain climbing and fixed rope climbing routes hold the quality seal for mountain and hiking paths in Seefeld. Check out just a few of the options.
Olympiaregion SeefeldA 50-page walking guide and an online platform where guests can decide upon a route on their computer at home are fantastic initiatives by Zell am See-Kaprun, making for stress-free holiday planning.
Zell am See-Kaprun Walking PortalDespite its mountainous terrain, the Tirol is one of Europe’s most wheelchair-friendly destinations. Less-abled visitors can easily find a variety of suitable trails to enjoy the spectacular landscapes of this alpine province.
Hiking Without BarriersEstablished in 1991, the High Mountain National Park of the Zillertal Alps offers grand views and unforgettable mountaineering adventures.
Time to ExploreExplore two of the region's most majestic peaks - the 3,000m Kitzsteinhorn and the 2,000m Schmittenhöhe.
Visit Zell am See-KaprunTake a walk along Bregenzerwald's famous Cheese Trail and sample regional delicacies while en route!
A Bite of BregenzerwaldThe Run & Walk Park in the popular resort of Mayrhofen offers both an enjoyable outdoor experience and the right physical challenge for everyone.
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