The most beautiful Chalets and Alpine Hut Villages

Carinthia follows its own gentle, southern rhythm, which also shapes the chalet and mountain hut experience. Around warm bathing lakes, across the rolling summits of the Nockberge and in the sun-filled valleys between the Gailtal and Lavanttal, places emerge where alpine landscapes blend with a light Mediterranean feel.

Chalet villages, alpine hut clusters and spacious self-catering cabins are set within landscapes defined by a mild climate, clear waters and wide panoramic views. Luxury chalets with private wellness areas, mountain huts overlooking the Southern Alps or lakeside chalets create retreats that combine alpine comfort with Carinthia's warm, relaxed lifestyle.

A hut holiday in Lower Austria reveals a quiet, lesser-known side of the province, rich in contrast and character. In the northern Waldviertel, charming retreats are set among granite rock formations, ponds and deep green forests, offering a sense of calm in every season. Further south, the huts rise with the mountains – from the Vienna Alps through the Mostviertel to the pre-Alpine peaks. Here, mountain huts at around 1,200 metres offer clear views, fresh air and relaxed comfort. A hot tub under the stars or a wood-burning stove often adds to the atmosphere, creating warmth and cosiness on cold winter days. Lower Austria combines close-to-nature experiences with a sense of cultivated calm – ideal for those seeking genuine relaxation.

Lakeside calm, forest scents and wide horizons shape the chalet and mountain hut experience in Upper Austria. The region brings together the quiet strength of the Salzkammergut, the gentle landscapes of the Alpine foothills and the unspoilt character of the Mühlviertel. Within this diversity, retreats emerge where water, woodland and mountains form a balanced whole.

Lakeside chalet villages, contemporary alpine huts on panoramic plateaus or spacious hideaways with private wellness areas offer alpine relaxation with a distinctly Upper Austrian sensibility. The pace here is both calming and restorative, defined by clarity, a close connection to nature and an appealing sense of grounded ease.

A hut holiday in Styria brings together contrasts in an enjoyable way. Whether staying in a rustic alpine cabin high on a gentle mountain pasture or a design-focused retreat overlooking the vineyards of southern Styria, the region's diversity of landscapes and lifestyles makes it a true place of longing.

Here, nature, tranquillity and culinary culture come together seamlessly. Inside the huts, the scent of stone pine fills the air; outside, it is forest floor after rain or ripening grapes. With a bit of luck, guests watch the sunrise with views of the Dachstein massif or enjoy the sunset with a glass of Welschriesling on a panoramic terrace. A province that offers calm without ever feeling quiet.

Between the limestone peaks of the Tennengebirge, the gentle grass mountains of the Kitzbühel Alps and the quiet side valleys of the Hohe Tauern National Park, a hut holiday in SalzburgerLand takes on its own distinctive character. Chalet villages and alpine hut clusters are set within landscapes shaped by living alpine traditions and striking natural contrasts.

Luxury chalets with wellness areas, ski-in/ski-out chalets and cosy self-catering huts combine alpine elegance with SalzburgerLand's characteristic sense of warmth and authenticity. The result is a retreat that offers adventure right outside the door while also conveying a special kind of alpine ease.

Tirol is made for hut holidays. Striking mountain peaks, clear high-altitude air and a deeply rooted sense of hospitality define the experience. Whether staying above 2,000 metres with views of glaciated three-thousand-metre peaks or in an architecturally reimagined chalet on the valley floor, Tirol combines alpine style with comfort and character.

Many huts are located directly on the ski slopes or hiking trails, some completely secluded in the midst of nature. They are always retreats with genuine warmth, often shaped over generations, thoughtfully run and rich in regional detail – from stonework by the fireplace to wooden shingles on the roof. Tirol stands for hut holidays with substance and truly elevated experiences.

A hut holiday in Vorarlberg is shaped by a rare balance of aesthetic ambition and unspoilt landscapes. The region is regarded as a pioneer of contemporary alpine architecture, with many chalets and huts combining local woodworking traditions with clean lines, generous spaces and natural materials.

In quiet valleys such as the Brandnertal or the Bregenzerwald, these retreats are set among forests and mountain meadows, often far from busy routes yet easy to reach. What remains is a calming sense of space, stillness and style. Vorarlberg invites visitors to rediscover simplicity – reduced to the essentials, without sacrificing comfort.