A mountain holiday in the Mountaineering Villages

The holiday activities in the Mountaineering Villages are as varied as the places themselves. But all Mountaineering Villages have one thing in common – they are committed to sustainable Alpine tourism. The history of these villages was shaped by early alpinism and this tradition is still evident today.

Stimulation without the hustle and bustle, a lively atmosphere without all the noise, intimacy but with respect, enjoyment with no worries, independent mobility – these phrases encapsulate the notion of a relaxing holiday in the Mountaineering Villages.

Active on the mountain in Mountaineering Villages

In the Mountaineering Villages guests can enjoy various types of mountain sports.
In summer, the offer ranges from simple hikes to mountain tours, Alpine climbing routes and demanding high-altitude tours. There are also various newly built via ferratas and attractive sport climbing areas.
In winter, in addition to classic ski tours, there are numerous opportunities for snowshoe hikes of all levels of difficulty. Ice climbing, cross-country skiing and ice skating are also possible in many mountaineering villages.

Some villages have developed into true specialists in a particular area. The Mountaineering Village of Malta, for example, is well known as the Mecca of the ice climbing scene, Villgratental is a prominent address among ski tourers and Steinbach am Attersee offers interesting opportunities to combine mountain sports and water sports.

Beginners can learn the basics of mountaineering on various courses or go on a tour with a mountain or hiking guide. Nature lovers without sporting ambitions can enjoy the alpine world in the mountaineering villages: many a natural jewel lies within easy reach at the head of the valley, such as the idyllic Almsee in Grünau im Almtal.

The Mountaineering Villages offer something for every mountain enthusiast, from easy family hikes to challenging mountain tours to Austria’s highest peaks!

Summer in the mountains

From leisurely hiking in the mountains to sport climbing

Summer activities on offer in the Mountaineering Villages are many and varied. The starting point for a carefree mountain holiday is an excellent Alpine infrastructure: well-signposted and properly maintained hiking trails and paths as well as numerous refuges belonging to the Alpine associations and managed Alpine pasture huts. These are in place to ensure guests are treated to an unforgettable mountain experience.

But at the same time, a responsible and environmentally-aware attitude is always a priority. Knowledgeable contacts at the location are always happy to advise and indicate the best tours.

Active mountain holidays in summer:

Winter in the mountains

Winter holidays in the mountains

Well away from the hustle and bustle of the large ski areas, guests in the Mountaineering Villages can appreciate the snowy winter scenery through a variety of winter sports activities. It could be a leisurely snowshoe hike, a cross-country skiing excursion or a demanding ski tour, ice climbing or ice-skating with the whole family – the Mountaineering Villages offer a wide range of winter sports activities.

There are wide range of courses available to beginners, so they can make their first steps with snowshoes, accomplish their first turn with touring skiers in the snow. Advanced mountain climbers can even expand their understanding of avalanches.