The fascinating Alpine world
Not least because of its many rivers and valleys, the Alps play an important role in supplying energy through hydropower. The Austrian Alps are also essential for producing food. A variety of pastures offer food of all kinds, especially in summer, and ensure well-being. Another special feature is the cattle drive in late summer, in which cows are artfully decorated and the villages celebrate with traditional music and dance. Discover the fascinating Alpine world while hiking with luggage transfer.
The most popular hiking tours in the Austrian Alps
Our tour tips
Carinthian Mountains & Lakes
Panoramic hiking in the sunny south is a perfect way to combine the relaxed lifestyle of Carinthia with an incomparable sense of enjoyment. Discover the refreshing waters and marvel at the breath taking mountain panorama of the Villach Alps.
- Like to know more? Information about the hiking tour Carinthian Mountains & Lakes can be found here.
Alpe Adria Trail
On your Alpe Adria 3-Country Tour you will experience breath taking mountain and natural landscapes, influenced by Austria, Italy and Slovenia. Highlights of your trip include the Triglav National Park and the renowned ski resort of Kjranjska Gora.
- Curious? We have summarised all the information about the Alpe Adria 3-Country Tour for you.
Lechweg-Path
Experience our hiking holiday Lechweg-Path, 10 days and hike from the source in Vorarlberg to the waterfall in Bavaria. The Lechweg measures a total of 125 kilometres bewteen Austria and Germany and offers a wonderful hiking adventure out in the nature. Immerse in an unforgettable active time-out.
- Find out more information about hiking on the Lechweg at a glance.
Salzburg’s Peaks & Kitzbühel Alps
Numerous high altitude hikes and mountain panoramas await you on our hiking holiday Salzburg’s Peaks & Kitzbühel Alps, 8 days. Starting from Maishofen, the route guides you to Maria Alm, Saalfelden/Weißbach, Fieberbrunn, Saalbach-Hinterglemm and finally back to the initial point for your hiking holiday. In six daily stages you will discover the wonderful hiking paths of the region and fully enjoy the scenic views of the highest peaks in Austria.
- This hiking tour is also suitable for hiking with a dog.
Hohe Tauern National Park
High up, between peaks and glaciers, the Hohe Tauern National Park unfolds with the most beautiful Alpine panoramas of the Pinzgau region. On this 8-day hiking tour, you will experience varied daily stages with picturesque alpine pastures, clear mountain lakes and the unspoilt nature of the Alps. Whether you enjoy the tranquillity of the Alps or take on the challenges of the hikes - this national park offers the perfect adventure for every hiking enthusiast.
Useful information about hiking holidays in the Austrian Alps
The highest mountain in the Austrian Alps
At 3,798 meters, the Grossglockner is considered the highest mountain in the Austrian Alps. In the midst of a high alpine landscape, it towers over a multitude of three-thousand-metre peaks and forms the heart of the Hohe Tauern National Park. The Glockner is often called the ‘black mountain’ because pitch-black crystals are supposed to be hidden inside. Forests, slopes and rocky passages: due to its varied terrain, the Grossglockner region is home to numerous animal and plant species which find ideal habitats, not least because of the many breath taking waterfalls and streams.
The climate in the Austrian Alps
Like the landscape, the climate in the Austrian Alps is very diverse. While there are Mediterranean influences on the southern side of the main Alpine ridge and the temperatures are warmer, there is a lot of rain in the foothills of the Alps and in the Bregenz forest. Basically, the mountainous region is characterised by short, cool summers and cold, rainy winters. The average temperature at 1,000 metres in the summer months is between 13 and 15 degrees. In winter the temperature often drops below freezing.
