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Tobogganing

Tobogganing lets us all feel like children again for a few hours. At the end of the Tauern Valley lies the 4 km-long toboggan run. Apart from the toboggan taxi, no vehicles are allowed here. Fun for young and old is guaranteed here. Sledges can, of course, also be hired. The Tauernbad site also features an ice rink and a curling rink, which can also be used as an asphalt curling rink in summer.

Skiing and Ski Touring

A total of 29 tours covering 164 km and 34,734 meters of elevation gain can be completed here, suitable for beginners to advanced ski tourers. The ski touring areas of Ankogel, Häusleralm, Tauerntal, and Dösental are considered snow-reliable and offer excellent powder snow. In spring, the region is known for its perfect firn (corn snow) conditions.

Directly from our campsite, you can start a tour to the Häusleralm. This is an ideal beginner’s tour, with ascent and descent along former ski slopes and through forested terrain. For this reason, the route is largely considered avalanche-safe. The ski touring area at Ankogel is also suitable for beginners and those transitioning from alpine skiing.

With the Ankogel cable car, you can reach high alpine terrain directly and from there undertake more challenging tours to Radeckscharte or to the Kleine or Große Ankogel. The Tauerntal valley is also well known, featuring destinations such as Romatenspitze, Hagener Hütte, and Geiselkopf. Here, tours of all difficulty levels are available, though they should be attempted only by experienced alpine ski mountaineers.

In the Dösental valley, you’ll find lesser-known tours leading to the Arthur-von-Schmidhaus, the Maresen, or the Säuleck. As always, alpine knowledge and experience are essential. Beginners are strongly advised to consult a mountain guide or consider joining a guided tour.

The slopes of Ankogel invite you to enjoy fantastic descents into the valley. The sunny south-facing slope is a popular destination for freeriders, and many have learned to ski at the Köfelelift. The Mölltal Glacier is just around the corner and, with 330 operating days per year, is Carinthia’s only glacier ski resort.

For children, we have recently added a slope with a magic carpet lift directly at the campsite. By train, the ski area in the Gastein Valley can be reached within minutes, with the Stubnerbahn located directly at Bad Gastein station.

Nearby ski areas:

• Ankogelbahn (4.5 km) – direct ski bus from HOCHoben to the valley station
• Mölltal Glacier (23 km) – direct ski bus from HOCHoben to the valley station
• Gastein cable cars – Stubnerkogel (reachable by ski bus and train to Bad Gastein, approx. 11 minutes to the valley station)

HOCH^oben Tip: Since our campsite is also open in winter, we aim to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Our main building features a drying room for wet clothing as well as ski and cross-country boots.

Ankogel

The traditional alpine ski mountain Ankogel has developed into a popular freeride insider tip—and for good reason. Sparkling powder slopes high above the “pearl of the national park,” the mountaineering village of Mallnitz, await you. Carinthia’s longest and most snow-reliable descent, extra-wide powder slopes, diverse freeride terrain, and new, charming programs make this area truly special, surrounded by the magnificent nature of the national park.

Mölltal Glacier

The glacier express and the Eisseebahn comfortably take you up to the Eissee panoramic restaurant, located in the heart of Carinthia’s only glacier ski area. Whether enjoying food and drinks on the sunny terrace or taking the chairlift up to the summit (3,122 m), the Mölltal Glacier is always a highlight of any holiday.

HOCHoben Tip: Summer skiing at the Mölltal Glacier – depending on snow and weather conditions, up to 3 slopes remain open for skiing!

Cross-Country Skiing

Cross-country skiing is probably the most elegant way to experience the Hohe Tauern National Park in winter around Mallnitz. The cross-country trails in our Alpine Pearls village are certified with the Carinthian Cross-Country Trail Quality Seal, making them among the very best.

They lead through the stunning winter landscapes of the Seebach Valley and Tauerntal Valley. From beginners to experienced “trail experts,” every cross-country enthusiast will find the right tracks on over 50 kilometers of trails (25 km classic and 25 km skating).

Cross-country trails with direct access just minutes from HOCHoben

• Sonnenloipe Rabisch – easy / 3.4 km / 20 meters elevation / skating & classic

• Tauerntal trail (small) – easy / 5.1 km / 60 meters elevation / skating & classic

• Seebachtal trail – easy / 5.3 km / 20 meters elevation / skating & classic

• Tauerntal trail (large) – intermediate / 7.8 km / 110 meters elevation / skating & classic

• Seebachtal connecting trail – intermediate / 3.4 km / 100 meters elevation / skating & classic

Cross-country trails in the surrounding area

• High-altitude trail at Mölltal Glacier – 3 km

• Trails along the Möll River (Obervellach to Stall – depending on snow conditions) – 20 km

• Glockner trail – Heiligenblut – 4.5 km

• Sonnenloipe – Heiligenblut – 3.2 km

• Trail along the Drau River (Berg im Drautal to Greifenburg – only with good snow conditions) – 20 km

Snowshoeing and Winter Hiking

Winter sports don’t always have to mean stress, hustle, and adrenaline rushes. While others take ski lifts up the mountains or carve daring freeride routes down into the valley, you can set off on a winter hike and enjoy peace and romance in a deeply snow-covered landscape.

Whether on snowshoes or winter hiking trails, you’ll immerse yourself in nature and follow the tracks of wildlife.

With or without snowshoes—on cleared winter hiking and walking paths through a beautiful natural landscape—you can easily reach cozy alpine huts at any time, even without special equipment. However, once you put on snowshoes, the experience becomes even more exciting. You can venture deeper into the breathtaking winter scenery of the Hohe Tauern.

Join a ranger and follow them to see ibex or observe red deer feeding—an unforgettable experience you will certainly never forget.

In Mallnitz, wonderful tours await you. The winter hiking trail into the Seebach Valley, for example, is easy to walk (approx. 3 hours). The winter hiking trail into the Tauerntal Valley is also highly recommended; at 6.1 km, it is slightly shorter but just as exciting.

More information can be found at: regio.outdooractive.com

BIOS Mallnitz – The Visitor Center

The BIOS Mallnitz Visitor Center is the perfect starting point to explore the Hohe Tauern National Park and discover its diverse fauna and flora. In the ranger labs and out in nature, children can research, experiment, and learn through hands-on activities. Guided excursions into the park turn what they’ve learned into real experiences — making it an adventure for the whole family.

Open from April to mid-October.

As Carinthia’s first educational institution, the Mallnitz Visitor Center has been certified with the “Austrian Ecolabel for Educational Institutions” since 2012.

Opening period: April to mid-October

For more information, visit: bios-mallnitz.at

Art and Culture

Classical Music Festivals in Hohe Tauern National Park

The music festivals in Hohe Tauern National Park offer wonderful concerts featuring classical music performed by internationally renowned artists. Enjoy culture set against the breathtaking mountain scenery of the national park!

Events take place throughout the entire year. Orchestral concerts and top-class performers are part of the diverse “Pro Musica” program. These festivals beautifully demonstrate how well nature and culture complement each other.

For more information, visit: promusica-mallnitz.at

Mobility

Flexibility and ease of movement are among the most important factors for enjoying a holiday. As a member of Alpine Pearls, we are happy to pass this flexibility on to our visitors.

At HOCHoben, it is possible to arrive without a car, or to leave your vehicle on-site. At the same time, you can easily reach your desired excursion destinations in the surrounding area. Even the village center can be reached within just a few minutes on foot.

With the purchase of the Mobility Pass, you can enjoy many additional benefits during winter in Mallnitz.

HOCHoben Tip: Use the free hiking and ski bus
The hiking bus in summer and the ski bus in winter are available to our guests free of charge.

In addition, it is possible to rent an electric car locally by reservation and for a fee. At Sports Wolliger, various e-bikes and mountain bikes can also be rented. There are plenty of charging stations available for e-bikes and e-cars.

HOCHoben E-Scooter: Available for rent!

Range: The range varies depending on riding style and acceleration. The maximum speed is limited to 25 km/h. With a full battery and on flat terrain, a range of approximately 50 km can be expected. The e-scooter is equipped with a display to monitor the remaining range.

Price: €28 per day

Water and Swimming

Water is perhaps the greatest treasure of the national park region. Tranquil lakes invite you to relax, while roaring waterfalls awaken a sense of adventure. Let your soul unwind at Stappitzer See while children enjoy themselves in the recreational area. Enjoy peaceful moments fishing on the Möll River, or discover the more thrilling sides of water through rafting or canyoning. Even professionals get their money’s worth at the Mölltal Whitewater Arena.

You can experience the raw power of water up close in the three nearby gorges:

• Rabisch Gorge (no entrance fee)

• Groppenstein Gorge (free with the Carinthia Card)

• Raggaschlucht Gorge (free with the Carinthia Card)

HOCHoben Tip: Visit the Tauernbad Mallnitz with its new sauna area
In winter, guests can use the indoor pool and sauna free of charge (note: children are only allowed in the sauna area from age 12). In summer, access to the indoor pool is included with the Carinthia Card (sauna not included).
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HOCHoben Tip: Travel by train to Gastein in just a few minutes
With the Railjet or the Tauernschleuse Mallnitz–Böckstein (by car), you can reach the Gastein Valley in just a few minutes and visit either the Alpentherme or the Felsentherme.

If you plan a visit to the Felsentherme, we are pleased to offer discounted admission as a partner establishment. Vouchers are available at the reception.

Mountain Biking

Several mountain bike trails with varying levels of difficulty start directly in Mallnitz. In the village center, you will also find a bike rental shop where you can hire bikes for day tours. If you prefer a more relaxed approach, you can rent e-bikes here as well, and their batteries can be charged directly on-site at our facility.

For all HOCHoben guests, it is possible to rent a mountain bike free of charge for one day.

Recommended tours:

• Stappitz Valley Loop (easy) – 9.3 km; 120 meters elevation gain

• Tauerntal Loop (easy) – 7.7 km; 103 meters elevation gain

• Jamnigalm Loop (difficult) – 9.0 km; 460 meters elevation gain

• Wolligerhütte Loop (medium) – 12.6 km; 433 meters elevation gain

• Middle and Lower Möll Valley Loop (difficult) – 82.7 km; 1287 meters elevation gain

• Mallnitz Stranighütte (difficult) – 11.5 km; 671 meters elevation gain

• 3 Valleys Mountain Bike Tour Mallnitz – 52.8 km; 1841 meters elevation gain

• Access Säuleck to Konradhütte – 6.1 km; 453 meters elevation gain

HOCHoben Tip: Enjoy leisurely cycling along the Glockner Radweg following the Möll River, or the Alpe-Adria Cycle Path from Salzburg to Grado. With the Tauern Railway Shuttle, you can quickly and easily head towards Salzburg.

Mountainbike-Tourenplaner

HOCHoben-Tipp: Bikeverleih wolligger-sports.com

For more detailed information about the individual tours, please contact the reception.

Hiking and Mountaineering

Setting out into the mountains with a backpack is one of the best things you can do for both body and mind. Easy valley walks are just as possible in Mallnitz as challenging tours in the higher alpine regions. The village itself lies in the Mallnitz high valley, open to the south at an elevation of 1,200 meters, surrounded by eight peaks over 3,000 meters and more than 20 additional summits just below 3,000 meters.

In addition to around 150 km of hiking trails across three different altitude levels, the Hohe Tauern region offers over 100 three-thousand-meter peaks just waiting to be climbed. Beginners can take their first steps with certified mountain guides, while experienced climbers will also find demanding routes to the summits.

HOCHoben Tip: A hike to Stappitzer See and Schwussnerhütte – ideal for children

Take the hiking bus directly to the Ankogel valley station. From there, you have the perfect starting point for a hike into the Seebach Valley. At the beginning, you’ll find a beautiful recreational area with a spacious playground and barbecue spots right by the Seebach stream — your children will love it.

The trail continues to Stappitzer See, a natural gem used by many migratory birds as a stopover, making it ideal for birdwatching. The Mallnitz educational trail begins here and leads through shaded forest all the way to Schwussnerhütte, where you can stop for refreshments before heading back toward HOCHoben.

A special recommendation is also the wildlife tour “Tracking the Red Deer.” The hiking bus takes you to Schwussnerhütte, where the tour begins together with a national park ranger. You will be guided through breathtaking landscapes featuring ancient mountain forests, bearded vultures, and the largest chamois population in the entire national park.

HOCHoben Tip: Explore the gorge hiking trail

From Hengstenbergweg, the Rabisch Gorge can be reached on foot in about 30 minutes. The trail passes impressive waterfalls on the way to Groppenstein Gorge, which continues toward Obervellach. This is a particularly popular experience on hot days. Entry to Groppenstein Gorge is included with the Carinthia Card. For those who want more gorge hiking, Raggaschlucht is also highly recommended (also included with the Carinthia Card).

HOCHoben Tip: Explore the valley circular trail

Starting directly from HOCHoben via Hengstenbergweg, unforgettable tours can be undertaken. The Mallnitz valley circular trail leads with minimal elevation gain in a loop through the three side valleys of Mallnitz: Tauern Valley, Seebach Valley, and Dösen Valley. This route is ideal for an initial exploration of the Mallnitz surroundings.

HOCHoben Tip: Use the hiking bus in Mallnitz

Guests of Alpine Pearls member accommodations can use it free of charge, ensuring the flexibility needed to reach the starting points of numerous hiking tours. More information is available at the reception.

Tour planner:

Tourenplaner für Trekkingtouren und Bergsteigen in den Hohen Tauern

In winter, guided snowshoe hikes take place weekly, which you can join free of charge as our guest.

Art and Culture

Classical Music Festivals in Hohe Tauern National Park

The music festivals in Hohe Tauern National Park offer wonderful concerts featuring classical music performed by internationally renowned artists. Enjoy culture set against the breathtaking mountain scenery of the national park!

Events take place throughout the entire year. Orchestral concerts and top-class performers are part of the diverse “Pro Musica” program. These festivals beautifully demonstrate how well nature and culture complement each other.

For more information, visit:promusica-mallnitz.at

Tauernlama

Hiking is often associated with reaching the summit, following the motto “faster, further, higher.” However, it doesn’t always have to be trail running or high alpine mountaineering. How about a relaxed hike with the Tauern llamas?

A llama would never think of breaking records. These animals are not interested in getting to the destination quickly or standing on the highest peak. Llamas enjoy a calm, relaxed pace and have neither urgent appointments nor a fixed schedule. So anyone who wants to go on a hike with llamas should bring patience and time.

A lush green alpine meadow or a beautiful view can easily lead to a longer break! But be careful: the calm nature of the animals is contagious ;-) Just switch off, relax, and let the animals guide you. Stress and haste are not welcome here. Llamas are very sensitive and can sense the mood of their companions. Sudden movements and loud noises can easily startle them — so anyone who wants to build a friendship with llamas must first earn their trust. Isn’t that a wonderful lesson for all of us?

Llama hikes are suitable for the whole family. Whether it’s an evening village walk or a longer tour into the Tauerntal, hiking with llamas is especially fun for children. Llama hikes are also available for birthdays, as well as club and school excursions.

The Tauern llamas are looking forward to welcoming you!

For more information, visit: www.tauernlama.at

BIOS Mallnitz – The Visitor Center

The BIOS Mallnitz Visitor Center is the perfect starting point to explore the Hohe Tauern National Park and discover its diverse fauna and flora. In the ranger labs and out in nature, children can research, experiment, and learn through hands-on activities. Guided excursions into the park turn what they’ve learned into real experiences — making it an adventure for the whole family.

Open from April to mid-October.

As Carinthia’s first educational institution, the Mallnitz Visitor Center has been certified with the “Austrian Ecolabel for Educational Institutions” since 2012.

Opening period: April to mid-October

For more information, visit: bios-mallnitz.at

Carinthia Card

You can purchase your Kärnten Card directly with us! With it, you hold the key to experiences, fun, and many benefits. The Kärnten Card grants you free daily access to over 100 excursion destinations in Carinthia. In addition, you receive great discounts with more than 60 bonus partners.

You can find all excursion destinations and further information at: kaerntencard.at

Canyoning and Rafting

The fascination of canyoning lies in the combination of water and rock in untouched nature and hard-to-reach gorges. Equipped with special neoprene suits, a climbing harness, and a rope, you follow the water that has carved its way deep into the rocks of the Hohe Tauern National Park in Carinthia over centuries. Along the way, you will master jumps into crystal-clear pools, slide and swim through eroded rock channels, and perform abseiling maneuvers over breathtaking waterfalls.

Team spirit, physical effort, trust in yourself and others, and simply enjoying nature are some of the qualities that make this sport a highlight of the year for many people.

Participation is open to anyone who is sure-footed, enjoys water, and is not afraid to jump into a pool of water.

Prefer to tackle the Möll or Isel rivers in a rafting boat? No problem! There are suitable and, above all, safe options for every level and age group.

For more information, visit: cam.at or abenteuerwasser.at