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Wonderful alpine scenery, striking mountain peaks in the background - Hotel Ortnerhof
 

Active summer holiday in East Tyrol: mountain biking, climbing & co.

How I love the mountains!

Experience the incomparable beauty of the mountain world of East Tyrol and enjoy pristine nature in the Nationalpark Hohe Tauern. Enjoy the mountains with all your senses: the breathtaking panorama, the pleasant peace, the wonderful feeling of freedom and being focused on the here and now.

The Ortnerhof is your base camp for mountain adventures far removed from everyday life in one of Austria’s most beautiful regions. Discover the variety of every season.

Summer holidays in East Tyrol

Whether you are a leisure hiker, horse rider, mountain biker, scrambler or summiteer, everyone can experience moments of summer happiness here. Nestled between the Großglockner (3,798 m) and Großvenediger (3,657 m), the Nationalpark Hohe Tauern region offers you plenty of space to discover, experience and enjoy.

Two cyclists on a forest path in the mountains - Hotel Ortnerhof

Mountain holiday in the best location:

  • Experience and enjoy nature in the middle of the Nationalpark Hohe Tauern region.
  • Free hiking bus with a stop in front of the hotel.
  • Three minutes walk to the riding stables.
  • Hiking trails, biking, running and walking routes start from the doorstep.
    (We’ll be happy to give you insider tips on site.)
  • In-house e-bike rental.
  • Official national park partner company – a guided ranger hike is free.
A group on horseback in the mountains of East Tyrol - Hotel Ortnerhof

Riding

Into the stirrups, ready, go. Off to the mountains on horseback. Our guided rides through the Virgental are both legendary and unique in Austria.

Two e-bikers on a forest path - Hotel Ortnerhof

Mountain biking

Leisurely to the end of the valley or with the flow towards the summits. Many tours of varying degrees of difficulty start directly at the hotel. Relaxed, casual cycling with our full-suspension hire e-bikes.

Four hikers on their way to the summit, snow-capped mountains in the background - Hotel Ortnerhof

Hiking

Alpine hikes, hut tours, long-distance hikes, trails and guided ranger tours. When it comes to hiking, mountain lovers know that East Tyrol is the perfect place for them. Enjoyment and active relaxation await you in the largest national park in Central Europe.

Two hikers on the summit of the Seewandspitze wish each other all the best - Hotel Ortnerhof

Mountaineering & climbing

266 three-thousanders rise towards the sky in East Tyrol. Away from the Großglockner and Großvenediger, there are times when you have hiking trails and peaks almost to yourself. Climbing gardens, via ferratas and climbing parks await you for adventures on the rocks.

Two women and a man on a mountain run - Hotel Ortnerhof

Running & Nordic walking

Feel the nature with every step. From easy and medium routes through the valley to varied trails along forest and meadow paths starting and finishing at the Ortnerhof.

Group rafting on the Isel river - Hotel Ortnerhof

Water sports

Fun and action on the Isel. The wild river is perfect for kayaking, canoeing and rafting adventures.

A young gentleman playing golf on the green - Hotel Ortnerhof

Go for golf

Diverse golf experiences with majestic panoramas on 3 courses within 50 km: Defereggental Golf Park, Golfclub Dolomitengolf and Golfclub Nationalpark Hohe Tauern in Mittersill.

Find your mountain tours and excursion destinations on the interactive map of East Tyrol.

Hikers at sunset - Hotel Ortnerhof
Fantastic views and the most beautiful places to disconnect.

Autumn holidays in East Tyrol

Majestic long-distance views, a natural explosion of colour and culinary highlights. Autumn is the most fascinating time of year to experience and enjoy the mountains of East Tyrol in all their glory.
Pleasant temperatures, the fresh and clear mountain air plus the breathtaking panorama lure you outside for hiking, biking, horse riding or photography. The silence of the mountain valleys is guaranteed to help you to quickly relax.