Winter holiday in a self-catering hut
If there were a rooster, he would hear his first cockcrow now. It’s just before dawn and the horizon is already turning shades of purple to orange. We slip out of the thick down duvets, make a cup of coffee and dress warmly, because a spectacular sunrise awaits us outside the hut door. Last night’s snowfall has laid an immaculate white blanket over our tracks outside the door, but no more flakes are falling now. It’s turning into a glorious, cloudless day and as the sun slowly moves over the horizon, we imagine all the things we could do – a snowshoe hike to the summit, a toboggan ride down into the valley, building a snowman or just sitting on the hut bench, reading and letting the sun shine on our noses. Clocks are ticking a little differently up here and the daily routine is tranquil. Or maybe we just make ourselves a good breakfast with the regional products we bought in the valley and then curl up under the thick down duvet again…
A hut holiday in harmony with nature is relaxing and decelerating. If you like, you can seek solitude in a self-catering hut, perhaps without Wi-Fi and TV. Instead, you get a self-determined daily routine, silence, nature and lots of views. If you are longing for seclusion and the simple life and would like to look over the shoulders of the mountain hut keepers as they lead their lives, a holiday on a farmed mountain pasture is the perfect choice. If you don’t want to do without comfort and a little luxury, book yourself into one of the hut villages.
Winter holiday in a managed hut
A particularly authentic experience is a holiday in one of the managed mountain huts in SalzburgerLand. The hut hosts are up early in the morning to check on the cattle or prepare for the day. A good opportunity to watch the dairymen at work after a spectacular sunrise, or even to roll up your sleeves and lend a hand. This holiday is also ideal for families, as children get to experience the simple but fulfilling life in the mountains up close. And a night in the hay is an unforgettable experience for young and old adventurers alike. During a cosy chat with the hut keepers, the one or other anecdote from the alpine summer is told and you get the most valuable tips for hikes with great views or promising mushroom spots around the hut.
Winter holiday in one of the hut villages and chalets
Bergdorf Priesteregg, 1,100m. Leogang
11 single-storey and 5 ground-floor chalets lie on a high plateau just above Leogang, offering up an impressive view of the Leogang massif, Steinernes Meer and Hochkönig region. All huts are lovingly furnished with natural materials including antique wood, pine, natural stone and hand-woven country linens. The real centrepiece of the hut is without doubt the traditional country kitchen with a comfy corner bench. Hours of relaxation in the winter wonderland of Leogang are guaranteed by a cozy corner next to an open fire, a wellness tub, a private sauna hut and a romantic chiminea on the terrace. Delicious Pinzgau specialties are served either in your chalet or at the nearby guesthouse.
Sonnberg 22
A-5771 Leogang
Tel.: +43 6583 825520
bergdorf@priesteregg.at
www.priesteregg.at
Naturdorf Oberkühnreit, 1,000m. Neukirchen
The Naturdorf, with its 9 huts, stands on a sunny mountain ridge of the Wildkogel, right next to the ski slopes. The chalets are for 2-8 people, built of wood and decorated with organic furniture. The fully equipped kitchen, living room, 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms give you all the comfort and room you need. The south-facing balcony and terrace outside your cabin promise pleasant hours and fresh air in complete privacy. The Feriendorf has its own swimming pond and sauna, as well as a playground for the kids. Breakfast roll delivery and catering in your cabin are also available on request.
Marktberg 143
5741 Neukirchen
Tel.: +43 6565 21491
Mobil: +43 664 1045615
info@naturdorf.at
www.naturdorf-neukirchen.at
Hüttendorf Schlögelberger, 1,300m. St. Margarethen
Located above St. Margarethen in the Lungau region, the Hüttendorf is right next to Alpengasthof Schlögelberger. The Hüttendorf is right next to the ski slope and consists of 4 log cabins, accommodating a maximum of 8 people per hut. The huts can also be rented out with breakfast and half board.
Schlögelbergweg 4
5581 St. Margarethen im Lungau
Tel.: +43 6476 313
urlaub@almdorf-lungau.at
www.almdorf-lungau.at
Hüttendorf Maria Alm
These 21 huts and chalets, each with their own unique charm, lie in Hintermoos-Maria Alm region in the midst of the Steinernes Meer and Dientener Grasberge mountains, right next to the ski slopes. A five-minute car drive takes you to the village, where you’ll find a small bar that is open only to residents of the mountain village. Breakfast rolls and catering is available on request. Weddings and company events can be organised through the mountain village’s own events agency.
Bachwinkl 27
5761 Maria Alm
Tel.: +43 6584 23606
kontakt@huettendorf.com
www.huettendorf.com
Feriendorf Holzleb’n, 900m. Grossarl
The mountain village, with its 8 wooden chalets and seven holiday flats, is to be found nestled in the heart of Grossarltal. The comfortable chalets, each with their own sauna and relaxation room, are set out like a village so you can sit comfortably in front of your own chalet and watch your kids playing. The holiday flats and the conjoined wellness area are in the main house. You can treat yourself on your holiday by booking all sorts of optional extras.
Unterberg 18
5611 Großarl
feriendorf@holzlebn.at
www.holzlebn.at
Feriendorf Oberreit, 920m. Bruck an der Großglocknerstraße
The 4 wood cabins are located in the heart of the Hohe Tauern National Park region, enjoying views of the Salzach Valley. In the central building you will find recreation rooms with table tennis, pool, table soccer, darts, wellness facilities with saunas, a relaxation room and much more. In winter, we are close to the exceptional ski slopes of Zell am See Kaprun. The holiday complex has been awarded 4 stars – the highest possible accolade for accommodation of this sort.
Reit 9
5671 Bruck an der Großglocknerstraße
Tel.: +43 664 1528798
ferienhof@oberreit.at
www.oberreit.at
Zur Sonnleit’n, 850m. Abtenau
Situated on the grounds of the traditional and culinary farm Zur Sonnleit’n, the holiday village is approximately 1.5km away from Abtenau town centre. There are 4 huts, each accommodating 4 or 5 people. Crockery, bed linen and handtowels are all provided. There is electricity and warm water in the huts as well as a stove. Heating is fuelled by wood, which is also provided. The farmhouse, farm shop, a bakery and a cheese dairy sell natural produce from Zur Sonnleit’n and other farms in the region.
Schratten 5
5441 Abtenau
Tel.: +43 664 3079223
info@sonnleitn-abtenau.at
www.sonnleitn-abtenau.at
Stallerhütten, 1,000m. Maria Alm
The Stallergut, with its 4 rustic wooden huts, is located in the Aberg hiking/ski area in Hintermoos, above the valley terminal of the Schwarzeckalm lift, which runs in summer and winter. There are fantastic views of the Steinernes Meer and Hochkönig mountains.
Bachwinkl 2-3
5761 Maria Alm
Tel.: +43 6584 2040
info@stallergut.com
www.stallergut.com
Tauernchalets, 930m. Grossarl
The idyllic Alpine village is located in a very sunny area on a slight incline in close proximity (about 100m) to the Grossarl/Dorfgastein ski resort. Each chalet houses 6-10 people and is luxuriously furnished with a rustic theme. Each hut has a tiled stove, barbeque area, sun terrace, kitchen/kitchenette, microwave, dishwasher, Bathroom/toilet, shower/toilet, hair dryer, washing machine, satellite/cable tv, wireless LAN, balcony/terrace and telephone. You can have your breakfast delivered to you on request.
Unterberg 171
5611 Großarl
Tel.: +43 680 3167998
info@tauernchalets.com
www.tauernchalets.com
Almdorf Flachau, 950m. Flachau
Almdorf Flachau, with its 5 huts, is located about 100m from the Achter Jet lift station directly on the piste, with glorious views of Flachau and the surrounding mountains. The ski region boasts its own ski slope, floodlit toboggan run, cross-country skiing trails. You’ll have a 10-15 minute walk into the town centre with its many leisure opportunities, restaurants, après-ski bars and much more.
Grießenkarweg 359
5542 Flachau
Tel.: +43 6457 32489
Mobil:
info@almdorf-flachau.at
www.almdorf-flachau.at
Steinalmdorf, 860m. Leogang
The 7 huts lie on an area of about 150,000m² on Leogang’s sunniest hills. A dream-like view over the Leogang mountain range with its 2,634 m-high Birnhorn awaits guests. The huts are made from natural stone, the facades from baked and brushed spruce wood and the roofs from larch shingles. The simplicity and elegance of the interior and furnishings create up a wonderfully atmosphere. Enjoy a fresh Salzburg bio breakfast in your hut every day, which contains many delicacies from the region.
Rain 9
5771 Leogang
Tel.: +43 6583 8275
info@puradies.com
www.puradies.com
Chaletdorf Prechtlgut, Wagrain
Eight new luxury-class chalets are ready for guests in the Chalet Village of Prechtlgut in Wagrain. Under the motto “Bygone living but with modern luxuries”, the interiors of these charming chalets are characterised by antique wood and natural stone, Swiss Pine and Loden. Each chalet is equipped with an exclusive feel-good factor provided by the steam sauna with infra-red cabin, rainforest shower and quiet room, and wellness bath along with an outdoor bath on the terrace.
Hofmark 1
5602 Wagrain
Tel.: +43 676 7301 911
info@prechtlgut.at
www.prechtlgut.at
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