Austria snow shoeing holiday
“A week long, small group tour, snow shoeing in a small mountain community in the Eastern Tyrol. Chilled and charming, if you love hiking in summer this is the dreamiest introduction to the mountains in winter. ”
Highlights
East Tirol | Guided snowshoeing | Guided winter walking | Yoga studio with mountain views | Kals am Grossglockner | Hohe Tauern National Park | Mount Grossglockner | Schφnleitenspitze | Typical mountain chalet accommodationDescription of Austria snow shoeing holiday
In January 2018 MoaAlm Mountain Retreat was featured by The Guardian as one of the best retreats in the world for mind, body and spirit breaks.This week long Austria snow shoeing holiday is a small group tour, fully guided, available between December and April. Ours is a family run business, and we host guests in our lovingly restored mountain farmhouse and chalet in Kals am Grossglockner in the East Tirol. From here, we have views out across the Hohe Tauern National Park, home to Grossglockner, Austrias highest peak. We are very proud of our little spot in this Tyrolean region, where we are surrounded by peaks over 3000m.
Snowshoeing isnt about conquering peaks of course, but about enjoying winter sports in a low impact way, and it fits in very much with our ethos which is all about relaxingly active holidays, slow travel and slow food. Enjoying landscapes and culture as much as challenging yourself physically. We include some yoga every day on this trip, so that you can wake up with the most stunning mountain views to inspire you to get out there on the hills.
We propose the itinerary below for this week of snowshoeing, but we believe in adapting our adventures according to the interests and needs of our small group. And also to the weather conditions, of course.
We can sleep 12-18 guests, in ensuite rooms all with mountain views. Our terrace is also a favourite place to hang out and breathe in that mountain air with a cold beer or a hot chocolate. You also wont go hungry, as we pride ourselves on healthy organic food, using locally sourced produce from our own small farming community, whenever possible.
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Date
Price per adult
Basis
Status
07 Dec 2019
1200
excluding flights
Available
14 Dec 2019
1200
excluding flights
Available
21 Dec 2019
1500
excluding flights
Available
28 Dec 2019
1500
excluding flights
4 spaces left
04 Jan 2020
1320
excluding flights
Available
11 Jan 2020
1320
excluding flights
Available
18 Jan 2020
1320
excluding flights
Available
25 Jan 2020
1320
excluding flights
Available
01 Feb 2020
1320
excluding flights
Available
08 Feb 2020
1500
excluding flights
Available
15 Feb 2020
1500
excluding flights
Available
22 Feb 2020
1500
excluding flights
Available
29 Feb 2020
1320
excluding flights
Available
07 Mar 2020
1500
excluding flights
Available
14 Mar 2020
1500
excluding flights
Available
21 Mar 2020
1320
excluding flights
Available
28 Mar 2020
1200
excluding flights
Available
04 Apr 2020
1200
excluding flights
Available
No Snow?
Our holidays are all about looking at the options of exploring the mountains daily to best suit the weather conditions. We have a indoor yoga space for morning classes and everyday we offer an alternative to piste skiing. We offer daily snowshoe hiking or winter hikes, dependent on conditions. We also offer cross country skiing, which is weather permitting and not reliant on snow making facilities.
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Environment
MoaAlm is situated at 1800m, it is 2km up the mountain from the settlement of Taurer. MoaAlm is only accessible with our own vehicle or by foot/snowshoe or ski. We will provide pick up and drop off on arrival/departure to your vehicle or your airport transfer in Lienz. Daily transport will involve a combination of snowshoe, ski and toboggan - far more suited to our goal of enjoying and preserving the natural beauty of the Hohe Tauern National Park.Some days may involve carrying a picnic on a hike or ski touring trip - guests will be actively involved in carrying out waste. Our water is supplied directly from a mountain spring and our heating system is a brand new 'eco' pellet burning system. The P4 pellet system has won many international quality awards in EU and USA, the most prestigious of all are the Blue Angel and the Austrian Ecolabel. Even in winter our south facing position can also provide supplementary energy from our solar bank.
Given our surroundings, we are very conscious of the need to preserve natural beauty and heat as efficiently, and sustainably, as possible. Even in winter our south facing position can also provide supplementary energy from our solar bank.
Community
Guests will eat out for lunch on occasion and one evening at local recommended restaurants.The area also has an excellent ski school and advanced mountain guiding network of instructors that guests may choose to take advantage of. All fresh food and drink and will be sourced locally where possible.
We will be employing a team of 4 full time staff who will receive a generous package of accommodation, food, ski pass and salary. Opportunities will be also be available through our staff incentive scheme to participate in training courses annually. This scheme is in place to encourage staff to make this a rewarding full time lifestyle choice that can be sustainable rather than just a seasonal short term option.
Local tradesmen have been involved in the renovation of MoaAlm and we have pleased to find a number of high quality, locally produced materials to use in the refurbishment. These tradesmen are highly skilled particularly in mediums of wood, stone and locally produced felt.
4 Reviews of Austria snow shoeing holiday
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2019 by Neslihan Tozge
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Highly professional team who are very friendly. The food, owners and Zora, the dog
2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
It is a very relaxing place and get the most out of it.
3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes
4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Very Good and i already recommended to several friends.
Read the operator's response here:
Hi Neslihan!! Thanks so much for leaving us a review... we are delighted that you enjoyed your holiday so much and hope you will return to MoaAlm in the future to enjoy more of what the Austrian Alps have to offer you! Very best wishes, Chesca - on behalf of us all at MoaAlm.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2019 by Emma Pettit
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
To be part of a caring team which gave me the feeling of belonging to a family.
2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Be prepared, bring the right clothes and be open minded. Take part in everything.
3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes, alone the vegan diet, shows that. The meals were delicious.
4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
For me, it was a wonderful experience.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2018 by Ana Tetley
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Where to start...the setting of Moaalm itself is quite something; the landscape around it, and especially the snow-shoeing near the foot of Grossglockner in
the heart of the Austrian Alps!
2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Don't be afraid to have a go at all the activities on offer; the team are experts in what they do - from yoga to winter pursuits and importantly, they are understanding and accommodating to all needs. Their warmth and enthusiasm are contagious!
3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
They have an organic produce delivery set up; the amazing hot tub is wood-fire; most of the activities are on foot; and there is a weekly 'rodeling night' when
locals and tourists can gather for a drink, enjoy an easy meal, and rodel down Moaalm's private, hilly 3km road with a headtorch!
4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Absolutely outstanding.
Reviewed on 08 Mar 2017 by Peter Young
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
The stunning location and wonderful hospitality.
2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes
4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
An excellent and very enjoyable holiday. We were very well looked after by Xania, Craig, Barbara and Hubert.
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