Austria winter walking and cross-country ski holiday
Prices vary dependent on room choice (triple, double / twin or single room) and season.
This trip is available on request for 7 night stays (Sat-Sat) on arrival dates between 5 December and 3 April.
Description of Austria winter walking and cross-country ski holiday
This winter activity and yoga holiday is hosted at MoaAlm Mountain Retreat, a unique, beautifully designed mountain house, situated high in the Austrian Alps.
MoaAlm offers holidays for a maximum of 14 people. During the snowy season, we provide snowshoe hikes, winter walks and cross-country skiing. For skiers and snowboarders, the GG-Resort offers 37 km of downhill slopes. In the afternoon, the hot tub is ready for a muscle soak. Our holidays are a healthy balance of fresh air, alpine adventure, great plant-based food and time to relax.
SNOWSHOE HIKING:
MoaAlm is located at the foot of Austria's highest mountain and right on the edge of the Hohe Tauern National Park. We offer guided snowshoe hikes to allow you explore this remote and stunning area in winter. We provide all the snowshoe equipment. We will suggest daily routes, depending on weather, preference and your sense of adventure!
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING:
We have access to some great cross-country-skiing terrain directly from our village. No experience is needed, we will provide the equipment and guidance. We have a variety of blue and red routes in the valley and we occasionally venture further afield to try some more challenging red and black routes. It's guaranteed to put a smile on your face!
SKI & SNOWBOARD:
The GG-Resort offers a perfect mixture or wide open slopes and windy forest runs perfect for all levels. No waiting lines for the lifts and the many restaurants serve local specialities at friendly prices. It is possible to ski and snowboard from our house to the ski lift, or we will give you a lift to and from the resort. We can help organise lessons and equipment rental.
YOGA:
Every holiday with us includes five yoga classes in our in-house yoga studio with panoramic mountain views. We believe that yoga is for everyone, no matter what your age or level of fitness and, as such, our classes are prepared with all of our guests in mind. Yoga and winter sports are a great combination for the body and soul!
FOOD:
We are passionate about healthy living and reducing our impact on the environment. Therefore included in your holiday are six three-course evening meals which are entirely plant-based. Every morning we offer a nutritious breakfast. After an active day in the outdoors you can warm up with a cup of tea and enjoy some homemade afternoon cake.
THE AREA:
MoaAlm sits at 1,800 metres, in a secluded mountain setting about 3 km above the village of Kals am Großglockner. In winter, the mountains become a snowy playground for snowshoeing, winter hiking and cross-country skiing. The ski resort is just a 15-minute drive away. Access to MoaAlm is part of the adventure: our road becomes a natural toboggan run down to the valley. Alternatively, we shuttle guests using our snow vehicle.
ACCOMMODATION:
The former guesthouse was converted into a stylish mountain retreat in 2014. All six rooms have an ensuite bathroom and can be furnished with a double bed or two single beds. Solo travelers or families also have the option of sharing a spacious triple room. The fully equipped yoga studio, the sunny terrace with a magnificent view, the cozy living area, sofa corners, a small bar and the long dining table invite you to relax or socialize at any time.
In 2018, MoaAlm Mountain Retreat was featured by The Guardian as one of the world’s best retreats. In 2023, MoaAlm received TripAdvisor’s “Best of the Best” award. Since 2024, MoaAlm has been an official partner of Hohe Tauern National Park.
Price information
Prices vary dependent on room choice (triple, double / twin or single room) and season.
This trip is available on request for 7 night stays (Sat-Sat) on arrival dates between 5 December and 3 April.
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14 Reviews of Austria winter walking and cross-country ski holiday
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026 by Tim Nixon
A fantastic week with like minded caring people. Oh and the food was fabulous, like I was in an episode of Master Chef every night! Read full reviewReviewed on 28 Feb 2026 by Gloria Wong
Excellent in all aspects. This has been my first ever winter sports holiday and i feel like being part of a family. Read full reviewReviewed on 08 Feb 2026 by Gilbert Roberts
I would rate it first class in offering exactly what it aimed to be - a snowy mountain retreat for body and mind, combining moderate activity with a comfortable, sociable, base, amazing food, people, views.. Read full reviewReviewed on 02 Feb 2026 by Caroline Adams
The location is sublime, utter peace and tranquility, surrounded by snow capped mountains, in a beautiful guesthouse. The welcome from Sophie and Tobias and the rest of the team was wonderful, I really felt at home... I loved it and am hoping to go back at some point. I can't recommend it highly enough. Read full reviewReviewed on 17 Jan 2026 by Kate Gooding
Excellent. The team were lovely and the food fantastic! Great to have the combination of yoga and outdoor activities. Read full reviewReviewed on 31 Dec 2024 by Victoria Lamb
As experiences go, it was one of the best I've had. Excellent and clearly communicated itineraries are set out every day which means you don't have to make many decisions (great for anyone mentally exhausted in their day to day lives), and the team are so friendly you'll feel like you've know them forever. Read full reviewReviewed on 18 Dec 2024 by Anna McNally
It was all memorable! Morning yoga with the first rays of morning sunshine spilling into the room, hearty breakfasts with everyone around the table discussing plans for the day, panoramic hikes and skiing in the mountains and beside the snowy river, coming back to delicious homemade cake and coffee late afternoon, hot tub under the moon and stars, surrounded by the mountains, exquisite vegan 3 course evening meal chatting together as good friends. Fantastic holiday! Read full reviewReviewed on 02 Mar 2024 by Sian Sidaway
Amazing - such a great trip and I will come again. Read full reviewReviewed on 25 Feb 2024 by Rachael Chung
Snowshoeing high in the mountains through virgin snow, no one else around, beautiful and hard work rewarded by schnapps and lunch in a cosy Austrian hut at the top. Read full reviewReviewed on 18 Apr 2023 by Hugo Macey
Great views of the mountains, exhilarating, challenging hikes and warm, fun atmosphere. We went down the hill on toboggans on the last day which was a first for me in 50 years! Read full reviewReviewed on 14 Feb 2023 by Daniel Hann
Most memorable was the constantly changing, outstanding view from our bedroom window (and hot tub!). Being further up the mountain, we got away from the mass tourism below. It felt like our own little snow kingdom for one week. Read full reviewReviewed on 14 Feb 2023 by Alison Bromberg
A wonderful opportunity in every way. A privilege to experience such a beautiful location. Read full reviewReviewed on 25 Feb 2023 by Rana Al-Falaki
A great trip - wonderful hosts; really well organised; great guides and instructors that you can trust on the mountains; wonderful yoga instructors; very generous with time, food, help; they want you to be happy! The food was amazing. Equipment provided really good l. Rooms comfortable and cake delicious! Read full reviewReviewed on 27 Dec 2022 by Eva Watkinson
This is honestly one of the best holidays I've been on, massive thanks to the whole team at MoaAlm. Read full reviewResponsible Travel
Planet
MoaAlm Mountain Retreat sits at 1,800 metres above Kals am Großglockner, on the edge of Hohe Tauern National Park. The surrounding mountains shape our everyday lives and inspire the way we welcome guests and run our home. For hosts Sophie and Tobias, caring for this place starts with the choices they make every day.Food is one of them. Our evening three-course dinners and afternoon cakes are entirely vegan. We use seasonal ingredients and organic products where available. Breakfast includes a wide range of plant-based options alongside eggs, cheese and dairy products from Kals and the surrounding area. We prioritise regional suppliers where possible and plan our purchases to help avoid unnecessary food waste and reduce packaging.
We also pay attention to how we use resources. Water comes from the mountain spring above the house, and solar energy helps provide hot water. The house is heated with wood pellets. We use LED lighting, water-saving shower heads and cleaning products certified with the EU Ecolabel. Towels and bed linen are changed on request. Waste is separated, composted or recycled where possible.
The house reflects its local setting. Renovations have included improvements to insulation and windows. High quality, locally produced materials have been used where possible, alongside the skills of local tradespeople.
Since 2024, MoaAlm has been an official partner of Hohe Tauern National Park. This partnership reflects our connection to the surrounding landscape and our approach to running the retreat with consideration for the natural environment.
We know that every business has an impact. For us, caring for the mountains means paying attention to the choices we make, improving where we can and sharing our appreciation for this remarkable place with our guests.
People
MoaAlm is surrounded by mountains and with no neighbours in sight. We love our secluded location, but our connection to the village of Kals am Großglockner is just as important to us. We work with local businesses, use regional products and services where possible, and encourage our guests to discover the people and places that make this area special.Our guests can book activities with local mountain guides, ski instructors and other outdoor specialists. Guests also have opportunities to eat at locally run restaurants and experience the region beyond MoaAlm. Many of our everyday connections are right here in Kals, from the cheese served at breakfast to the firewood used at the house.
Our team is at the heart of MoaAlm. Sophie and Tobias live at the retreat and work alongside the people who make each week possible. We want our team members to feel valued, have fair working conditions and enjoy time in the mountains themselves. Our team consists mainly of women, and we value the confidence and independence that come with working, guiding and spending time outdoors.
At MoaAlm, people often arrive as strangers and leave having shared mountain adventures, meals and conversations. All activities are optional, of course: everyone is welcome to join the group or take time for themselves. We hope that the experiences guests share here—with the mountains, with one another and with the local community—stay with them long after they return home.
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