Summer retreat and mountain adventure in the heart of the Hohe Tauern National Park
In summer, the cool mountain air and the gentle Tauern wind guarantee relaxing days – summer freshness like in the old days. Hikers enjoy valley and high-altitude hikes on over 200 km of well-maintained Alpine Club trails, discover the Seebachtal with Lake Stappitz, the waterfalls and the Schwußner Hütte, explore the area by mountain bike or simply enjoy peace and nature.

Summer Freshness in the Mountaineering Village of Mallnitz in Carinthia: a Perfect Holiday Destination
Are you looking for a place to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature? Then the picturesque mountaineering village of Mallnitz in Carinthia, a village in the Austrian Alps, is the place for you. Known for its pristine surroundings in the Hohe Tauern National Park, the refreshing climate and the numerous opportunities for outdoor leisure activities, Mallnitz is a perfect destination for summer vacations with a summer retreat guarantee. Why should a summer retreat in the mountaineering village of Mallnitz in Carinthia be on your travel list?
Why is Mallnitz ideal for a summer retreat?
A calm atmosphere
If you are looking for a place to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and relax in the midst of nature, then Mallnitz in the Hohe Tauern National Park in Carinthia is the perfect destination for you. The mountaineering village is a paradise for hikers and mountaineers and offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities.
Mallnitz is a picturesque mountaineering village in Carinthia and lies in the middle of the Hohe Tauern mountains. The region is known for its breathtaking scenery, clean air (high-altitude climatic health resort) and clear waters. Here you can find out why Mallnitz is the ideal place for so many people to spend their summer vacation.
The journey to Mallnitz
Mallnitz is easy to reach by car or train. You can find detailed information on our arrival page. If you are traveling by car, take the A10 to the Spittal/Millstätter See exit. From there, follow the signs to Mallnitz. Alternatively, you can also take the train, the Tauernschleuse leads directly to Mallnitz.
The mountaineering village of Mallnitz
Mallnitz is a mountaineering village of the Alpine Club with a picturesque backdrop. The village has a long tradition of mountaineering and offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, mountaineering and mountain biking. There are also via ferratas and climbing gardens in the region.
History of Mallnitz
Mallnitz has a long history as a mountaineering village and is considered the cradle of alpinism. As early as the 1920s, the first mountaineers from German Alpine clubs came to the region. In the following decades, mountaineering became increasingly popular.
Village life
Village life in Mallnitz is characterized by nature and outdoor activities. The locals are close to nature and live in harmony with the environment. There are small restaurants and cafés that offer local specialties in a cosy atmosphere.
Activities in Mallnitz
Mallnitz is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts and offers numerous activities for every taste.
Hiking and mountaineering
Mallnitz in the Hohe Tauern National Park is known for its numerous hiking opportunities. Whether beginner or experienced mountaineer, everyone finds the right hiking trail here. One of the most famous destinations is the Ankogel group with the Ankogel itself. Once you’ve conquered all the peaks around Mallnitz, the Mölltal or the Reißeck area offer varied hiking routes.
Pro Musica Mallnitz – Music Festival in the Hohe Tauern National Park
During the Mallnitz Music Summer, the peaks glow in the evening sun and the surrounding mountain world provides the appropriate backdrop. Organized by Pro Musica Mallnitz, the concerts have been bringing classical music of the highest quality to the heart of the Hohe Tauern National Park for decades. In the special atmosphere of the Mallnitz parish church, music lovers experience unique concerts with renowned artists – a cultural highlight that perfectly combines nature and culture in harmony.

From Graz directly to the Hohe Tauern National Park
With the new Koralm Railway, Mallnitz is moving closer to Graz: travel comfortably by train to Mallnitz-Obervellach, arrive relaxed in the Hohe Tauern National Park and, if desired, take the free station shuttle to Apartments Hohenberger.

11th Hut Singing Festival in Mallnitz
On Saturday, July 11, 2026 (please note bad weather advisory), the MGV Mallnitz 1914 invites you once again to the well-known Mallnitz Hut Singing Festival. The event starts at 10:30 AM at Mallnitz Village Square – and afterwards, there will

Bread Baking at the Mallnitz Stockmühlen – Fresh Wood-Fired Bread for Your Summer Vacation 2026
When the wood-fired oven is lit early Friday morning at the Mallnitz Stockmühlen, that unmistakable aroma soon fills the air: fresh bread, crispy pastries, and a piece of living Mallnitz tradition. Starting June 19, 2026, bread baking at the Stockmühlen

Pro Musica Mallnitz Concerts 2026
Since 1988, Pro Musica Mallnitz has stood for classical music at a high level – and for a cultural experience that is uniquely connected in Mallnitz with the mountain world of the Hohe Tauern National Park. In 2026, we can

21st National Park Festival in Mallnitz on Saturday, July 25, 2026
2026 is a special anniversary year for Mallnitz and the Hohe Tauern National Park: 40 years ago, the reintroduction of the bearded vulture in the Hohe Tauern began. At the same time, the national park municipalities of Mallnitz and Malta

The Schwussnerhütte opens for summer 2026 – A must-visit in the Seebachtal
Just in time for the start of summer, the popular Schwussnerhütte in the Seebach Valley reopened its doors today. For many guests of Apartments Hohenberger and Mallnitz-visitors, it is a real focal point of their summer retreat in Mallnitz –