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.
Floral Splendor along the Roman Road
The longest night of the year begins with light. For the summer solstice, I was on the Jamnigalm to capture the awakening floral splendor of the alpine meadows in that special light that lasts only a few minutes: the blue
The Ankogel – one Mountain, many Lives, What Remains?
It was a discovery that made me pause: The first page from August 15, 1957 in the tour book, slightly yellowed, in the handwriting of a twelve-year-old – my twelve-year-old father. I had always skipped over this exact entry on
Bicycles for our Summer Guests
Those who vacation in the mountains seek freedom. Freedom to spontaneously set off, for example, to buy regional products. Freedom to think without a car. Freedom to fill a sunny afternoon with a short bike tour to Lake Stappitz. At
Tranquility, Space, Retreat – why a Vacation Apartment is Sometimes just Right
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Trail Maintenance by the Alpine Club Mallnitz
View this post on Instagram A post shared by AlpineKraft (@alpine_kraft) On Sunday, May 18, 2025, Günther Schwärzler, the trail warden of the Alpine Club Mallnitz, was active on hiking trail 139 to the peak of Lonzaköpfl with Marielle of
The Schwussnerhütte Opens for the Summer of 2025 – a Special Place in the Seebachtal valley
Right on time for the start of summer, the popular Schwussnerhütte in the Seebachtal reopened its doors today. For many guests of Apartments Hohenberger and Mallnitz visitors, it’s a real fixture of their summer retreat in Mallnitz – a destination
