The highest mountains in the whole of Austria

The Hohen Tauern and its importance for the region

The Hohen Tauern is a high mountainous region in the central Austria Alps. In East Tirol you will find – alongside the peaks in the Ötztaler Alps – the highest mountains in Austria.
The Hohen Tauern lies between the three regions Salzburg, Carinthia and East Tirol. The Hohe Tauern national park lies in the centre of the region.

The highest mountains in the whole of Austria
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GROSSGLOCKNER
GROSSGLOCKNER

The Großglockner is with 3.798 metres the highest mountain in Austria and also the highest mountain in the Eastern Alps. The first successful ascent was in 1800. Since 1918 the Großglockner including the Pasterze glacier has belonged to the Austrian Alpine club. Standing at the foot of the Großglockner the power of the mountain becomes apparent. An amazing view of the Großglockner can be had from the Lucknerhaus, situated only 45 minutes from the family hotel Replerhof. Several family friendly walks begin at

GROSSVENEDIGER
GROSSVENEDIGER

The Großvenediger is the glacier covered main peak of the the Venediger group and actually measures 3.662 metres. Due to the glaciers receding – the fifth highest mountain in Austria – situated between the regions Salzburg and East Tirol – is reducing in height each year. The peak of the Großvenediger can be reached via the Defreggerhouse at 2.964 metres above sea level. The ascent over the Rainerkees takes at least 3 hours in which 712 metres of altitude are climbed. The tour requires the use of ropes and has a danger of crevasses, therefore is only recommended with a mountain guide.

Family walks

SIMPLE WALKS OVER MEADOWS AND THROUGH FORESTS FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

Country tracks thread their way through the landscape, simple foot paths cross the green meadows into the shadow of the forests. The forest footpaths are varied leading into the mountains, higher and higher until they become challenging mountain trails.

 

We know the landscape surrounding our hotel and are happy to advise our guests on routes or circuits that are suitable for their physical ability and knowledge. Due to many years of experience we know which routes are suitable for families with children and are happy to recommend them.

 

You will receive the link to our walking blog on the reception. That way we can share our mountain know-how not only in personal conversation, but also online: To read and repeat!
 

Real experiences

OUR RECOMMENDATIONS FOR FAMILY WALKS CLOSE TO THE FAMILY HOTEL REPLERHOF

Bergerkogel

Just under the Bergerkogel lies a traditional mountain hut on a wildly romantic lake. With older children this tour is possible in a day, for families with younger children it is possible to include an overnight stay at the Bergersee hut.

A real adventure!

Johannis hut

The Johannis hut is reachable with a hut taxi, this way you can save your energy for a hike higher up – with a constant view of the Großvenediger. It is possible to watch from the hut groups of mountaineers on their way to the summit.

Gottschaun alm

The ascent to the Gottschaun alm is easy to reach with children, either on the wide country track or the footpath it leads up to the hut. The perfect place to enjoy a farmers snack with homemade produce and a view of the surrounding mountains.

  • Familienhotel Replerhof
  • Sankt Andrä 73
  • AT-9974 Prägraten
  • am Großvenediger
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