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Hohentauern

On the eastern slopes of the Tauern mountains more than 2000 years ago Roman soldiers first tried “boarding” on their shields down the deep alpine snow. Fun, energizing, unique – they would have written in the tourist review magazine of Rome, if there had been such at the time! Many after them wrote and praised the lovely alpine village of Hohentauern nestled in the middle of pearl necklace of 20 stunning snowy peaks – of about than 2 000 m each! In fact, Romans wrote about it reporting in their chronicles the amazing experience of the Austrian Alps at Hohentauern. Then they built the first paved pass across the Tauern Mountains. Today’s winter resort of Hohentauern was rediscovered in 1920 and easily accessible by car. But still, it is astonishing for newcomers. The lovely alpine village is situated in a natural reserve and has preserved all the natural beauty and traditional spirit of the area – unspoiled by mass tourism to please all, inhabitants and visitors.

Hohentauern today has combined it all – intact beauty with contemporary entertainment, natural mountain challenges and delights with modern equipment and amenities. It is a constant surprise, like a spring of amusement. If you love curling, you haven’t probably tried it on a frozen lake, so take your chance here. Natural ice-skating rink will inspire you with views surrounding beyond imagination. Bob-sleigh or in-door tennis, swimming or relaxing spa, the village welcomes you warmly in the lap of the Tauern to amuse and captivate you. Hohentauern is a perfect starting point for unforgettable climbing excursions up to the skies on the blinding white peaks. Dive deep into the mysteries of the mountain beauty along 10 km of walking paths. You can try snow-shoe walking or cross-country skiing (15 km of mountain trails) to further explore unique sensations and breathtaking views.

Skiing in Hohentauern is great, mostly for beginners and intermediates. A modern lift system (including 5 dragging lifts) and special care for learners and children in the local specialized skiing schools. Off-piste terrain and expert downhill runs are available very close in the neighbor resorts of Lachtal, Wurzeralm or Kreischberg. The resort also affords using a toboggan run and offers great snowboarding conditions.

The impressively long history of the area has been always motored by the inspiring and energizing mountain experience. What locals know for sure is how to make your day brighter and tempt you with a new surprising adventure! BBQ in the lap of the icy peaks or on a frozen lake, horse-trekking, hiking along the Wasserweg water path or within the fairytale forests of the Waldpfad forest path, these are some of the so-far Hohentauern attractive offers. Traditions of the past can still be sensed and experienced – immerse into prehistoric life in the amazing Weberteich Pfahlbaudorf lake, besides, you can also taste the authentic flavor of Celtic cuisine there! By the way, do not miss the Amusement park "Naturerlebnispark Keltenberg" or you will never forgive yourself.

Your comfort here is as certain as the fun and the sparkling beauty all around. Numerous huts, bars, cafes are perched in astonishing areas to shelter and welcome you with a hot drink for a cosy chat with friends or locals. Culinary fans will find extraordinary variety of gastronomic surprises here – traditional, Celtic and international flavors mixed up in a fresh and relaxing atmosphere. Nightlife is great with traditional alpine evenings or modern nightclubs and fashionable bars.

People have been enjoying it for thousands of years now. Once reaching it you will still be surprised and delighted, so don’t miss Hohentauern!

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