Vacation in Matrei in East Tyrol

Matrei is the heart of the Hohe Tauern National Park. Located at the entrance to the beautiful Virgental and at the foot of the famous Felbertauernstraße, this atmospheric holiday destination is surrounded by the highest mountains in Austria, the Großvenediger (3,674m) and the Großglockner (3,798m). Matrei offers a diverse holiday program for the whole family. Away from the crowds, you can truly enjoy the mountain world here.

You will find the perfect holiday accommodation in one of the first-class hotels in the holiday region. A wellness hotel or a sports hotel in Matrei provides a wonderful setting for a relaxing holiday, where active sports and wellness can be combined in the most pleasant way. Modern and sophisticated hotel facilities, well-kept wellness areas, and the typical Tyrolean hospitality make your holiday an unforgettable experience.

Summer in Matrei is the season for hiking and biking. From idyllic walking paths and themed trails - such as the first water exhibition trail in Europe or the "Path of the Senses" - to high-altitude hikes and summit tours to the three-thousanders of the main Alpine ridge: Matrei offers countless hiking opportunities for all levels. A special holiday experience is the Große Tauerntreck, a three-day hike through the Venediger Massif with overnight stays in tent camps and Haflingers carrying the luggage.

For bikers, there are plenty of cycling paths and mountain bike routes to really let loose. In addition, Nordic walking, climbing, rafting, kayaking, paragliding, and tennis are part of the leisure activities for your summer holiday.

In winter, Matrei am Großglockner entices with one of the most beautiful ski areas in Tyrol. Since 2008, there has also been a direct connection to the Großglockner Resort Kals, offering a total of 110km of well-groomed slopes for skiing up to 2,600m above sea level and a fun park for snowboarders. Unspoiled winter fun is guaranteed! In addition, there is a wide selection of beautiful cross-country ski trails and four toboggan runs. Winter hiking, snowshoeing, and ski touring are other attractions for a beautiful winter holiday.

As for sights, Matrei is especially known for its many churches and chapels. Outstanding among the 41 churches, chapels, and wayside shrines are the Romanesque St. Nicholas Church (12th century), the classicist parish church, and the rock chapel in the Gschlößtal. A visit to the "Medaria" local museum with an interesting exhibition of cultural historical objects and a mineral collection is also worthwhile.