6x hiking from the motorhome stopover in Austria!

Austria is the perfect country for hiking! From accessible hikes along the most beautiful mountain lakes to challenging trails along whimsical peaks; whether you are a complete beginner or an expert with the desire to explore, there is a hike for everyone in Austria. And, if you would say so yourself, what's better than resting in your motorhome after a long day in the mountains? In this article, we list a couple of nice motorhome stopovers for you, so you can easily explore the Austrian nature by foot!

The motorhome stopover Am Traunsee lies directly next to the eponymous Traunsee, in the touristic region Traunsee-Almtal. This enchanting lake is surrounded by a beautiful mountain panorama. We recommend that you walk the Miesweg. This path is about 3,4 kilometres long and takes about 1,5 hours to hike. On your way, you will encounter a pebble beach, wooden bridges, and romantic paths aside the water. The starting point of this trail lies at the end of the Traunsteinerstraße, in Gmunden.

Are you hiking on a sweltering day? Don't forget to cool down in the clear water of the lake! Looking for more activities in or by the water? At the Traunsee you can also kitesurf, surf, sail, water-ski, or kayak. At the end of an active day, you can wind down at the motorhome stopover, where you can enjoy a splendid view over the water.

- You will have an enchanting view over the mountains from the water! © ÖW/AMA, Christian Kremser

At almost 1,900 km2 in size, Hohe Tauern National Park is the largest protected nature reserve in the Alps. The large area of nature naturally ensures that lots of great hiking trails can be found here!

One part of the Hohe Tauern National Park is in the Austrian state of Salzburg, and this section is undoubtedly the most famous part of the national park. Here, you could walk through the Untersulzbachtal, also known as the 'Valley of Diamonds'. This beautiful valley lends its name to the many minerals that are present in the area. Looking for a challenging hike? Consider hiking to the Krimmler Tauernhaus. This hike is 10 kilometres long and takes about 3 hours to complete. On your way, you'll pass along the beautiful Krimml waterfalls. Spend the night with your motorhome at Sportcamp Woferlgut.

If you go hiking in the Tyrolean part of Hohe Tauern National Park, an authentic experience is waiting for you. This area is the most mountainous area of Austria, with over 100 peaks above 3.000 metres! Stunning views are guaranteed! If you want to optimally enjoy these phenomenal views, we advise you to hike the Europa Panoramaweg. Thanks to the lift, you'll start this 5-kilometre-long route directly above the tree line, which makes for an extra pleasant view over a whopping 60 mountains! To stay in the Tyrolean part of the national park, you should park your motorhome at Matreier Tauernhaus.

- The Krimmler Wasserfall is the highest phased waterfall of Europe! © Österreich Werbung, Marion Carcel

Vorarlberg may be a small state; but its nature is mighty! This is a true paradise for hikers and cyclists. Park your motorhome at Zeinissee, at the banks of the Zeinisbach, and you'll be in the middle of hiking paradise in no time. The motorhome stopover lies at the start of the hike to the Zeinisjoch and Wiegensee. This hike is about 11 kilometres long and takes 3 hours to complete.

We also recommend you go to the valley of Montafon, though this area is located a while from the motorhome stopover. In this gorgeous area you will find over 1.200 kilometres of hiking trails along the most beautiful peaks, rivers, and rock formations. Consider walking the Almhike Nova via panorama Gantakopf. This intermediate hike runs through the lushest landscapes.

- Hiking in Montafon is an unforgettable experience! © Montafon Tourismus GmbH, Schruns, Andreas Haller

It should come as no surprise that the Stubaital in Tyrol is a popular destination for travellers. This beautiful valley is a paradise for outdoor lovers. Indeed, no fewer than 4 hiking worlds converge in this area: Schlick 2000, Serles, Elfer and the Stubai Glacier. So, there is a suitable route for all types and sizes of hikers.

At motorhome stopover Trins you stay at half an hour driving from the Stubaital. If you don't fancy driving that bit with your motorhome, don't worry; there are a couple of nice hikes directly at the motorhome stopover, too! Consider walking to the Sarnthein Wasserfall. This light hike's destination is the gorgeous Sarnthein waterfall. During your hike you will pass along the beautiful nature of Trins.

- The Stubaital belongs to the 10 most beautiful valleys of Austria. © TVB Stubai Tirol, Andre Schönherr

The Milstätter See is one of the largest lakes in Carinthia. The nature is stunning here, which makes it a popular destination for hikers. At motorhome stopover Nagelerhof you stay at just a few metres distance from this lake, which means that you can easily embark on one of the many hikes directly from the motorhome stopover!

There are several hikes to be found here, whether you want to hike a short bit along the banks of the lake or want to go on a challenging hike on one of the many "nocken" - rolling and round mountain peaks - that surround the lake. Wherever you choose to go, it will undoubtedly be a fantastic experience!

- Relax at the motorhome stopover after a long hike around the lake. © Fanz Gerdl / Kärnten Kärnten 

Are you not done hiking yet? Check out Germany! In the land of dirndls and bratwurst, there are several beautiful natural areas where you can explore nature by foot. For example, read our blog "3x hiking from the motorhome stopover in Saxon Switzerland". Have fun hiking!