Hohe Tauern National Park

A unique natural area in the Alps

With an area of approximately 1,856 km², Hohe Tauern National Park is the largest national park in the Alps. Its protected landscape ranges from mighty glaciers and imposing rock faces to clear mountain streams, blooming alpine meadows and centuries-old cultural landscapes.

An exceptional flora and fauna, pristine side valleys and the impressive backdrop of the Hohe Tauern make the national park a special experience for families, couples, nature enthusiasts and active holidaymakers.

Summer and winter in Hohe Tauern National Park

During your summer holiday in Rauris, you can discover nature on numerous hiking trails, mountain tours and varied excursions. Green alpine meadows, clear mountain lakes and the impressive side valleys of Raurisertal offer ever-changing perspectives on the Hohe Tauern.

In winter, the region reveals a completely different side. Snow-covered mountains, winter hiking trails, cross-country ski runs, snowshoe tours and the family-friendly Rauris ski resort make your winter holiday in Salzburger Land just as varied as it is relaxing.

Raurisertal – in the heart of the national park

Raurisertal extends through the impressive nature of Hohe Tauern National Park. Its main village, Rauris, combines established alpine tradition with a landscape that has remained exceptionally pristine to this day.

From Hotel Alpina, you can comfortably explore this special region – whether hiking and mountaineering in summer, skiing in winter or on an excursion to one of the unspoiled side valleys.

National Park SommerCard & WinterCard included

As a guest at Hotel Alpina Rauris, you benefit from additional holiday advantages throughout the year: In summer you receive the National Park SommerCard, in winter the National Park WinterCard included.

With the SommerCard, you can discover numerous excursion destinations, mountain railways, nature experiences and leisure facilities in the Hohe Tauern National Park holiday region. In winter, you benefit from attractive discounts, bonus services and selected complimentary offers with the WinterCard – including special opportunities to experience the snow-covered nature together with National Park rangers.

This makes your holiday in Rauris even more diverse – and many of the most beautiful experiences in Hohe Tauern National Park are already part of your stay at the Alpina.