Winter in Osttirol
Osttirol in winter
Nature & fun on the slopes
For all those who are looking for a winter holiday in Tyrol which can combine well-deserved relaxation with fun activities, we can offer a fantastic holiday experience here in St. Jakob in the Defereggental. This region in Osttirol is focused on a relaxed and calm atmosphere close to nature and is not spoilt by mass-tourism.
With wonderful activities to enjoy besides skiing, you can try a new sport like winter and snow-shoe hiking, or go tobogganing after a romantic torch-lit walk through the magical winter landscape of the Defereggental.
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Skiing in the Defereggental
The ski resort in St. Jakob offers you everything a ski enthusiast could wish for. Ski down the perfectly groomed slopes and enjoy the lovely unspoilt nature without the hassle of overcrowded ski slopes and long lift lines. In the Defereggental we pride ourselves on a more relaxed approach to skiing and life in general. Our wonderful ski resort is a true insider tip for amazing fun on the well-maintained slopes between 1,400 to 2,683 metres above sea-level. The free ski bus stops right outside the guest house Zollwirt.
The ski kindergarten, the magic carpet and the beginner-friendly slopes in the ski area will ensure great fun on the slopes in even the youngest skiers.
Explore the enchanting winter wonderland of the Defereggental - ideal for the whole family. Thanks to long-lasting and good snow conditions, you can practise your cross-country skiing skills well into spring.
Almost 70 km of trails in St. Jakob, St. Veit and Hopfgarten offer cross-country skiers everything. The entrance to the next cross-country trail is right next to our house.
The unspoilt landscape in the Defereggental is made for snowshoe hikers. Embark on a journey of discovery into unspoilt nature, immerse yourself in magnificent landscapes and, with a bit of luck, spot wild animals.
Framed by a fantastic panorama around the Grossglockner and plenty of sunshine, you can practise this sport with ease: strap on your snowshoes and off you go.
The Defereggental valley always has a lot of snowfall and is therefore ideal for all tobogganing enthusiasts and those who would like to try this fun sport. Choose your favourite track in our region: The toboggan track “Alpe Stalle” in St. Jakob is very popular, and we can also highly recommend the tracks “Leppetal” and “Oberholz” in St. Veit in the Defereggental.
The Oberweißen children's toboggan run in St. Jakob is also particularly recommended for children. With a slight difference in altitude of just 60 metres, this toboggan run is just the thing for a gentle introduction to tobogganing fun.
Hohe Tauern National Park
Winter magic and nature experiences in Osttirol: Discover our unique high mountain landscape accompanied by trained national park rangers - there is something for every guest with the variety of tours on offer in our region.