Symbol of transparent hiking quality in the hiking hotels

The offers and services of the hiking hotels are as clear as the mountain crystal: like hotel stars, they are also a sign of quality. They provide information about the hiking quality of the best alpine hiking hotels. The more mountain crystals a hiking hotel has, the more intensive and extensive the hiking offer, the hiking expertise and passion of the hosts.

The categorisation is based on different hotel services for guests who would like to spend a hiking holiday in Austria, South Tyrol or the Black Forest.

• Hiking holiday information before booking & during your stay
• Hiking ambience & facilities in and around the hotel
• Hiking expertise and passion of the hosts and the hotel’s own guides
• Offer & organisation of guided hikes, tour advice and hiking library
• Equipment hire & service
• Mobility offer of the hotel
• Wellness and relaxation programme after the hike
• SPA and wellness facilities
• Pleasure and culinary delights

3 mountain crystals

Hiking Hotels with three mountain crystals offer at least three guided tours per week with a certified guide. Hosts are happy to advise you on tours for your perfect hiking experience.

4 mountain crystals

Hiking hotels with four rock crystals offe between three and five guided hikes per week. The general offer of hiking-related services is larger, with a member of your host family joining you on guided hikes.

5 mountain crystals

Hiking hotels with five rock crystals live up to the highest standards when it comes to hiking quality. More than five guided hikes per week, with the hiking-certifies host joining you at least once a week.