Over wide forest paths and narrow trails. With every metre of altitude gained, you get closer to your goal. You can almost smell the Kaiserschmarren. Can you hear the whistling in the distance? With a bit of luck, you will discover a marmot on the alpine meadows. Behind the next bend, the rustic alpine hut is already waiting for you. Ambitious mountaineers hike a little further and find their fortune under a summit cross. You pause. The view is breathtaking. Back at the alpina&more, you've earned yourself a bit of relaxation. Jump into our new outdoor pool or treat your muscles with the soothing warmth in the sauna.
Along forest paths and trails, gaining altitude brings you closer to your destination. The scent of Kaiserschmarren fills the air, and distant whistling hints at possible marmot sightings. A rustic alpine hut awaits around the next bend. For avid climbers, the summit cross beckons further up. Pause to take in the breathtaking view. At alpina&more, reward yourself with relaxation:
Dive into our outdoor pool or soothe your muscles in the sauna.
Are you planning a hiking holiday in Serfaus? Then make sure you put these five points on your to-do list. You will not regret it.
Hiking to higher, quieter mountain areas increases your chance of hearing marmot whistles. With luck, you might spot these diurnal animals, especially in the mornings or evenings to avoid midday heat. Look out for them on the marmot trail, near Furglersee lake, or at Fisser Joch.
At Högsee lake, cool off at 1,829m with swimming permitted. Dive in or pedal around on a boat. Young adventurers can play around the lake, with the Hög Adventure Park offering water mazes, a cow trampoline, and a wooden ball track. For a more natural experience, hike to Urgsee lake. Although swimming isn't allowed, dipping your feet in the ice-cold water guarantees 100% refreshment.
Your reminder of a perfect hiking holiday. Grab a hiking pass (for a small fee) and start the medal hunt. Throughout the Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis region, a wide variety of hiking destinations are marked for you to conquer. At each station, there is a sign and a punch. Punch your hiking pass and collect points. The more diligent you are, the better you score. Depending on your score, you will receive a bronze, silver or gold hiking medal. Tip: There is already a Murmli & Berta hiking pin from 20 points for the smallest hiking foxes.
"Marend" is Tyrolean for a snack. In the past, hard-working farmers used to recharge their batteries with a Marend in the afternoon. The snack has remained to this day and is cultivated as a tradition by many families. Because a Marend is not a quick snack in between meals, it is an expression of sociability. People take their time and sit down together in a cosy atmosphere. Over time, however, the menu has become somewhat more extensive and heartier. The "Marend" is "classically served on a large wooden board, from which everyone takes what they like: bacon, sausage, cheese, minced meat, lard, roast pork, smoked fish, butter, spread, fruit, pickled vegetables, mustard and freshly grated horseradish. There is also plenty of farmhouse bread. You can try the Tyrolean Marend after a strenuous hike at many huts in the region. We wish you a good appetite!
In the Alpine region, there is an old tradition for escaping the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It is as simple as it is effective. If you want to switch off and let your thoughts run free, sit down on one of the region's numerous "Holzbankla" (wooden benches) and do nothing for 20 to 30 minutes. Just breathe deeply and enjoy the warmth of the sun on your skin. Observe nature — nothing else. You'll see, you haven't been this relaxed in a long time.
It's finally here, the Serfaus winter with snow-covered slopes and the magic of Christmas is palpable. The days are getting shorter, the nights longer, and the focus is on cosy get-togethers.
We wish you a wonderful festive season and a sparkling new year, whether near or far. Speaking of the new year! If you would still like to go skiing in January, only a few flats are left. But in March, you are still spoilt for choice. So what are you waiting for?
Enjoy a cosy virtual stay at alpina&more.
Your Purtscher family & the alpina&more TEAM