Though the Alps are not the highest mountain range in the world or Europe, they are the cradle of alpinism and mountain tourism. Here, beneath the peaks like Mont Blanc and Grossglockner, is where it all began.
Encompassing eight alpine countries, they are one of Europe’s most tempting destinations, comprising numerous glacial and river valleys, mountain lakes, snow-capped summits, and expansive green pastures.
The hikes in the Alps are as diverse as possible, ranging from famous classic treks like Tour du Mont Blanc to lesser-known hut-to-hut hikes like the Stubai High Trail in Tyrol and comfortable hotel-based hiking holidays in renowned locations like Val Badia in the heart of the Dolomites.
Although it depends on the altitude and other factors involving different trails, the hiking season in the Alps commonly lasts from mid-June to the end of September. Exceptions, like the Triglav Panorama hike in the Julian Alps, offer an authentic alpine experience even in the off-season before the snow falls.
Accommodations in the Alps vary in comfort and amenities. Even the most particular visitors will find something for themselves among an abundant selection of mountain hotels.
However, most hikers visit the Alps for the authentic alpine hut experience. Whether in Italy, Switzerland, Austria, or Slovenia, these mountain lodges let you enter the world of local pastoral culture and cuisine.
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