We have also created some fantastic self-guided and guided walking holidays across Austria. Now all hiking and travelling enthusiasts, no matter how much or how little hiking experience they currently possess, can enjoy the experiences, see the sights that have made Austria one of Europe’s most popular hiking destinations.
Experience first-hand Austria’s famed alpine scenery which is as renowned for its beauty as its many historic and cultured cities, like Vienna and Salzburg, cities which played important roles in making Europe the celebration of culture that it is today.
Why Choose a Hiking Holiday in Austria?
With its majestic alpine peaks, historical and delightfully picturesque cities, towns and villages, along with its exquisite country roads and forest trails, to hike through Austria is to experience the wonders of Western Europe at its finest.
Whether you’re planning to visit Austria on a walking tour as a couple, a family or as a group of friends, you’re guaranteed to find the perfect holiday in Austria with Hooked on Walking, Europe’s hiking holiday experts.

Duration: 7 Nights
Difficulty: Level 2
Tour Type: Self Guided
Availability: Saturdays from 25th April to 3rd October.
Starting Location: Villach
Duration: 4 or 7 nights
Difficulty: Level 2-3
Tour Type: Self Guided
Availability: Not Available In 2026
Starting Location: Igls near Innsbruck
Duration: 7 nights
Difficulty: Level 3
Tour Type: Self Guided
Availability: Daily from 17th June to 23rd September.
Starting Location: Innsbruck
Duration: 7 nights
Difficulty: Level 3
Tour Type: Self Guided
Availability: Saturdays and Sundays from 23rd May to 13th September.
Starting Location: Maishofen (close to Zell am See)
Duration: 8 nights
Difficulty: Level 2
Tour Type: Self Guided
Availability: Daily April 25th to October 18th
Starting Location: Lake Wolfgangsee
Duration: 5 or 7 nights
Difficulty: Level 1
Tour Type: Self Guided
Availability: Daily from April 24th to October 18th
Starting Location: Wolfgangsee/Peninsula Abersee
Duration: 7 or 9 nights
Difficulty: Level 2-3
Tour Type: Self Guided
Availability: Daily from May 17th to October 11th
Starting Location: Abersee/lake Wolfgangsee
Duration: 7 nights
Difficulty: Level 2
Tour Type: Self Guided
Availability: Daily from 1st April to 11th October.
Starting Location: Krems
Duration: 7 nights
Difficulty: Level 2
Tour Type: Self Guided
Availability: Daily from April 24th to October 18th
Starting Location: Seekirchen on Lake Wallersee

This lake district is ideal for walkers who enjoy variety. Trails weave between sparkling lakes, rolling hills and limestone mountains, often passing through historic spa towns and traditional villages. Many routes offer stunning viewpoints without overly strenuous climbs.

One of Europe’s great walking regions, Tyrol offers classic alpine scenery with high mountain passes, panoramic ridges and lush valleys. Walks range from gentle valley paths to more demanding high-level routes, all supported by excellent mountain huts and cable cars that make exploring the Alps accessible.

With a warmer climate and a slightly Mediterranean feel, Carinthia offers lakeside walking, rolling mountain trails and sunny viewpoints. It’s particularly appealing for relaxed walking combined with swimming and local cuisine.