Surroundings
Our house is located on a south slope near the center of Heiligenblut in the heart of the National Park "Hohe Tauern". Due to its central location, Haus Fien lends itself perfectly to various activities in both summer and winter. Most of these activities are within walking distance, so you can leave the car during your stay especially during the winter months. This can be done free of charge in the covered parking garage of the municipality (500m).
Summer
During the summer months you can come to Heiligenblut for numerous activities. The breathtaking natural beauty is the setting for unforgettable cycling and walking tours. From grand day trips in the mountains to a small bike ride along the river... Heiligenblut has something for everyone. Heiligenblut is therefore the starting point for the ascent of the Grossglockner Hochalpenstrasse, which you can undertake from Haus Fien.
A 5 minute walk will bring you to the cable railway (250m), which takes you to an altitude of 2600m. Our cosy village square (200m) boasts numerous pubs serving meals, restaurants, shops, a museum and an ice cream stand in summertime. In the summer holidays you will be immersed in the local traditions and folklore under the guidance of a traditional brass band.
A 5 minute walk will bring you to the cable railway (250m), which takes you to an altitude of 2600m. Our cosy village square (200m) boasts numerous pubs serving meals, restaurants, shops, a museum and an ice cream stand in summertime. In the summer holidays you will be immersed in the local traditions and folklore under the guidance of a traditional brass band.
In the video below, enjoy the breathtaking natural beauty along the Grossglockner Hochalpenstrasse and you may venture on this unforgettable ascent yourself next summer.
Winter
Haus Fien is only 250m (3 to 5 minutes by foot) from the cable car, which takes you from the centre of the village to the ski area. With its 55 piste kilometres, the ski area has something for everyone. The area stretches over 3 adjacent slopes: Fallbichl, Schareck and Fleissalm. In Fallbichl you can ski on the famous Grossglockner hochalpenstrasse. From Schareck most of the slopes depart, while the last tow lift of the Fleissalm takes you to the highest point of the ski area, namely the Hochfleis at an altitude of 2902m. Haus Fien also has a spacious "skikeller" where you can also dry your shoes for a hot start the next day. Guests who do not have their own ski equipment can visit the ski rental centre of Intersport, which is only 150m from Haus Fien, .
In addition to skiing, during the winter months in Heiligenblut you can also go for many other activities. For example, at walking distance of Haus Fien there are also a few cross-country ski slopes (400m-800m), a practice track for novice skiers (500m), a closed descent for sledging, a skating rink (950m) and even a frozen waterfall on which you can try the ice climbing (1300m).
In addition to skiing, during the winter months in Heiligenblut you can also go for many other activities. For example, at walking distance of Haus Fien there are also a few cross-country ski slopes (400m-800m), a practice track for novice skiers (500m), a closed descent for sledging, a skating rink (950m) and even a frozen waterfall on which you can try the ice climbing (1300m).
Enjoy the video below and get to know the various winter activities that Heiligenblut has to offer. Have fun watching.