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MoaAlm Mountain Retreat

Mountain Activity & Yoga Holiday

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Vis island activity holiday
MoaAlm Mountain Retreat offers a unique place in Europe, situated high in the Austrian Alps. With the focus on being ‘RelaxinglyActive’ we offer holidays that are a healthy balance of fresh air, yoga, mountain activities and great freshly cooked plant based food. A holiday with us at MoaAlm puts you right at the heart of our warm family atmosphere, with dedicated enthusiastic staff and a stylish and cosy living space. Situated at 1800m, MoaAlm offers a superb base from which to explore the breathtaking mountains of East Tirol. Part of the small ‘WearActive’ company, we are the second property that owners Xania and Craig have compassionately converted into an active and relaxing holiday location. With the focus on a personalised holiday experience, MoaAlm provides a space for us to share our passion for adventure in the the mountains, alongside a balanced and healthy lifestyle. We offer a diverse range of Alpine activities such as hiking in the summer or snowshoe hiking in the winter, combined with daily yoga classes and time to relax in our wood fired hot tub or on our south facing terrace with a glass of local Austrian wine.

We work with the seasons. Life at 1800m changes dramatically throughout the year, so we adapt our holidays to enable you make the most out of our stunning environment:

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About Us

Founded in 2014 by Xania and Craig, MoaAlm grew from a former guesthouse into a sustainable and stylish mountain home for relaxingly active holidays. The British couple spend summers on the island of Vis, running kayak and yoga holidays with their company WearActive Croatia, and winters at MoaAlm in Kals. Since 2021, Sophie and Tobias from Berlin have been part of the journey and took over the Austrian business in 2024. Sophie is a yoga teacher and both are certified hiking guides with a deep love for the mountains. Each season, the  small team is joined by a vegan chef and a retreat host. Together, we share the same philosophy: plant-based food, time in nature, movement, and a relaxed atmosphere that helps guests feel at home. 

Food

At MoaAlm we love food! 
 
There is no better start of the day than a nutritious breakfast. We serve fresh fruits, oats and cereals, bread, organic coffee and so much more. After an active day in the outdoors, relax with a cup of tea or coffee and enjoy our freshly baked plant based cake. Dinner is always a delicious three course plant based meal made with lots of love and attention and served on our communal dining table.
 
We are passionate about healthy sustainable living and as a result the ingredients for all of our meals are organic and as locally sourced as possible. We believe nature knows best when it comes to our health and therefore our daily, three course menu changes with the seasons.
 
We also like to offer our guests the opportunity to experience to try traditional Austrian fare with a MoaAlm "twist", and we are sure you will enjoy our carefully developed menu with influences from across the globe.  
 
Love the look of our food? Keep an eye on our food page for our latest recipes! 
Nationalpark Hohe Tauern

National Park Hohe Tauern

We live right on the edge of the national park area of the Hohe Tauern mountain region of East Tirol and we are a proud partner member of the National Park, promoting sustainable tourism.  The Hohe Tauern National Park is truly unique, as its the biggest national park in Austria and within the European Alps. Highlights of the park are its numerous high peaks,  glaciers, alpine creeks, lakes and of course the untouched mountainous natural environment.
 
Most of our hikes in the summer, as well as our snowshoe walks in winter are within the national park. It's truly spectacular to walk on the trails that lead over mountains and hills, through empty valleys whilst being surrounded by colourful Flora and Fauna. Continuously distracted by breathtaking views and like to take the time to appreciate the surrounding environment!
 
Hopefully while hiking you will experience the Alpine wildlife, among which are the big five: Bearded vulture, Ibex, Golden Eagle, Gams and Griffon vulture. Our hiking guides have so much knowledge to share about Alpine life.
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For more details on the National Park and why we are lucky that MoaAlm Mountain Retreat is located within it, then visit the National Park Hohe Tauern website.

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"MoaAlm is truly a hidden gem. From the moment we arrived, we felt like part of a big family. The location at 1,800m is breathtaking, offering total peace and stunning views. The daily yoga sessions in the panoramic studio were the perfect start to the day, followed by incredible guided hikes and skiing. If you’re looking for a place to disconnect from the world and reconnect with yourself, this is it. We left with our hearts full and can’t wait to return!"

Lena, March 2026
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