Austria

Austrian mountain food is the ultimate well-earned reward for a day on the trails, turning the end of a hike into a proper feast.

You’ve got savory heavy hitters like Kasspatzln (basically the world's best mac and cheese) and Tiroler Gröstl, a potato and bacon fry-up that hits the spot every time.

If you’ve got a sweet tooth, you can’t go past Kaiserschmarrn, a shredded pancake, or a plum-filled Germknödel dumpling.

To wash it all down, grab an Almdudler (an herbal soda that’s a bit of a national icon), a refreshing raspberry Skiwasser, or a cheeky Zirbenschnaps. That last one is a local pine-cone liqueur that basically tastes like you’re drinking the forest, it’s the perfect digestive before you head back down the mountain.

The best times to walk on almost all Austrian Alps destinations is mid-summer, July to early autumn as snow is an issue before and after this time.

You will have to check the weather for each destination. We have provided more detailed information for each destination on the specific walk's website page.