Heiligenblut, Hunguest Hotel Heiligenblut - Winter

In the romantic winter sports region surrounding the Großglockner/Heiligenblut (1.301 m above sea level) in the middle of the Hohe Tauern national park, there are 13 ski lifts for sports enthusiasts to use and that will take you up to 2.912 m above sea level. The certainty of snow is almost guaranteed due to the ideal location. A total of 55 km of slopes awaits you to challenge your skiing and snowboarding skills.

In addition, Heiligenblut has a lot to offer away from the ski slopes, such as toboggan runs and ice skating, ice climbing on the frozen waterfall, horse-drawn sleigh rides, skiing tours and winter hiking trails.

Wintersports
	Skiing and Carving The glistening white slopes in Heiligenblut invite you to test your skills in the snow. The ski area offers everything your heart desires. You will be amazed! Even beginners will feel right at home as our local ski school will be more than happy to teach you the ropes.
	Snowboarding 55 km of slopes are waiting for snowboarders in Heiligenblut. There's no limit for sports enthusiasts. Challenging and exciting activities are a priority here and the best snow conditions contribute to the perfect atmosphere.
	Ski Tours The mountains surrounding Heiligenblut are worth the climb, especially in the winter. Whether you choose to explore on cross country sAkis or with snowshoes on your feet and your snowboard on your back, this type of excursion is part of the extraordinary vacation you will have.
	Cross Country Skiing There are numerous well prepared cross-country skiing routes just waiting to be explored. For example, directly in Heiligenblut: 3 km of cross country tracks at 2.200 m, skating or classic; "Glockner" and "Sonnenblick" tracks in the valley, 10 km, skating or classic.
	Ice Climbing Garden Available from the beginning of January until March, accompanied by a mountain guide, for those who would like to experience this fascinating sport are the Fleißtal waterfalls. The best time for ice climbing is the beginning of January until March.

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Magic Moments
It could not be better! You will experience unforgettable moments in the national park region if you attend in the excursion program "Magical Moments". 5 selected adventure tours wait for you, from Ibex viewing to to the first deep-snow descent with certified guides. Our best-of adventure tours: Guided adventure tours with expert guides Professional equipment to rent Shuttle service on mountain roads with the National Park winter shuttle bus Mouth-watering culinary delights included in all of the programmes The Magical Moments programme takes place from 20.12.2012 until 31.03.2013 More information you will find here!
	Monday: Ibex viewing You meet the national park rangers, and you receive your special rental equipment (snowshoes, poles, binoculars). Then you will take part in a guided snowshoe tour from the skiing area to the edge of National Park to visit the winter habitat of the ibex. A magical nature experience! This is followed by a visit to the cosy Fleiß-Almkuchl lodge with mouth-watering threats from the National Park region.
	Tuesday: Horse-drawn sleigh ride & winter hiking The National Park winter shuttle takes you from Heiligenblut to the idyllic mountain village Apriach (1,600 m above sea level). Apriach is located on the sunny side of the Mölltal, directly opposite to the Grossglockner! First a sleigh ride, then accompained by a National Park ranger, a hike through the winter wonderland of the Apriach mountain pastures. A hearty farmers´platter in a traditional Alpine lodge is part of the programme.
	Wednesday: Magical winter nights Easy, guided torchlit hike from Heiligenblut to the idyllic, snow-covered rest area at the foot of the glittering ice cascades of the Gößnitz waterfall. Oper air buffet and mouth-watering treats from the National Park region are included.
	Thursday: Snowshoe trekking in the Asten valley With the National Park winter shuttle you travel from Heiligenblut over Großkirchheim until the romantic Sadnighaus (1,900 m) to the beautiful Asten valley. You meet with the National Park Ranger, who provides you your special rental equipment (snowshoes, poles). The guided snowshoe leads you through to the deep snow-covered, magical Asten valley. Here you can build together an igloo. You can take a rest at Sadnighaus, that awaits you with regional specialities and pleasant atmosphere.
	Friday: The first deep snow descent You meet with a certified mountain and ski guide from the ski school of Heiligenblut. Here you get the special equipment. With the Grossglockner cable car you travel to the skiing resort, following with some instructions from the guides and then first deep-snow skiing begins. The brunch is included in one of the romantic ski lodges.

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Evening programms
	Toboggan under Floodlights The toboggan slope is only a short walk from the hotel. A highlight is tobogganing by night under floodlights. And of course, you can rent a toboggan directly from the hotel.
	Torch Tour Discover Heiligenblut at night! Join us to a tour through the beautiful winter wonderland with fire-lit torches.
	Curling Test your curling skills on our little curling course.
	Aprés Ski After an "Apr&eacutAe;s Ski" at our outside bar you can meander over to the "Glocknerbar" which features an open fireplace to enjoy a nice glass of wine or to take part in the evening festivities.