Virgen

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Address: Virgental Straße 77, Austria, Virgen, 9972
Telephone: +43 50 212 500
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Sunny village in the National Park Hohe Tauern

In addition to the sunny city of Lienz, Osttirol also has a sunny village in the Virgental Valley - we are talking about the picturesque village of Virgen. South of the Venediger Group , the community lies at just under 1,200 meters above sea level in the National Park Hohe Tauern. Next to the shapely mountain peaks, the ruins of Rabenstein Castle tower majestically above the sunny plateau of Virgen.

Virgen owes its name of sunny village mainly to the south-facing peaks of the Lasörling group . Since these are significantly lower than their neighbors, the sun shines here even in the depths of winter a few hours longer than elsewhere.

Enjoy the sun's rays on the terrace or balcony of your accommodation in Virgen! Whether it's an inn, vacation apartment,farmhouse or alpine hut - the choice of accommodation in Virgen is wide!

The 90 metre high suspension bridge over the Isel Gorge is an absolute highlight.

Virgen in summer

The pilgrimage church Maria Schnee in Obermauern is a worthwhile destination. In front of the church gates, the custom of the sacrificial ram is celebrated annually, which has been recognized as an "intangible cultural heritage" by UNESCO . The natural jewel Iselschlucht and the water show path along the Umbal Falls, where the Isel unleashes its imposing forces, are also not far from Virgen. A few kilometers downstream, a stone sculpture workshop is located on the banks of the glacial river in a former sawmill. Here, massive serpentines and debarked trees from the valley are turned into artistic sculptures, and the artists often let people look over their shoulders.

In the warm months the landscape around Virgen attracts with countless hiking and walking trails. Those who want to enjoy nature here can also take the path through the Virgen fields to explore the species-rich fauna and flora. Several beautiful long-distance hiking trails lead through the picturesque landscape that surrounds the national park community of Virgen. The walking and running arena Virgental also convinces with 76 trail kilometers and 14 marked circular routes in different lengths and degrees of difficulty.

Vacation feelings...

...the cleansing-fresh breeze during summit tours

...the flowery soft scent of mountain meadows

...the overwhelmingly beautiful sunrises

...the damp dew during hikes

...the smell of Kaiserschmarren at huts

...the crunch of fresh snow during winter hiking

...deep view into the mighty Isel Canyon

...frescoes of the Pilgrimage church Maria Schnee

Virgen in winter

Winter also provides unique natural experiences in the Virgental valley. Snow-covered landscapes and rugged mountain peaks. Far away from the big hustle, you can experience pure winter idyll here.

Thanks in part to its beautiful peaks, the sunny village is considered a true paradise for ski touring enthusiasts. Directly in the village area is the Fellachlift, a small ski area that offers beginners and families in particular a stress-free skiing experience. The free ski bus also brings you quickly and easily to the largest ski area in Osttirol, the Großglockner Resort Kals-Matrei.

In addition to extensive slopes, winter sports fans at the Grossglockner Resort Kals-Matrei can expect a magnificent panorama of the Grossglockner, Grossvenediger and over 60 other three-thousand-meter peaks. The snow-covered landscape of the Hohe Tauern National Park can be optimally enjoyed during a winter hike or a snowshoe hike with a national park ranger. Toboggan fans and passionate cross-country skiers also get their money's worth in Virgen. The illuminated tobogganrun Würfelehütte and the varied cross-country slopes leave nothing to be desired.

Winter wonderland...

Family ski area Fellachlift

Toboggan run Würfelehütte

Chapel Hl. Magdalena in Mitteldorf

Snow shoe hiking in the National Park Hohe Tauern

Winter hiking in the deep snow

Activities in Virgen

National Park Hohe Tauern

Pilgrimage church Maria Schnee

Theme paths

Long-distance hiking trails

The next events in Virgen

Ausstellung "Virgen - Jenseits der Zeit"

Exhibition "Virgen - Beyond Time"

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Exhibition "Virgen - Beyond Time"

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Exhibition "Virgen - Beyond Time"

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Exhibition "Virgen - Beyond Time"

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Accommodations in Virgen

Voltahof

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Habererhof

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Weather and Webcam in Virgen

Forecast:

The Christmas week will start with clearing tendencies and sunny spells in between. In the south of East Tyrol, it will remain largely dry during the day. In the north of East Tyrol, the tendency for snow showers will gradually increase again, especially in the second half of the day. From Defereggen Valley to Felbertauern, one or two centimetres of fresh snow will be added. Cold Tauern wind.

Virgen

forecast for Monday, 23.12.2024

min. -4°C / max. -2°C

precipitation: 40 %

Morning

-4°C

Wind: calm

Afternoon

-3°C

Wind: calm

Evening

-3°C

Wind: calm

Night

-4°C

Wind: calm

forecast for Tuesday, 24.12.2024

min. -5°C / max. -1°C

precipitation: 20 %

Morning

-4°C

Wind: calm

Afternoon

-2°C

Wind: calm

Evening

-3°C

Wind: light/moderate breez

Night

-3°C

Wind: light/moderate breez

forecast for Wednesday, 25.12.2024

min. -5°C / max. 2°C

precipitation: 5 %

forecast for Thursday, 26.12.2024

min. -1°C / max. 4°C

precipitation: 25 %

Virgen

Sonnenanbeter aufgepasst! Im Sonnendorf Virgen findest du auf 1.200 m auch im tiefsten Winter ein paar wertvolle Sonnenstunden. Der ungetrübte Blick auf die Burgruine Rabenstein und die mächtigen Gebirgsketten der Lasörling- und Venedigergruppe genießt du am besten von der Terrasse einer der zahlreichen Unterkünfte in Virgen.

Ausblick Würfelehütte

Virgen Blick nach Westen