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Dear hiking enthusiasts! A proverb says: GENUINE hiking in the mountains: „If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go a long dis- Breathtaking. tance, go with others.“ Just as there are people who study books and those who just leaf through them, Those who love to travel know the feeling of wanderlust, the desire to there are travellers and hikers who do the same with countries and mountains. discover new countries, unkown summits and distant mountains. How- ever, desires alone are not enough - it‘s always good to start the journey A paraphrase from Abbé Ferdinando Galiani (1728 – 1787) with someone who knows the ropes. So if you want to go long distan- ces and aim high, come with us. We know the most impressive and The Italian author already knew during the 18th century what we have experienced enchanting mountains around Galtür. for generations: To travel through the mountains requires time and attentiveness. Those who are in favour of the mountains slow down. Those who really travel We have compiled another new edition of „Summer in the Alps – pure and hike are always ready for something new and look forward to surprises – treat themselves to time, grasp the details and really feel the experience. Rushing from one NATURE“ for you. We would like to express how we see ourselves and summit or ridge to the next is something which should be left to others. Essential thus our relationship to nature and our guests. Why we love our job and for us is the authenticity and far away from the paths of the tourists we leave our why it‘s worth to travel more by foot and why life and holidays in the own tracks in this unique nature and cultural landscape. We want you to experience mountains are so healthy. the emotional nuances which cannot be described in a small column on our offers. To immerse oneself into nature also means getting to know and appreciate the peo- You know our philosophy and values: We would like to share our hospi- ple. Overall: expanding into the true experience of genuine mountain hikes – in the tality, the personal and individual service as well as the close relationship country of mountains. to nature with our employees as well to make your holidays unforgetta- ble.

I invite you to visit us and I am already looking forward to go on bril- liant hiking tours amidst the mountains - or simply meeting you at one of the traditional mountain huts chilling in the sun surrounded by the pristine nature.

Until then we wish you much fun browsing through our magazine Summer in the Alps. Be inspired. Warmest of greetings – Your

Peter Lorenz Mountaineering Guide Jamtal glacier www.alpenhotel-tirol.com The Magic of OurWellbeing Alpenhotel Tirol, with its 38 rooms, is Galtür’s smallest 4-star ho- tel. Vacationing with us means simply being human, finding quietude and security, experiencing our family hospitality, and allowing oneself to be spoilt.

The surrounding countryside is abound with attractions - sports attrac- tions, cultural ones, general ones... yes, here is where the quiet life is lived, but there is also lots to discover and experience.

Looking after our guests, valuing connections, a sense of welcome - all this shows itself in small details and gestures, which are part of the at- mosphere and day to day life here at Alpenhotel Tirol. Some are visible, some can be felt or tasted, while others do their work behind the scenes.

We want you to feel at home here, and we would like you to have space to actively recuperate and enjoy yourself. Our establishment and its sur- roundings are perfect for this. A pleasant atmosphere, healthy and fresh mountain air.

Of course we can talk about how beautiful it is here, but we’d rather prove it to you!

Enjoy the “good old summer freshness” at the Galtür climatic health resort. Allow yourself to be “de-rushed”, and take home so much more than merely a sense of having been on vacation!

Wiebensee Concious indulgence Enjoyment and Hospitality

ATasting the flavoursTaste of - that isof the ideaSummer behind the “Bewusst Tirol” (Consciously Tyrol) project. “Tyrolean Cuisine is Healthy” Tyrol is shaped by its agriculture and traditions. This close alliance of tourism and agriculture becomes impressively obvious in the “Be- wusst Tirol” (Consciously Tyrol) project. 160 award-winning hotels and guesthouses are putting their money on local foods. They embrace Ty- rol, its traditional agriculture, its local producers, and hence live up to the current trend of “regionality” by making extensive use of Tyrolean foods in their kitchens. “Bewusst Tirol” makes Tyrol conscious. On your plate, in your glass, on your taste buds. To make sure you feel good and healthy, we present to you our “alpine wellness cuisine”. Tyrol is a rural region, and this is where we buy our ingredients. Local produce, herbs and fragrances combined into a won- derful symbiosis of cuisine and nature. The crucial idea here is to pre- sent you with dishes and combinations that can be felt - experienced, even -, and which revolve around freshness, closeness to nature, health, and alpine aromas.

2019 Each new dish will dazzle you with enjoyment, lightness, and freshness. Auszeichnung Be it milk calf or mountain lamb, fish from Lake Constance or aspara- gus - our talented chefs know how to appreciate and make perfect use Alpenhotel Tirol of local products - since outstanding foods will enchant your taste buds in Galtür setzt auf with unforgettable flavours. Tiroler Lebensmittel und bietet damit seinen Gästen einen besonderen Genuss aus der Region.

Günther Platter LH-Stv. ÖR Josef Geisler Landeshauptmann Beiratsvorsitzender Agrarmarketing Tirol GmbH

Bewusst Tirol genussvoll speisen. In a time when the entire world seems to be accessible online at the press of a button, one concept is undergoing its own renaissance: tradition. It stands for a conscious connec- tion to our place of origin, its nature and Food as CulturalProducts of Tradition Heritage food.

Potatoes

Potatoes are a valuable treasure. Considering them “fat makers” or even “poor people’s food” is missing the point entirely, because beneath the innocuous skin a veritable powerhouse lies hidden. Magnesium, potassium, and vitamin C - those are what makes potatoes so healthy. Just three medi- um-sized potatoes are enough to cover half the daily recommended intake of vitamin C, and 25% of the daily recommended potassium intake. Vitamin C is known for its positive effects on the immune system, and helps the body to absorb the iron, that is also contained in potatoes, better.

Gerold Raggl’s organic farm in Roppen stands as a figurehead for the combination of tradition and modernity. Tradition, because its roots were never forgotten; modernity, because sustainability forms a solid foundation for the future, now more than ever before. Here’s where we go shopping!

Lingonberries All Summer Long... Lingonberries, or “Granten” as they are locally known, belong to the ericacea family of plants, and are enormously resilient. These small bushes are found up to an altitude of 3000m above sea level. In autumn, the initially light-coloured berries take on a dark red hue, and after the first frosts, when the inherent sugar content turns these savoury and sour fruits somewhat sweeter, the harvesting season begins.

But to enjoy them, one has to collect them first - the local Tyroleans call this “Klaubn”. Often this is a pursuit with almost meditative qualities - because what could be more beautiful than “Granten klauben” high above the valley floor, while being bathed in late-autumn sunlight?

The mountainsides are swathed in ochre, the summits painted in white, and perhaps even it’s one of those last mild days prior to the first snows putting an end to this season’s harvesting activities.

For summer 2019, we have created a Tyrolean aperitif for you - the GRANTA SPRITZ.

Derived from the lingonberry and its age-old anti-inflammatory properties, its minerals potassium, magne- sium and phosphate, as well as the vitamins C, B1, B2, B3 and beta-carotene, this natural Tyrolean aperitif emerges. We prepare it for you as follows:

4 cl Granta Spritz from the fine distillery Kössler 1/8 soda water 2 – 3 ice cubes Lemon slice Mint leaves

Our conclusion: This is a total eye catcher for the Galtür mountain summer - its full colours, very refres- hing, perfect for hot summer days, a perfect combination of fruity and savoury flavours. ParadiseAll Summer Long...

Whereas elsewhere the first produce is ready to be harvested, it is still spring time in Galtür. That’s because in the land of mountains, some things hap- pen a little later, and take a little longer. Valuing the time-honoured ways makes for a simple life. Just like a summer’s day in the mountains. Where the sky is near and the horizon far. Here, the mountains still harbour secrets… Among the dreamy mountains in and around Galtür, trails and tours through fragrant meadows, to cozy “Almen” and wild peaks, beckon the travel- ler. Rediscover the good “old summer freshness” among these mountains. Our establishment and its surroundings are perfect for this: a pleasant at- mosphere, healthy fresh mountain air, flowery mea- dows, and top class cuisine. at Kopssee

... Simply Good We often associate important life events with specific places, tastes, or smells. They function as anchor points of our memory. In times like these, Summerwhen the whole world is at our fingertips on theFreshness Internet, we rediscover those places that are close to our hearts. The following recipes are our tribute to what we call home.

A Deep Breath...

It is official as of 22nd April 1997: Galtür is Tyrol’s first official climatic health resort. Hay fever sufferers can relax and breathe in deeply our healthy mountain air.Galtür is proud of its “climatic health resort” designation, as it confirms what everyone had known all along: the air up here is especially good. For more than 15 years, measurements of air quality, traffic exhaust levels, and pollutants have been done, and numerous expert studies published. Even today, the TAWES weather station (a semi-automatic weather station which delivers information at 10 minute in- tervals) continues to record all relevant data as to wind, weather, and pollutants, and relays it to Vienna’s central authority for evaluation. Even people suffering from hay fever can enjoy outdoor sports, thanks to low pollen counts and a favourable climate. The medical officer of health and resident physician Dr Fritz Treidl provides medical cover and supervision in Galtür. Acti- ve sports coupled with the healthy mountain air of Galtür constitute the best possible conditions for recuperation and regeneration during your vacation here. Give your body a time-out from all those allergens.

Galtür - The Right Vacation Spot for Those with Allergies…

The ECARF-Seal for Increased Safety In order to make your stay as comfortable as possible, we also cater to people suffering from allergies. Special rooms with or without non-fluffy car- pets, special hoovers with Hepa 13 filter, anti-allergic bed linen, pot plants without pollen, and special ECO cleaning products, all ensure maximum comfort during your vacation time here. Also, Galtür’s altitude of 1600m above sea level guarantees the absence of dust mites. As a result of all our efforts to increase the quality of life for those suffering from allergies, we received the ECARF quality seal in April 2018. Blossoming Variety incl. Summer Rates Silvretta 7-day package “Summer Days in Galtür” Card

Get to know the Silvretta Card Alpenhotel Saison I Special offer – All Inclusive 2020 Room types Overnight stays 27.06. – 11.07.2020 07.06. – 27.06.2020 18.07. – 29.08.2020 11.07. – 18.07.2020 05.09. – 30.09.2020 29.08. – 05.09.2020 Between June and October, you will receive your personalised Silvretta Card as part of your stay. It Daily or 7-day vacation package “Summer Days in Galtür”, inclusive of doubles as your complimentary pass for all local luxury half board and small afternoon snack (Austrian tray bake, sweets, and small cableways and chairlifts in Galtür, , Kappl and See snacks) from 7th June to 30th September 2019. - no limits, every day, as often as you like. It also entitles you to use the hiking buses between and Bielerhöhe (2040m) at no cost. Entry fees to all indoor and outdoor swimming pools, as well as the bathing lake, are covered too. 1 – 4 nights € 76,- € 84,- The Silvretta Card also allows you to drive the popular Single room Grand Lit “Silvretta-Hochalpenstrasse” at no cost to you. We are 2 from 5 nights € 72,- to € 74,- € 78,- to € 82,- also able to provide a voucher for you prior to your arri- approx. 20-22 m Single room with Grand Lit bed, val, so that you can drive this route for free on your way shower, WC, telephone, radio, over to us. satellite TV, safe, without balcony

Wonderful summer days in the mountains 1 – 4 nights € 76,- € 78,- Double room without balcony from 5 nights € 68,- € 72,- to € 76,- approx. 22-23 m2 6+1 night for free Double room with shower, WC or Finally, it’s time for me - under this motto we give you a whole separate WC, sitting area, telephone, radio, summer day for free. For 7 days (in the given period) we charge satellite TV, safe, without balcony you only 6 days incl. excellent half board.

07. June to 04. July 22020 11 July to 19 July 2020 29 August to 05 September 2020 Double room with beautiful 1 – 4 nights € 78,- € 84,- 13 September - 27 September 2020 with south-facing balcony approx. 30-31 m2 from 5 nights € 74,- to € 76,- € 78,- to € 82,- Double room with bathtub or shower, separate WC, sitting area, telephone, radio, satellite TV, safe, beautiful 5 + 1 night for free south-facing balcony 18 July to 24 July 2020

The mandatory local tax (visitor’s tax) of the Tourism Association of of Euro 2,70 per adult per night is charged separately. Children and teens up to the age of 16 are not subject to this tax An Overview

of our Trail Network What a spectacle it must have been, when the earth got shaken and the Alps pushed their way upwards through cracked soil. Today we are lucky that there are not less than 20 3000m peaks in the Silvretta and Verwall Alps. This is where we take our hikers.

Mountaineering is much healthier than you’d think!

Even back in our grandparents’ days, it was said that hiking was good for body and spirit. The only thing is that, up to now, there had been no consensus as to just why mountain vacations are so restorative. The AMAS 2000 study now reveals scientific reasons why vacationing in the mountains makes sense. Scientist Dr Egon Humpeler and his team, give comprehensive reasons why hiking has a positive impact on health, effects more than almost any other type of sport. Accor- ding to the study, the secret of why vacationing in the mountains is so regenerative is that it mobilises the power of the human body. Our bodies detect the lower levels of atmospheric oxygen between 1400m and 2000m of altitude, and as a result they go into overdrive in order to compensate. at the Zeinisjoch

This is followed by a later reduction in those heightened activities, which structure are all strengthened without having to fear side effects, while is a method of economising. Professor Humpeler compares this to how the risk of cardiac arrest, cancer and diabetes is cut by more than half. a car engine operates. “It first revs itself up to reach its full power, but Consistency is key here. He who keeps up regular exercise is much less then, at the end of a mountain vacation, it is calmer, at a lower RPM, prone to illness, recovers faster, and has a longer lifespan. The great ad- while maintaining the same or even higher power output levels.” vantage is that hiking - amidst the flora and fauna of the mountains - can be made a lifelong pursuit, and is of measurable benefit even in old age. The body already reacts at a threshold altitude of 1400m to 2000m, even though there is technically still enough oxygen. More young red blood cells are formed without an increase in their total number, meaning the blood’s consistency remains the same. But, oxygen delivery to peripheral cells is markedly improved. This “fountain of youth” effect is a direct result of being at altitude. It is altitude that mobilises the body’s reserves, and functions as an exercise method.

The Power of Mountains One can summarise all this by saying that hiking and mountaineering are good for body and soul. Continuous walking - just like a slow jog - has a positive impact on metabolism and the immune system. Having a few more strenuous stretches of trail means that the circulatory system can benefit as well.

It takes a little longer to get fit this way, but the effects last longer too. Heart, circulatory system, metabolism, breathing, muscles, and skeletal My MountainsThis is why we should go hiking more often Hiking is healthy Hiking provides new perspectives It’s a fact that physical exercise is healthy. It strengthens the immune Everything you need for hiking is in your backpack. And you realise: it system, joints, and musculature; it reduces the BMI, and lowers blood isn’t really that much at all. You feel that deep, warm feeling of grate- pressure. But hiking isn’t just healthy for the body; it is also healthy for fulness. For the beauty of nature. A hot cup of tea in the mountain hut. the mind: hiking makes you happier, a fact that is now also backed by A snack after a strenuous bit of trail. Being happy really takes that little. science. Even a mountain hike of just three hours duration has positive And every meter of altitude climbed, every kilometre walked, takes you effects on mental health. Mood is improved, one is more relaxed, and further from the stress and worries of everyday life. Sorrows and prob- negative emotions such as lethargy or anxiety are reduced. lems are left behind, down below in the valleys.

Hiking de-rushes you You can hike everywhere, anytime Everyday stress, constantly being connected, and having a whole load of Hiking needs sunshine? Not at all! Taking that first step out your door responsibilities. Flashing, ringing, and calling. Just turn it all off - easier doesn’t always need warmth and sunshine. Even hiking in pouring rain said than done... But hiking does the trick: persistent distractions are tra- has its very own, very special charm. After all, there’s not really any such ded in for the restorative tranquillity of nature. Walking on foot means thing as bad weather, as the British author John Ruskin duly noted: (re-)discovering the joy of slowing down, and making valuable time to switch off.

„Sunshine is delicious, rain is refreshing, wind braces us up, snow is exhilarating; there is really no such thing as bad weather, only different kinds of good weather“ And it doesn’t always have to be the highest mountains either. There are ample opportuni- ties to put on those boots, and start exploring. So what are you waiting for? in Jamtal

Get up and go Fit Through Hiking Altitude x Exercise = Alpine Health

It doesn’t need extreme altitudes to to something good for your health when hiking. lasting, and there is no risk of overdoing it or of injuries, Step by step you reach your destination. As long as the route is well planned out, which would be the case with more intense types of sport. the hiker can trust his strength: you can do it! Hiking is first and foremost healthy, Come join us - discover the fascinating mountain world of as well as relaxing and communicative. Consistent and regular walking have - just Galtür. Peter Lorenz, your host and accredited mountaineering like a slow jog - a positive effect on your immune system. All in all it takes a little guide, will lead and accompany you on all hikes and tours into longer to keep oneself healthy this way, but the effects are longer the Silvretta and Verwall Alps. What we offer: BE WELL! • Includes 7 days of cosy, comfortable **** double or single room accommodation with bathtub or shower/toilet, small living area with Hike for Your Wellbeing radio, telephone, and satellite TV; south facing balcony is optional. It is no longer a secret that hiking makes you relaxed and happy, is a “soft” • Includes luxury half board - buffet breakfast (featuring healthy way to exercise your muscles and train your stamina, and above all is fun. organic options, homemade jams and spreads, freshly baked bread, Fresh air, the tranquillity of nature, and beautiful vistas have a positive effect local cold cuts of meat and ham. Juices, milk and yoghurts from on body and soul. local farmers, as well as fragrant tea and coffee). • 4-course evening menu - alternating options of traditional and 7 Alpine Summer Days of Mountain Hiking to Get to homely cuisine with a Mediterranean touch of true lightness. Know Us: 7 Alpine Summer Days Daily fresh seasonal salad buffet, as well as an afternoon snack. of Mountain Hiking: • 4 guided hikes, led by an accredited mountaineering guide, inclusive Room types Arrival on Saturday or Sunday, depending on availability: 27.06. – 11.07.2020 of packed lunch and drinks. Through meadows and past fragrant 18.07. – 29.08.2020 07.06. – 27.06.2020 05.09. – 30.09.2020 herbs, towards the most stunning viewpoints overlooking the 11.07. – 18.07.2020 29.08. – 05.09.2020 Silvretta and Verwall Alps.

7 alpine summer days of mountain hiking in Galtür, including luxury half board and a small afternoon snack each day (Austrian tray bake, sweets, and small snacks) Wonderful summer days in the mountains from 7th June to 30th September 2019. 6+1 night for free Single room Grand Lit € 511,- € 574,- Finally, it’s time for me - under this motto we give you a whole approx. 20-22 m2 summer day for free. For 7 days (in the given period) we charge Single room with Grand Lit bed, inkl. 4 days of inkl. 4 days of shower, WC, telephone, radio, you only 6 days incl. excellent half board. satellite TV, safe, without balcony guided hiking guided hiking

Double room without balcony € 497,- € 532,- 07. June to 04. July 22020 approx. 22-23 m2 11 July to 19 July 2020 Double room with shower, WC or separate WC, sitting area, telephone, radio, incl. 4 days of inkl. 4 days of 29 August to 05 September 2020 satellite TV, safe, without balcony guided hiking guided hiking 13 September - 27 September 2020

Double room with beautiful south-facing balcony € 511,- € 574,- approx. 30-31 m2 5 + 1 night for free Double room with bathtub or shower, inkl. 4 days of inkl. 4 days of 18 July to 24 July 2020 separate WC, sitting area, telephone, radio, guided hiking guided hiking satellite TV, safe, beautiful south-facing balcony

The mandatory local tax (visitor’s tax) of the Tourism Association Paznaun of € 2,70 per adult per night is charged separately. Children and teens up to the age of 16 are not subject to this tax. How I would have loved to stay another day!

Family Franz Lorenz A-6563 Galtür, Silvretta Tirol, Phone +43 5443 / 82 06 Fax +43 5443 / 85 06 [email protected] www.alpenhotel-tirol.com

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