Maria Alm is a peaceful alpine village in the Hochkönig region of western Austria and is known for its traditional charm striking mountain backdrop and welcoming village atmosphere. The settlement lies in a broad green valley framed by meadows forests and the towering limestone walls of the Steinernes Meer which create a setting that feels both gentle and dramatic. Wooden houses inns and a graceful church with a tall slender spire shape the centre and give Maria Alm a distinctive and harmonious appearance. The village offers direct access to the Hochkönig ski and hiking area where varied slopes reliable snow and wide panoramic routes attract visitors throughout the year. In summer the surrounding mountains open into a world of forest paths alpine pastures and high trails that reveal the quiet beauty of the region. Despite its popularity Maria Alm maintains a calm rhythm shaped by local traditions community life and a close relationship with the landscape. This combination of scenic elegance rural warmth and year round outdoor opportunity gives Maria Alm a memorable and inviting alpine identity.
Part of: Austria