Hiking at AVIVA - A Year-Round Experience
Whether spring, summer, autumn, or winter – AVIVA offers unique hiking experiences that rejuvenate body and mind all year round. Enjoy breathtaking views, fresh air, and the incomparable peace of nature.
In spring, nature awakens with vibrant life. Meadows bloom and forests glow with soft shades of green. It's the perfect time to soak up the first warm rays of sunshine on a guided hike and recharge with the season’s refreshing energy.
Summer brings long days and pleasant temperatures, ideal for extended hikes in the shade of trees or across lush alpine meadows. In the Bohemian Forest surrounding AVIVA, you'll find a stunning backdrop that invites both wonder and rest. Whether you’re seeking solitude in nature or friendly group conversation – you’ll find it all here.
In autumn, nature shows off its full splendor. The leaves of the deciduous trees turn golden yellow and fiery red, while the crisp, cool air offers breathtaking views reaching as far as the Alps. These late summer days are perfect for enjoying the warm sun and colorful foliage on unforgettable hikes.
Winter in the Bohemian Forest has a charm of its own. Snow blankets the landscape in deep silence, creating the perfect moment to pause and reflect. Winter hiking means embracing snowy paths and then retreating to the cozy AVIVA Spa or a warm lounge after an active day. The fresh, cold air is the perfect remedy for stress and tension.
The experienced AVIVA guides accompany you on all hikes, regardless of the season. Routes are tailored to your fitness level, so everyone – from beginners to experienced hikers – can enjoy nature to the fullest. Shared hiking not only connects you with nature but also with other people. New friendships are formed as you explore the majestic landscape.
Don’t forget your camera, because each season offers its own special moments worth capturing – from summer flower meadows to winter snow scenes. This is a true paradise for photography lovers.
So lace up your hiking boots, get ready for an unforgettable adventure, and experience the breathtaking landscapes around AVIVA in every season!
Who Else Is Joining?
Just ask in the AVIVA make friends Community to see who else is taking part. Get to know each other in advance and plan your journey together.
AVIVA Includes Services
- Accommodation in a modern, south-facing MehrBlick room with a view of the Alps
- Free use of the AVIVA Spa area & activity program on arrival and departure day
- Rich breakfast buffet with regional products from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. (until 11:00 a.m. on weekends)
- AVIVA Sweet & Sour Snack also on arrival and departure day with soups, various salads, hot snacks, cakes and pastries, coffee, and fruit from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. in the restaurant or on the hotel terrace (weather permitting)
- All-day fruit bar in the lobby and wellness area
- 6-course AVIVA make friends dinner with 3 main courses to choose from, a large salad buffet and cheese station, plus a weekly Austrian specialties grill buffet at large communal tables with other guests
- Culinary highlights like BBQ, street food, Mühlviertler Alm dinner and more during themed events
- Consideration of food intolerances upon advance notice
- Use of mostly regional products with a maximum transport distance of 50 km
- Unlimited access to the 2,000 m² wellness & spa area on arrival and departure day: indoor pool, sauna landscape with earth sauna, Finnish sauna, soft sauna, infrared cabin, caldarium, relaxation room, tea/juice/fruit bar, and solarium (for a fee)
- Sauna infusions & steam peels several times per week in the Finnish and earth saunas
- Wellness bag with bathrobe, sauna towels, bath towels and slippers
- Modern fitness center with Technogym equipment including BodyCoach Vibro, treadmill, spinning bike, ergometer and strength machines
- Bright vitality room with stretching, strengthening and fascia training equipment
- Large wellness garden with loungers, swimming pond, outdoor whirlpool, relaxation and social areas, beach volleyball court and ping pong table
- Multiple weekly get-togethers in the hotel’s various social spaces
- Daily (except Sunday) indoor & outdoor sports program led by a professional fitness trainer
- Use of hotel-owned Nordic walking poles, mountain bikes (summer), cross-country skis, snowshoes, and curling stones (winter)
- Modern e-bikes available for rent (subject to availability, please reserve in advance)
- Option to join the beer brewing experience and brewery tour
- Dance club with live DJ Thursday to Saturday
- Rustic mountain hut atmosphere at AVIVA Alm on Tuesdays and Thursdays
- High-speed Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, table football and darts
- Free monitored parking in front of the hotel with 6 EV charging stations (22 kW/h, Type 2 plug)
- Affordable shuttle service from Linz main station and Linz airport on Sundays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
- Free ride-share platform to coordinate travel with other guests
- Free access to the AVIVA make friends online community – meet and stay in touch with fellow guests
- Free access to the AVIVA online guestbook – see who else is staying during your visit
- Extensive sustainability and energy-saving initiatives
- Numerous benefits and professional conditions for AVIVA’s 80+ team members
Available Dates
- 18 May – 25 May 2025
- 15 June – 20 June 2025
- 3 August – 8 August 2025
- 31 August – 5 September 2025