Health holiday in Tyrol

Ice bathing is good for the immune system. The extremely low temperatures cause the body to release hormones such as endorphins and corticoids, which are good for the body and soul. On the Kaunertal Glacier, brave souls bathe in the ice-cold Weißsee under the guidance of Marcel Schmid.

The breath flows, the air is wonderfully fresh and all you can hear is birdsong: a guided yoga session in the open air is just one of many opportunities for yogis to practise in Kufsteinerland. In addition to various yoga studios and special yoga hotels, there is also a yoga festival.

Nature as far as the eye can see and the occasional church tower or cowbell: those seeking relaxation will find peace and quiet in the four Lechtal time-out villages of Gramais, Hinterhornbach, Kaisers and Pfafflar. In the original mountain villages with 40 to 130 inhabitants, people are simply content.

In the Wipptal valley, people recharge their batteries at the Marienbrunnen fountain. The Maria Waldrast healing spring above Matrei am Brenner has been said to have a health-promoting effect since the 16th century. The pilgrimage site with monastery inn at the foot of the Serles is a popular hiking destination in both summer and winter.

The Yapadu Summit between the Wilder Kaiser and the Kitzbüheler Horn in St. Johann is all about the many facets of happiness. Mindfulness hikes, informative talks on crisis management and yoga sessions in relaxing natural surroundings are on the programme of the summer event.

Bathing in the forest means immersing yourself in nature with all your senses, switching off from everyday life, relaxing and perhaps finding new paths in the process. Accompanied by nature coach Verena Hiltpolt, guests in Seefeld can enjoy forest bathing - a Japanese wellness trend that is good for you.

Whether soothing, refreshing or stabilising, water can have many effects - including healing. Sebastian Kneipp recognised this in the 19th century. In Tyrol, there are numerous Kneipp facilities for treading water and walking barefoot. This can prevent flat feet and strengthen tendons.

Whether soothing, refreshing or stabilising, water can have many effects - including healing. Sebastian Kneipp recognised this in the 19th century. In Tyrol, there are numerous Kneipp facilities for treading water and walking barefoot. This can prevent flat feet and strengthen tendons.