Entries by Marius

In the Heart of the Anti-Atlas – A Journey Between Jbel Siroua, Tafraoute, and the Canyons of the South

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There are journeys you plan. And then there are journeys that shape you. The Anti-Atlas belongs to the second category. Seven days in one of the oldest mountain ranges on Earth—between extinct volcanoes, rose-colored granite rocks, and silent Berber villages whose names appear on no tourist map. Those who come here do not come despite […]

37 great Mountain Quotes

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Are you looking for the best mountain quotes? We have listed for you a list of 37 beautiful quotes on mountains, nature, and mountain sports by famous people that we think are the best. And the best part: all the quotes are verified and sourced! Let’s start with a classic from Reinhold Messner: “The mountains […]

7 Tipps for taking better Landscape photos with a Drone

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Your landscape photos with your drone are boring and don’t stand out? No problem, that’s the case for many drone beginners and we’ve already helped many aspiring drone photographers take their photos to the next level. I have 7 tips for you on how to take better landscape photos with a dr

Dazzling Daybreak! Catch the Gorgeous Sunrise Aura on Nockspitze Hike

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When you have a date with a sunset, just like with a regular meeting, the best bet is to be there before the agreed time – every photographer knows that. With the right aperture and shutter speed, make the best of your subject matter on an incredible and very accessible Nockspitze hike in the Austrian Alps (Tyrol). Learn more about this backpacking route, grab your equipment and join us.

Family+Photo-Friendly Nordkette Hike – Alpine Pastures and Tyrolean Delicacies at Arzler Hut + Umbrüggler Hut above Innsbruck

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Hiking adventure, no matter how small, is a one-day reservation at least, so it’s essential to carry with you some fuel in a form of food and water. But on this Nordkette stroll through breathtaking pastures, you will find out the benefits of huts that give their part to your local experience – in a form of views, shelter and cuisine. Located not far above the city and at the foot of the Nordkette, Innsbruck’s alpine pastures are a popular destination for the whole family and can often be reached on foot in winter. So wait no longer, find out everything you need to know about this trip and join Mountain Moments in this family and photo-friendly thrill-hike.

Best Austrian Photo Spot? Salfeins Hike With Breathtaking Views of the Tyrolean Dolomites

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The Alps or the Dolomites, sometimes it’s not easy to decide when planning your next hiking expedition. The comforting thing is, no matter what you decide, the other option often lingers in the distance in your camera’s reach, so you always seem to be in a win-win situation. Wonderful hike to the famous Austria photo spot with the view to the Kalkkögeln is the trip we cover here today, on Mountain Moments.

Run 30k Patscherkofel Mountain Trail along 1000-Y-Old Pine Trees

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Zirbe, the Tyrolean national shrine in the alpine forest, has stone pine trees that shame human life expectancy with their impressive 1000-year-long run. You can face them on this 31-kilometer Patscherkofel hiking route, which is moderately challenging, and more accessible than it may sound at first. Grab your hiking and photography equipment and explore this part of the Austrian Alps with Mountain Moments.

Hiking the Alps in Spring: What you need to know

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When hiking in the Alps in spring, the snow conditions are an important factor to consider, as they can change quickly due to snow melt and temperature changes. Here are some things you should keep in mind. Spring is a wonderful time to hike in the European Alps and enjoy the first warm rays of […]

Nordkette Vertical Run – Can you Handle the 1600 Meters of Altitude?

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When we talk about a hiking trail difficulty level, we grade the complexity of the path itself. Whoever wants to, of course, can upgrade the challenge. A good example is Nordkette’s 1600 meters of altitude in Innsbruck, which some decide to cover without a single short breather. This is the Innsbruck vertical run – also called cable car climb. Are you up for the challenge? Find out everything you need to know about this hiking route below.

Sellrain Multi-Day-Trek – Discover untouched nature in Austrian Alps

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Sometimes it’s nice to hit the mute button and just switch to a real-life, improvised documentary that is the nature around us. Just imagine the lonely landscape without lifts, cars, and noise. Busy modern life briefly in our rear-view mirror, and silence and pure relaxation in front of us – this is what it’s all about here at Mountain Moments. We always have something on our mind, and this time it’s a 50+kilometer hiking route with Sellrain Valley as one of the stops. Are you in? You are welcomed to join us!

Reach Brandjochkreuz – Super Steep Hike + Trailrun Above Innsbruck

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On a knife’s edge, this mountain run climbs steeply and airily to what is probably the most striking peak of the Nordkette: the Vordere Brandjochspitze. Are you skilled enough, photography and hiking-wise, for this challenging hike? Join Mountain Moments on this trip if the answer is yes. Adrenaline is its middle name, and danger runs […]

Local’s favoruite trail run in Innsbruck: Stangensteig – Natural After-Work Run

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If you are a fan of running, but you never practiced the “trail” version of this outdoor activity, get ready to jog into a new dimension. On the other hand, if this is something you enjoy often, you know exactly how soul-healing and obstacle disguising this kind of environment can be. In many cities around the world, people get together for a drink or an after-work run. In Innsbruck, it’s not much different, so grab your running equipment and join us.

Hiker’s and Mountain Biker’s Challenge – Reach Höttinger Alm Terrace on 900m Altitude

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On this 24-kilometer easy-to-medium hiking/biking route in Innsbruck (Austria), there are two huts that provide backpackers and nature lovers with the opportunity to recuperate and recharge – Arzler Alm and Höttinger Alm. However, one is more popular than the other, and the main reason is the terrace with an astonishing view. Visit the Hottinger Hut with the help of Mountain Moments, and get ready to take some breathtaking photos while you are there.