Villas in Matrei in Osttirol
Matrei in Osttirol is a market town in the Hohe Tauern that suits walkers and ski-tourers wanting a working-town base. It sits in the valley at 975 m rather than on the snow, so the big peaks are a drive or a walk away, and the homes here are mostly small.
- Villas
- 10
- From, per week
- £557
About Matrei in Osttirol
Matrei is a market town of just under 4,700 people, in the Lienz district and the Hohe Tauern range. The municipality covers about 278 square kilometres and climbs to the glaciated Großvenediger, at more than 3,600 m, so the town is a valley base with high mountains behind it. It is one of the places where visitors can get into the Hohe Tauern National Park. Homes are spread around the town, mostly small, and some have a sauna or a private pool. Tourism, seasonal farming and forestry are the main livelihoods, which gives it the feel of a place that works all year. Check opening times before an off-season visit.
Is Matrei in Osttirol right for you?
- Best for
- Mountain walkers and ski-tourers wanting a market-town base
- Not for you if
- You want a village right on the snow, as Matrei is a market town in the valley at 975 m.
Near Matrei in Osttirol
Lienz
The district town about 29 km south, with Bruck Castle, around 750 years old, which houses the city museum.
Großvenediger
The main peak of the Venediger Group and the highest point of Matrei's municipal area; its glaciated summit lies in the Hohe Tauern National Park.
Iseltrail
A 75 km walking route in five stages from Lienz to the glacier mouth inside the national park.
Getting to Matrei in Osttirol
Matrei lies about 29 km north of Lienz in the Hohe Tauern, and the Felbertauern road tunnel, built in 1967, greatly improved access to the area. Work out the drive from your chosen airport before booking, and plan to arrive by car.
When to go to Matrei in Osttirol
Summer suits hiking, cycling and mountain biking, with the high peaks of the national park above the valley. Winter brings skiing, cross-country and winter hiking across East Tyrol's five ski areas. Between the two seasons, check what is open before you travel.
Villas in Matrei in Osttirol
4-star property
Wellnessapartment
Matrei in Osttirol, Eastern Tyrol, Austria
6
2
0
ParkingDishwasherFireplace+9 more
from£211
per night
4-star property
Goldried Park
Matrei in Osttirol, Eastern Tyrol, Austria
4
1
0
ParkingDishwasherFireplace+9 more
from£177
per night
3-star property
Wellnessapartment
Matrei in Osttirol, Eastern Tyrol, Austria
8
3
0
ParkingFireplacePool+8 more
from£228
per night
1-Bedroom Home, Matrei in Osttirol
Matrei in Osttirol, Eastern Tyrol, Austria
2
1
0
Air ConBBQParking+8 more
from£104
per night
5-star property
1-Bedroom Home, Matrei in Osttirol
Matrei in Osttirol, Eastern Tyrol, Austria
2
1
0
Air ConBBQParking+8 more
from£84
per night
Zedlacherhof
Matrei in Osttirol, Eastern Tyrol, Austria
2
1
0
Air ConBBQParking+8 more
from£104
per night
5-star property
Zedlacherhof
Matrei in Osttirol, Eastern Tyrol, Austria
2
1
0
BBQParkingDishwasher+8 more
from£80
per night
5-star property
4-Bedroom Home, Matrei in Osttirol
Matrei in Osttirol, Eastern Tyrol, Austria
10
4
0
ParkingDishwasherGarden+11 more
1-Bedroom Home, Matrei in Osttirol
Matrei in Osttirol, Eastern Tyrol, Austria
2
1
0
Air ConBBQParking+8 more
from£95
per nightMatrei in Osttirol villa holidays: questions answered
Is Matrei in Osttirol good for walking holidays?
Yes. The town sits at 975 m inside the Hohe Tauern range, and East Tyrol has 21 long-distance trails and more than 260 peaks over 3,000 m. The 75 km Iseltrail starts in Lienz, about 29 km south.
Is Matrei in Osttirol a ski resort?
It is a market town more than a resort. East Tyrol has five ski areas and about 400 km of cross-country trails, but Matrei itself is a working valley town at 975 m rather than a purpose-built snow village.
How big is Matrei in Osttirol?
Small as a town, huge as an area. Just under 4,700 people live in a municipality of about 278 square kilometres that runs up to the Großvenediger, at more than 3,600 m. Our homes cluster around the town itself.
Do homes in Matrei in Osttirol have saunas?
Some do, and some have a private pool. Most homes here are small, sleeping two or so, with a few larger ones for groups, so check each listing for what is included.
Written by the TrustedVillas team. Last reviewed October 2026.
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