The renovation attempted to keep the facade minimalist using untreated local wood without altering the traditional architecture of the area. Some furniture could also be restored inside. All wooden elements, such as the four-meter-long oak table, were made on site. Other household items were obtained from a local recycling center and second hand stores. These were then combined with contemporary new pieces of furniture.

At MoaAlm, the emphasis is on sustainability and a healthy lifestyle. This is also reflected in the cuisine, as all meals are vegan, made from the freshest ingredients, preferably from the region and organic. The chefs create seasonal, excellent 3-course menus and are happy to take intolerances and allergies into consideration. The freshly baked cakes taste particularly good after an active day in the great outdoors and are also gluten-free on request. The rich breakfast offers all plant-based alternatives as well as locally produced eggs, milk and cheese.

Despite—or perhaps because of—MoaAlm’s remote location at 1,800 metres and with no neighbours in sight, staying connected to the local community is deeply important to the hosts. They actively support and collaborate with local structures, businesses, and producers. From working with certified local hiking guides and outdoor providers, to sourcing firewood, cheese, and even geraniums from nearby farms and suppliers, MoaAlm is rooted in the region. The small team of four lives and works on-site. Long-term cooperation, fair pay, social benefits and the freedom to enjoy the surrounding mountains are simply part of the way things are run—because a happy team creates a place where guests feel good, too.

The house was fully insulated and equipped with an energy-efficient heating system supported by solar panels. All water comes directly from a nearby mountain spring—pure, untreated, and safe to drink. Hot water is primarily heated by solar energy, with a boiler as a backup on longer cloudy stretches. Original furniture from the former mountain hut was upcycled. Only natural cleaning products are used and single-use plastics are avoided. The wood-fired hot tub is designed with efficiency in mind and is treated without chemicals. The wildflower garden surrounding the house thrives without irrigation and supports local biodiversity. As a partner business of the National Park Hohe Tauern, MoaAlm helps foster awareness and appreciation for the wild beauty of East Tyrol.

Daily yoga at MoaAlm offers a chance to reconnect—balancing body, mind, and spirit after active days in the mountains. Each morning begins a Vinyasa class, or they offer gentle restorative or yin yoga session in the afternoon. Wether you’re new to yoga or already have a steady practice, the focus is on enjoying movement, building strength and flexibility, and finding stillness.