Like a green thread, the beauty of nature weaves through the Tyrolean mountains and alpine meadows of the Zillertal, reaching all the way to the edge of town into Das Kaltenbach – Aparthotel. There, it quietly shines on in the design, more than ever since the gentle “glow up.”
Rooted in Tradition, Rising in Design
From the outside, everything appears as it always has, but behind the traditional facades of the Tyrolean mountain village, something has quietly and unobtrusively changed. Over the past weeks, the rooms and suites here have received an update that blends modern design even more deeply with the calm and natural beauty of the surroundings. You can feel that hosts Stephan und Isabella Haas know their roots and with their unique passion for design, they turn it into something truly special.
Natural Plays of Light
The soft twilight before sunrise, the clear daylight, the warm glow of the Alps, and sunbeams dancing through the forest — a day in the Zillertal tells a story of ever-changing light moods. At Das Kaltenbach, it is the iconic Occhio lights that, inspired by these natural spectacles, create enchanting moments of illumination. In the Kristallchalet Deluxe, the new Luna fixture floats like a gentle moon, while the delicate Sento reading lights by the bed quietly provide just enough light for reading. And where the many tall rooms with exposed roof beams open upward, Mito adds even more spaciousness and elegance to the scene.
Whispers on the Wall
The walls are softly brought to life with wallpapers featuring nature-inspired motifs, gently inviting the outdoors inside. Every now and then, the atmosphere becomes more vivid and tangible — thanks to the artworks by Der Rostpinsel. Here, scenes from traditional Tyrolean everyday life are captured with oil paints on rusted steel plates, making the love for the local nature almost tangible.
What Feels Good in Everyday Life!
And outside? There, natural stones on the spa terrace and Dedon outdoor furniture blend seamlessly with the breathtaking scenery, creating a nature-inspired holiday feeling that feels just like coming home. A beautiful everyday life that can continue here. A green thread running through it all, literally — even when everything outside is wrapped in winter white.
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photos: Hannes Niederkofler