The history of the Hoferhof
We present the history of the Hoferhof.
1611 – first documented mention of what was then “Hofer Guth”
1799
Josef Stiegler takes over the farm. The family traditionally always passes the farm on to their children, so the roots can still be found today.
1910
Josefa Pilz (née Stiegler) and Peter Pilz take over the farm
1933
The daughter Josefa Pilz takes over and she married Heinrich Pilz from Fastenberg. Together they also create guest beds at the Hoferhof with active livestock and dairy farming. In addition to senior partner Herbert, the marriage also produced 6 children.
1973
Handover of the farm from Josefa Pilz to her second son Herbert Pilz.
1975
Senior boss Herbert and senior boss Susanne get married and have 3 sons. Acquisition of the parents' farm with the main income from livestock and dairy farming and they also managed the guest rooms in the farmhouse.
1987
The apartment house was added.
1989
It was converted to organic farming and the Hoferalm was also purchased at this time.
2000
The switch from dairy farming to mother-cow farming follows this year through the acquisition of our own hunting. The entire herd of cows spends the summer months on the mountain pasture.
2016
Handover to the second son Andreas with his wife Corina. The breakfast room was renovated and expanded in 2018.
You work on the farm with two lovely sons and have many visions and plans for the future.
Today, in addition to farming, the Hoferhof offers cozy rooms and apartments for holiday guests. These accommodations combine rustic charm with modern comforts, allowing guests to immerse themselves in rural life without sacrificing amenities. The farm is an ideal destination for families looking for an authentic insight into life on a farm while enjoying the beauty of the Austrian Alps.
The long history of the Hoferhof, coupled with the modern focus on organic farming and hospitality, makes it a special place where tradition and modernity flow harmoniously together. The farm is not only a witness to history, but also an active participant in shaping a more sustainable future.
The Pilz family and the Hoferhof team