Places

In the heart of the Hohe Tauern National Park lies the idyllic cultural and herb village of Hollersbach. Herb gardens, a Bee educational trail and a stream educational trail ensure eventful days in this Pinzgauer village of about 1,200 inhabitants.

The town of Elixhausen is situated only about 10km north of the UNESCO World Heritage City of Salzburg. This perfect location, the idyllic landscape and the beautiful local nature make Elixhausen a particularly popular holiday destination. About 2,800 inhabitants have chosen Elixhausen as their home. That’s no surprise - the ideal geographical location and close proximity to the city are not found that often.

Wald lies at the foot of the Gerlos Pass, in the middle of Hohe Tauern National Park and on the border with Tyrol. This small, friendly town is an ideal base for relaxing walks, high-alpine hikes and skiing experiences in the Zillertal Arena.

Bad Hofgastein is a true paradise for mountain lovers and sports enthusiasts. The village has retained its original charm and you can enjoy a relaxed holiday here in the midst of the Gastein mountains.

Uttendorf, the National Park Village in the Upper Pinzgau district, enchants with a combination of mountains, lakes and glaciers. Vacationers find numerous opportunities for fun and sports next to the swimming lake, in Weisssee Glacier World, as well as the countryside surrounding this idyllic village.

The small community of St. Georgen is embedded in the soft hilly landscape of Salzburg's Flachau region, and is thus the perfect starting point for relaxing holidays away from the daily hustle and bustle.

Arrive and relax. This happens so easily in this idyllic holiday village, located on the Haunsberg at 835m above sea level. Around 20 kilometres from Salzburg, Nußdorf am Haunsberg is the ideal starting point for day trips to Salzburg, Oberndorf and the surrounding mountains and lakes.

Unternberg is located in the UNESCO Biosphere Park Salzburg Lungau and is an ideal starting point for many bicycle and mountain bike tours, hikes and excursions. In unspoilt nature you can quite easily get away from the daily stress. Enjoy unforgettable days in the Unternberg holiday region of Lungau.

The small medieval houses in the town of Hallein nestle picturesquely into the surrounding mountainous backdrop. Hallein dates back to the pre-Christian century and owes its former wealth to the salt which was mined on the Dürrnberg by the Celts. This mountain still dominates the town and its surroundings today.

The closer you get to the picturesque holiday resort of Filzmoos, the further the stress of everyday life is left behind. Nestled in the magnificent mountain world on all sides, Filzmoos offers the best conditions for sustainable holiday enjoyment. Whether hiking, mountaineering, cycling or mountain biking - Filzmoos warmly welcomes its guests!

The town of Lofer in Salzburger Saalachtal has a population of around 2,000 and is situated in the north of the Pinzgau region. In summer, the holiday resort scores points with the Lofer alpine world for hikers, bikers and families. The impressive kayak world championship course on the Saalach River attracts fearless white-water sports enthusiasts to Lofer.

The holiday region Fuschl am See is located in the picturesque Salzkammergut in SalzburgerLand. The city of Salzburg with its wealth of art and culture is just 20km away and also the Emperors City of Bad Ischl is not far away. The surrounding mountains majestically frame Fuschlsee. Its crystal clear waters are illuminated in the most beautiful shades of blue and green and are best admired from the surrounding peaks.

Unken, the gateway to Pinzgau, opens up completely new views of the Salzburger Saalachtal and welcomes its guests with a breathtaking mountain panorama.

In the idyllic „Valley of Alpine Pastures“, around 40 farmed alpine huts with homemade delicacies and around 400 kilometres of well-signposted hiking trails are waiting to be discovered. Mountain bikers can expect a network of trails totalling 160 km and 14,000 metres in altitude in the Grossarl Valley. The beautiful long-distance hiking trail "Salzburger Almenweg" leads through Großarl and how about a hike from alpine pasture to alpine pasture - without any luggage?

At the entrance to the Gastein Valley, you are welcomed by the picturesque holiday resort of Dorfganstein. The family-friendly community enchants with breathtaking nature, warm hospitality and perfect conditions for unforgettable days of hiking, family excursions, biking or a culinary highlight at the huts.

Nature meant well with Weißpriach: lush green meadows and mountain pastures, imposing mountain views as far as the eye can see and the pure fresh air make this town so especially relaxing. Weißpriach offers the right activity for every taste and level, whether hiking, mountain climbing, horse-riding, swimming, easy biking tours or demanding mountain bike trails.

Whoever spends their summer holiday in the National Park Community of Muhr, should pack their hiking boots. The numerous hiking opportunities for every level do both the body and mind good and help with active relaxation. If you prefer something a bit more relaxed, sit back on the house bench and simply enjoy the unspoilt landscape.

Wals-Siezenheim is one of Salzburg's largest surrounding communities with a population of almost 12,000 inhabitants. Diverse entertainment offers and the proximity to the city of Mozart make the place attractive as a tourist destination.

World Heritage City, Mozart's bithplace, the location of The Sound of Music, the meeting place for top culture at the annual Salzburg Festival, and interspersed between are spacious squares, hidden inner courtyards, small alleyways and two mountains in the middle of the city. To describe Salzburg with just one word is impossible.

The holiday town of Saalfelden in Pinzgau is the largest town in the Pinzgau area with approximately 16,700 inhabitants. Especially in the cultural scene, Saalfelden has an excellent reputation thanks to the International Jazz Festival. In winter, the holiday town distinguishes itself through its expertise in the Nordic sector.

The picturesque village of Grödig, just eight kilometres away from the city of Salzburg, is marked by the striking size of the Untersberg Mountain. But regardless of its huge size, this mountain offers numerous, varied experiences. Away from the steep mountain walls, this community has a lot to offer guests.

Adnet, located in Salzburg’s Tennengau, is known for its famous Adnet marble. During a visit you are always surrounded by marble.

Summer holidays are devoted to active recreation in untouched nature. In and around St Andrä, there are very well signposted cycling paths, which also give families with children a lot of pleasure. Numerous walking paths and hiking routes make that "Adventure Outdoors" so really exciting.

Holidaymakers find peace & quiet, recreation and untouched natural landscapes in the small, delightful village of Viehhofen, located at the entrance to Glemmtal Valley. Viehhofen is also an insider tip for skiers wanting to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of an idyllic village, in combination with having two world-famous ski areas close by. An array of cultural as well as sporting activities also guarantee a variety-filled and utterly rejuvenating holiday during the summertime.

With its diverse hiking and activity offers, such as the 2km long summer toboggan run or the Postalm Family Ski Area, Abtenau is as worth a holiday in summer as in winter.

Right at the entrance to the Salzburger Sports World, Radstadt welcomes it guests. This old mountain town, as this Pongau holiday town is called, is just as versatile as it is authentic. The picturesque location between the high mountains and the lush green landscape, the proximity to selected natural experiences and the hospitality of the locals are what makes Radstadt so attractive.

Together with Großarl, Hüttschlag forms the Grossarl Valley - the so-called "Valley of Alpine Pastures". Traditionally, the 40 alpine huts are still managed and hikers are served homemade delicacies and warm hospitality. The impressive mountain landscape impresses with its variety of hiking options.

How do you best discover the Katschberg region? In hiking boots, of course! The many signposted hiking trails lead you to the most beautiful places in the district. Find out which place is your family’s favourite on a hike. You decide whether to climb the mountains here in a sporty or in a more comfortable way.

Wonderful! After a tasty breakfast, the Obertrumer See is waiting. A walk along the shore? A day at the lake? Or a sailing trip? The nature in and around Oberndorf offers a lot with its soft hills, the nearby mountain peaks and the ever present lake. The City of Mozart is also not far away.

Quiet and friendly, a little paradise. This is how one describes the holiday town of Göriach. This Lungau town has a population of around 350. The mountains surrounding this contemplative town are however somewhat higher. Numerous mountains around the town are higher than 2,500m with the highest of them being the 2,862m high Hochgolling.

This community in the Lammertal Valley, is the home of the famous Salzburg skier Marcel Hirscher. The Lammertal Dachstein West ski area is ideal for discovering a love of winter sports. But even in summer, you can also dive into the fascinating Salzburg mountain world in and around Annaberg.

Whoever visits the idyllic town of Thomatal-Schönfeld during the summer months will be amazed by the tranquility, the fresh air, the landscape with lush green meadows as if from a picture book, the living traditions and the sheer unending hospitality of the locals.

On the smooth slopes of the Salzburger Haunsberg hills lies the idyllic community of Berndorf. Nature has been kind to this village and the ideal geographical location supplies Berndorf with many hours of sunshine all year round.

If you drive south from the festival town, you will reach the picturesquely situated holiday resort of St. Johann in just 60 kilometres. St. Johann is very popular for its historic town with its shopping facilities and the surrounding nature in the middle of Ski amadé.

Getting married in Oberndorf! A dream for many Salzburg people. In the lovely Silent Night chapel, which still today has the magical feeling of a Christmas miracle. After the bonfire, everyone is invited into the tasty Inns for a stop and a rest. How about a holiday here, where you can spend the most wonderful days of your life?

Only a few kilometres away from the city of Salzburg, the idyllic Großgmain is located in the middle of the country. Protected by the legendary Untersberg Mountain and under the protection of the Mother of God who the famous pilgrimage church is dedicated to.

A true splendour of Alpine flowers and Alpine herbs give off their wonderful scents. The lovingly maintained courtyard gardens and farm garden invite you to marvel at and enjoy the floral art and tradition. No wonder, then, that these villages have several times been awarded the flower village of the year. During the summer months, motor vehicles are banned from the Pölltal so peace and fresh air are guaranteed.

In Henndorf, life in summer is played out directly on the Wallersee. Starting in the morning after breakfast with a swim around the lake, later a mountain tour on the Steinwandl and in the evening delicious meals on the lake terrace.

These two small towns are idyllically situated at around 1,000 metres above sea level. For those who want to spend a relaxing holiday in the mountains of Salzburg, away from large crowds, here you will find the perfect conditions.

Marvellously familiar: Welcome to Eben im Pongau – our small town,
filled with true hospitality, alive old traditions and mystic hideaways.
To experience Eben means, to grab family and friends, go on real
adventures, travel and discover new paths. As well as to experience
powerfulness and relaxation, enjoy widths and heights. This is the place
where you find the little things in life that can make you grow.