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This community in the Lammertal Valley, is the home of the current most famous Salzburg skier, Marcel Hirscher. The Lammertal-Dachstein West ski region is ideally suited for discovering the love of winter sports.

The fantastic location between the picturesque Zelller See and the Kitzsteinhorn make the small town of Kaprun, with approximately 3000 inhabitants, the perfect holiday destination. The Kitzsteinhorn Mountain offers skiing and hiking delights at 3,000 metres above sea level.

The Pinzgauer community of Rauris is located at 950m above sea level in the Hohe Tauern National Park. Hikers, mountain climbers, skiers and families feel as equally at home in the Rauris Valley as birds of prey watchers and gold-diggers.

The high altitude of the Katschberg allows skiing, even when elsewhere there are still only green pastures. Throughout the winter Katschberg offers the best conditions for your skiing holiday. With accommodation directly on the slopes, skiing fun for the whole family is pre-programmed on the Katschberg.

Emperor Franz Josef I. was known for his good taste. Ultimately, large cities have his beautiful spirit to thank for the fact that they are still today so marvellously imperial. Just like Bad Ischl, the cultural heart of the Salzkammergut.

A winter holiday in Rennweg means pure romance. For cross-country skiers in the snow-covered Pölltal, the motto is “Let’s head outside”. Or take a guided ski tour to the surrounding peaks. The winter hiking trails around Rennweg are particularly beautiful. The free ski shuttle takes real skiing fans up to the Katschberg Mountain and back again. And after a variety-packed day outside, a crackling fireplace is already waiting with your host. Simply wonderful!

It is definitely a little eerie. Our torches throw shadows through the dark forest while our fingers and noses freeze a little. But as long as Hans Greischberger is with us, this adventure in the Devil's Grave is a scarily beautiful experience. This Organic Farmer from Seeham tells very interesting stories on the torch-lit hike.

The small community of St. Koloman is located away from frequented tourist paths, making it a true natural Idyll in the adventure and pleasure region of Tennengau.

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.

Eugendorf refers to itself as the gateway to Salzburg and is not far wrong. It is the ideal combination of a friendly village atmosphere and being close to city which makes the place.

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.

The multiple award-winning slopes of the Großarltal-Dorfgastein ski area are what make Großarl in winter so unique. Winter sports enthusiasts can enjoy slopes with guaranteed snow and vast ski touring areas. Looking for a snow-shoe hike? Enjoy one of the guided tours to the locals’ favourite haunts.

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.

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.

This small Lammertal Community is above all known for its spectacular Lammer gorge. In winter Scheffau is an ideal starting point for a relaxed family skiing holiday.

Pfarrwerfen is simply the best for those people seeking a restful holiday in the Salzburg Mountain region.

Whoever visits the Gastein Valley will first encounter the picturesque holiday town of Dorfgastein. This family-friendly town is like the neighbouring Bad Gastein and Bad Hofgastein in the Hohe Tauern National Park and enchants with stunning nature all around.

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

The idyllic village of Hollersbach, in the Hohe Tauern National Park, is an ideal starting point for winter sports enthusiasts with its Kitzbühel Alpine Panorama Cable Car. 170km of slopes and rustic mountain huts await in this Kitzbühel ski area.

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.

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.

Wonderful! After a tasty breakfast, the Obertrumer See is waiting. A walk along the shore? A winter hike through the snow-covered landscape? Or a visit to the Christmas market? 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.

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.

In winter, when Koppl is covered in a blanket of snow, the first cross-country skiers forge their tracks through the town centre. Visiting Koppl in the quiet time of year will get you right in the Christmas mood with a trip to the Guggenthaler Advent Church.

In winter, snow-covered winter hiking trails invite you for a romantic walk. Walk along the frozen Wallersee, through the Christmassy villages and onto the pre-Christmas Gut Aiderbichl. The City of Salzburg, with its famous Christmas market, is less than 20 minutes away by car - how about a nice warm Punsch?

On the steep slopes of the waterfall skyscrapers line up close together - this is reminiscent of a skyline and what gave Bad Gastein the name "Village of Skyscrapers".

The town of Lofer in Salzburg's Saalach Valley has approximately 2,000 inhabitants and is situated in the north of Pinzgau. With its Alpine world, Lofer scores big as a holiday resort for hiking, winter sports enthusiasts and families. The imposing world championship kayak course on the Saalach pulls fearless wild water sportspeople into Lofer.

The town of Mittersill lies in the middle of the Hohe Tauern National Park Holiday Region and is also home to the National Park Headquarters as well as a state-of-the-art National Park exhibition center, "National Park Worlds". Mittersill also promises an array of sporting highlights, traditional and cultural events, as well as special shopping experiences.

A holiday is all about recharging your batteries, pampering yourself and just having a great time. Whether as a couple, the whole family, with friends or just on one's own - adventures and experiences await which will be remembered for a long time. A holiday in Wagrain-Kleinarl is twice the experience for the most wonderful time.

Only a few minutes away from the Winter Sports Paradise of Obertauern lies the neighbouring Untertauern. Calmer, smaller and full of hospitality, this winter sports town invites you for recreation in unspoilt nature.

The water-birds have chosen a particularly beautiful place here. In the morning, when the fog rises above the picturesque Wallersee, they are already making their first flights in the distance. A walk along the Wallersee lake leads from Seekirchen through Neumarkt and Henndorf. Nice coffee houses invite you in to warm up and relax...

Flachau is located in the midst of the Salzburger Sportwelt. Whoever leaves the everyday behind and treats themself to a break in this picturesque holiday location will experience fun, action, recuperation and relaxation, hospitality and pleasure. The surrounding mountains and the wonderful air, as well as the diverse sporting offers make one's holiday complete.

Lässig means laid-back and the Pinzgauer holiday destination of Saalbach Hinterglemm offers the largest skiing area in Austria with the Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn over 270km of ski slopes. A real Freerider Paradise, Snowparks, Toboggan runs and perfectly prepared slopes ensure endless laid-back days in the snow.

The Pongau town of Werfenweng stands under the motto of 'Gentle Mobility'. Environmentally friendly travel can begin here as soon as you arrive and continues with attractive, free offers for gentle mobility.

In winter the Ramingstein-Karneralm region invites you for pristine snow pleasure. The snowy landscape is loved by both Ski Touring fans and Snowshoeing fans. Also when visitng Ramingstein, don't pass up the chance for a romantic winter hike.

Between Speiereck and Katschberg lies a winter wonderland for snow loving holiday-makers. Christmas time here is especially atmospheric.

The town of Bürmoos is only about 25 kilometres from Salzburg and offers itself as a starting point for your explorations through the picturesque SalzburgerLand. This town which is surrounded by Birch trees is a jewel of comfort.

Known for its Woodworking Schools, the town of Kuchl is situated close to the main county town of Hallein in the wide plain of the Salzach River Valley. The surrounding mountains of the Tennen and Hagen mountain ranges are suitable for sports activities. Many attractive excursion destinations are located in the immediate vicinity.

Walk along the peaceful Wallersee, watch the fishermen and their boats, and enjoy the reflective mood in the idyllic towns. This is how beautiful winter time is in Neumarkt am Wallersee. For skiers and snowboarders, the nearby slopes are waiting. Maybe there is also time for a visit to Salzburg's old town.

Taxenbach (elev. 776m) is a National Park village located in Pinzgau at the entrance to Rauris Valley. Kitzlochklamm Natural Monument is a popular excursion destination, while the surrounding ski areas in Rauris and Gastein are within quick, easy reach by free ski bus.