Places

The rural charm, the diverse recreational opportunities, as well as the proximity to Salzburg make Bergheim the perfect starting point for a city trip.

Only 20 kilometres from the city of Salzburg, Faistenau is situated in a quiet side valley. On a sunny high plateau of the Osterhorn mountain range. Whoever leaves the long panoramic road and turns into this valley will soon forget the outside world. Faistenau is idyllically nestled between scenic mountain ridges and lush meadows.

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

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.

The Tennengau community of Oberalm is ideally located between Hallein and the Mozart city of Salzburg with its numerous sights and attractions. Oberalm itself however also has something special to offer.

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.

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.

Arrive, relax and enjoy in the holiday region Salzburger Sonnenterrasse. The ideal location on a sunny plateau in the Salzach Valley gives you especially many hours of sunshine.

The proximity to the state capital of Salzburg and the many attractions in the Tennengau region are highly appreciated by the countless visitos to Puch near Hallein.

The tranquil village of Bramberg, with a population of around 4,000, lies at the foot of the Wildkogel, characterized by its original, authentic atmosphere and boundless charm. Located in the heart of the family-friendly Wildkogel Arena, you can enjoy skiing and boarding on 62 kilometers of perfectly groomed pistes. On the world’s longest toboggan run – an incredible 14 kilometers in total – even after dark, boundless fun & action is practically guaranteed!

When winter covers the idyllic Unternberg in a blanket of snow, an unforgettable holiday in a winter wonderland is guaranteed. After a relaxing night by your host, an extensive breakfast awaits. The skis are freshly waxed and the slopes are ready in the snow-assured Aineck-Katschberg ski area.

The fantastic location between the picturesque Lake Zell and the Kitzsteinhorn makes the small holiday resort of Kaprun the perfect holiday destination. It boasts biking and hiking trails at up to 3,000 metres above sea level and a glacier, which offers TOP snow quality and provides skiing fun between autumn and early summer.

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.

The small municipality of Hallwang has the charm of a typical Austrian village, and as a neighbourhood of Salzburg is at the same time an ideal starting point for excursions into the Salzburg Lakes region, the Salzkammergut and also the city.

At the entrance to the Gastein Valley, you are welcomed by the picturesque resort of Dorfganstein. The family-friendly community enchants with breathtaking nature, warm hospitality and perfect conditions for unforgettable days in the snow. Cross-country skiers, skiers, snowshoe hikers or tourers will find their down-to-earth sports paradise here.

The newly revived imperial town of Bad Gastein lies between thundering water and imperial splendour buildings. A place that invigorates and makes both body and soul take off.

A house on Lake Wolfgang. Right on the water. All the time. Many Salzburg people dream of this happiness. Anyone who spends their holidays at the Lake Wolfgang receives at least a piece of this paradise.

Naturally. Cordial. Sporty. In Altenmarkt-Zauchensee, double holiday happiness awaits those seeking relaxation, nature lovers, families and connoisseurs. The choice of leisure activities is varied all year round. While Altenmarkt (842 m), the idyllic village in the wide valley is known for its unique charm, the World Cup resort of Zauchensee at 1,350 m against the backdrop of an imposing mountain panorama fascinates with the highest level of comfort and pure nature.

About 50km south of the Mozart City lies the idyllic Bischofshofen. This winter sports paradise has clearly earnt the right to host the Four Hills Tournament „Vierschanzentournee".

The tranquil village of Piesendorf is located in the district of Zell am See in the beautiful SalzburgerLand and has around 3,900 inhabitants. Piesendorf lies on the sunny side of the top ski destinations of Zell am See-Kaprun. The wide range of pistes on offer at Schmittenhöhe and the Kitzsteinhorn glacier ski area are almost on your doorstep.

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.

Russbach is located between the Dachstein Mountain and the Wolfgangsee, away from the stream of tourists. Families especially find here the best holiday conditions all year round.

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.

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 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.

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

The Upper Pinzgau community of Krimml, with a population of around 860, lies at 1,100 m above sea level at the foot of the Gerlos Pass, in the heart of Hohe Tauern National Park Holiday Region and the Zillertal Arena. Krimml is famous far beyond Austria's borders as the home of the tallest waterfalls in Europe, dropping a total of 380m. In winter, Krimml/Hochkrimml allows an easy step into the "Zillertal Arena's" 147 km of magical ski slopes and winter hiking routes.

It was cold in winter 1818 when the church-goers went to mass in the small St. Nicola church. The magic of Christmas was omnipresent. Only a couple of hours before the mass, the priest Joseph Mohr, asked the organist Franz Gruber to write a melody for 2 solo voices, a choir and a guitar accompanyment. When it was played, everyone spoke of a Christmas miracle and that's how the most famous Christmas Carol was born.

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.

In winter, romantic winter hiking trails await. Snowy sledding slopes, an illuminated curling rink and a skating rink for big and small adventurers. Cross-country skiers enjoy the trails rising up through the Lungau cross-country ski network.

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.

The winter in Lessach also has a lot to offer. Whether on a wonderful ski tour on the Gumma or the Lachriegel, on the 8km cross-country skiing trail through the "Hintere Lessachtal" or along the winter hiking trails - the unspoilt natural landscape in the small mountain farming village of Lessach simply invites you to linger a while.

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.

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.

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.

Bad Vigaun in Salzburg’s Tennengau is best known for its thermal waters and the associated Spa Centre. Not only Spa visitors appreciate the healing, peaceful and relaxing atmosphere.

Taxenbach (elev. 776m) is a National Park village. The surrounding ski areas in Rauris and Gastein are within quick, easy reach by free ski bus.

Those seeking peace and relaxtion are in exactly the right place in Tweng. This friendly holiday town invites you to enjoy deliberate less in picturesque nature. Do you yearn for the perfect Ski or Snowboard pleasure? Then the surrounding ski areas await with perfectly prepared ski slopes.

Nature meant well with the idyllic Tamsweg and also for winter sports enthusiasts. The ideal location between the Radstädter Tauern and the Nock Mountains boasts perfect snow conditions. Whether on the slopes or in the winter wonderland on cross-country skis, snow-shoes or touring skis, winter is at home here in Salzburg's Lungau region.