Places

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.

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

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.

Imposing mountain peaks, picturesque landscape as far as the eye can see and that feeling that you belong here.

The charming community of Huttau im Pongau impresses with its charm, hospitality and the wonderful fresh mountain air. The show mine invites you on a trip into times long past.

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!

Walk along the scenic Wallersee, watch the fishermen and their boats, and enjoy the reflective mood in the idyllic towns. This is how beautiful summer time is in Neumarkt am Wallersee. For hikers and sporty types, there are many tours on the surrounding mountains. Maybe there is also time for a visit to Salzburg's old town.

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.

As one of the bordering areas of Salzburg, Anthering is the ideal base for a cultural or active holiday right in the middle of nature. Even as a seminar guest you will be expertly looked after here.

The holiday resort certified by Austria's Hiking Villages has a population of around 2,800 and is located in the district of Zell am See. The hiking village offers many possibilities for active leisure time activities, such as adventure hiking in 3 dimensions, a beautiful natural swimming lake with Luziapark and an extensive network of cycle paths.

During the summer months, Lessach and the surrounding Lungau region invite you to go hiking or cycling in the Lungau Mountain pasture summer. For those who visit the summer huts, the reward is a view of the numerous 2,000m peaks where delicious snacks taste even better.

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.

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.

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.

Nature, fun and mountains: Flachau is an Eldorado for all those who like to be active in the most beautiful surroundings and want to experience as much as possible. With cool events and an action-packed outdoor, fun sports and activity programme, there's always something going on here.

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.

Dienten, an idyllic Pinzgau community of around 800 people, is located at the foot of the Hochkönig. This small village reflects the romantic side of Hochkönig's mountain world. Sunny alpine meadows and glistening snow provide a unique backdrop, with magical skiing, fabulous hikes and enchanted mountain huts right at your doorstep.

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Piesendorf, a holiday resort certified by Austria's hiking villages, is located in the district of Zell am See at 785 metres above sea level in the beautiful SalzburgerLand and has around 3,900 inhabitants. Nestled on the sunny side between Zell am See-Kaprun, Piesendorf is an ideal starting point for excursions, bike and hiking tours.

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...

Where farmhouse holidays are as beautiful as in the films. In the early morning, children run into the stable, milk the cows, count the sheep and look after the cats. Life in the beautifully idyllic countryside is fully experienced here. Peace and relaxation through conscious action, simply wonderful! After breakfast, there are many possibilities: cycling, hiking, running or simply enjoying...

A natural paradise in the heart of the Salzkammergut. When the rugged rocks are reflected in the deep blue waters of Lake Wolfgang, creation shows its most beautiful side.

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.

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?

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.

In summer enjoy extended walks in the stunning surroundings or try your hand at canoeing and rafting. A special highlight is the Legends and Myths bike trail along the clear Mur river.

Active or relaxed - in summer, numerous mountain pastures offer enjoyable hiking destinations and the Lake Park promises a refreshing dip.

Pilgrimages do both body and soul good. Only the most important things get packed, the best shoes get put on and then the journey begins. With consideration. When the thoughts calm down, everything gets clearer. The surrounding nature, the impressive landscape and the totality of creation. Many pilgrimage paths lead to and through Schleedorf...

For nature lovers there is the Weidmoos EU bird sanctuary. Under the motto of Mohr, Moor & More, you can experience wonderful days with cultural highlights at the original viewing area and nature experiences in the handicapped accessible Weidmoos!

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.

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.