Places

A day at Lake Wolfgang! First a walk along the shore, then breakfast on the lake terrace with your host and finally jump into the fresh water. Gorgeous!

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.

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.

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.

Maria Alm, with its two mountain villages of Hintermoos and Hinterthal with around 2,150 inhabitants, has retained its charming, rural character. In summer, Maria Alm is a paradise for hikers and bikers, while in winter it’s attractive thanks to the winter kingdom of 120km of connected ski slopes.

We are the gateway to Ski amadé, one of the largest ski areas in Europe! Schwarzach is located in the middle of the Amadé sports and ski world. Schwarzach is the ideal starting point for all kinds of excursions, not only in winter but also in summer. The popular Tauern Cycle Path and the Alpe Adria Cycle Path pass through our village.

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.

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.

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!

Taxenbach (elev. 776m) is a National Park village . Kitzlochklamm Natural Monument is a popular excursion destination for hikers, climbers and families.

Mattsee, your holiday resort directly on the lake
A lake, a castle, unspoilt nature and a lot of enjoyment. Whoever spends their holidays in Mattsee, won't soon forget them. Thanks to its wonderful location directly on Lake Mattsee, it is called the "Venice of Salzburg".

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.

Pure air, clean water, a low-pollen altitude and added to that the most hours of Sun in Austria. Holidays in Mariapfarr just do you good. Additionally, there are the impressive views of the peaks of the Tauern Mountains and a variety of activities all year round.

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 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 as well as 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. An impressive natural attraction which draws over 350,000 visitors every year.

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.

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.

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.

Enjoying a picturesque location. Idyllicly surrounded. Hospitable and relaxed in every corner. This is how one describes the holiday village of Ebenau. Situated between the Lakes of the Salzkammergut and the world-famous City of Mozart lies the 1,300 inhabitant town, which thanks to its perfect location offers ideal conditions for excursions such as hiking, a day at the lake, cycling tours or exploring the City of Salzburg. The Celtic city of Hallein is also not far away.

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!

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.

The rugged crags of the Steinernes Meer, the gently domed Pinzgauer Grasberge mountains and glistening Lake Zeller See all flank the holiday village of Maishofen, in the Pinzgau district of Salzburg. From fun-filled hiking and biking in summer to skiing in four top nearby ski areas in winter, the spectrum of holiday activities in this small community couldn't be broader.

The picturesque farming village is located on a plateau at 1,013 metres above sea level and is in the middle of the Hohe Tauern National Park area. In summer, those seeking peace and quiet can enjoy hiking, mountain biking, mountain golf or horse riding.

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

Summer holidays for the whole family await in St. Margarethen in Lungau. The delightfully fresh mountain air, crystal clear water and unspoilt landscape invite you for hiking in the mountain summer, cycling, playing golf and active relaxation in Lungau.

Köstendorf is located directly on the largest lake of the Salzburg alpine foothills, the Wallersee. Whoever spends their holiday in this town will find ideal conditions for a varied holiday full of sports, recreation and enjoyment.

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.

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.

Arrive. Wander around. Recharge. the Nature Park Community of Zederhaus is known and loved as a hiking paradise. Crystal clear mountain lakes, high peaks, gentle valleys and the living traditions in this Lungauer town simply belong to life. Just wonderful!

Stunning landscape, enticing peaks and the feeling of having time again. A trip to Tamsweg just does you good. Here you will find the perfect tour for every level - whether on scenic hikes or unforgettable high-altitude tours, everyone finds their way in the Lungau mountains. Living traditions and warm hospitality ensure the right feeling - Here I feel welcome.

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.

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

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.

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

The district town of Zell am See has approximately 10,000 inhabitants and enchants with its impressive scenery: the crystal-clear water of the lake, framed by the Schmittenhöhe and Kitzsteinhorn mountains. This charming mountain town invites you for shopping and is an ideal destination for hiking, skiing, swimming and relaxing!

About 50km south of the Mozart City lies the idyllic Bischofshofen. This hiking paradise is known for its nearby Alpine mountain pastures and the etxra portion of hospitality.

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.

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?

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.