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Have you ever visited the Christmas market at Lake Wolfgang? No? Then you have missed out on one of the most beautiful precursors to the Christmas festival...

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 idyllic Pinzgau village of Bruck, with around 4,000 residents, is located in SalzburgerLand. Close by are Lake Zeller See and the Schmittenhöhe. The ski town of Kaprun with its Kitzsteinhorn Glacier Ski Area is only a few minutes away by car.

A relaxing, stress-free holiday awaits guests in the picturesque village of Goldegg am See. Here you can enjoy the fascination of nature and indulge in culinary delights. Immerse yourself in nature and switch off - here you can leave everyday life behind.

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.

Arrive and relax. The idyllic holiday town of Perwang am Grabensee is a little treasure, which is hard to find nowadays. With its unspoilt nature and soft hills, the visible mountain ranges and the natural Grabensee, Perwang offers the ideal conditions for long-lasting recuperation.

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 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.

Winter: The Pongau community of Mühlbach am Hochkönig, with a population of around 1500, is part of the Hochkönig Region. This picturesque village is surrounded by the bizarre rock formations of the Mandlwände and Hochkönig – a true natural paradise for hikers, bikers, skiers and families, with beautiful hiking paths, traditional huts, beautifully groomed pistes and magical scenery.

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!

Experience a contemplative Advent season, ski on perfectly groomed slopes, discover fascinating winter landscapes or simply escape from everyday life - there are plenty of reasons to visit Werfen.

The village of Stuhlfelden lies at 800m above sea level and is the oldest community in the Upper Pinzgau district. Located just 4 kilometers from the National Park village of Mittersill, its around 1600 residents nurture local traditions and a sincere brand of hospitality. Stuhlfelden is also well known as a venue for sharp-shooters – the first "Archery Village" in Europe!

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

At the foot of the Gaisberg Mountain, with its visible radio mast on the 1,300m peak, and bordering directly onto the city of Salzburg is the municipality of Elsbethen.

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.

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.

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.

Whoever visits the idyllic town of Thomatal-Schönfeld during the winter months will be amazed by the tranquility, the fresh air, the snow-covered landscape, the perfectly prepared ski slopes and the sheer unending hospitality of the locals.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Guests have always found peace and relaxation in St. Martin near Lofer. Where hospitality and a well-functioning village life are written in capital letters, you simply feel completely at home. Rushing brooks, pretty farms, the many cosy inns with their regional delicacies, as well as the surrounding mountain world are only some of the things that make for the unique charm.

Situated high above the idyllic Mattsee is the holiday village of Lochen am See. The town, with around 2,500 inhabitants, is known for its hospitality. If you are looking for relaxing holidays with varied leisure activities, you will find all this in Lochen am See.

Neukirchen, at the foot of the Großvenediger, has a long tradition as a holiday destination for families, mountain sports fans and nature lovers. Located at 856 metres above sea level in the heart of the Hohe Tauern National Park, the place offers a unique holiday experience for relaxation seekers and sports enthusiasts alike.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Anif is an idyllic village situated south of the city of Salzburg. It is inextricably linked with the most famous conductor of the 20th century – Herbert von Karajan. In this area you will find his idyllically situated farmhouse, still inhabited by his wife Eliette, and his modest grave. Up until his death in 1989, Karajan pulled the strings at the Salzburg Festival, brought international stars to the Mozart city, and internationalised the Festival.

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.

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.

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.