Located on the wide sunny plateau, Schwarzach, together with the neighbouring St. Veit, belongs to Salzburg’s Sun Terrace. The healthy air, the hospitality of the locals and the ideal location make Schwarzach an insider tip in Salzburg’s Pongau.
Summer in Schwarzach
Whether hiking from alpine hut to alpine hut, enjoying a walk through the historical town centre or on a pleasurable bike tour – the impressive Hohen Tauern Mountains frame the picturesque landscape around Schwarzach. Speaking of bikes – the most popular bike trail in SalzburgerLand, the Tauern bike path, has chosen Schwarzach as a destination. The family-friendly cycling trail between Schwarzach and Werfen is known appropriately enough as the “Legendary Tauern cycle path“. How about a visit to a Pongau farm shop or a dip in the cold waters of the adventure pool?
Winter in Schwarzach
The central location in the heart of the Ski Amadé with 860km of slopes and 270 lifts offers the best conditions for boundless skiing pleasure! Here is the right slope for every taste. Whoever prefers to enjoy the winter off the slopes, will be pleased about the great trails in the cross-country paradise! Also, traditional curling is particularly popular with locals and visitors alike. For fans of Nordic training, even jumps are available in Schwarzach.
TIP: Sightseeing in Schwarzach: the railway has a long tradition in Schwarzach. No wonder, then, that the first Railway Museum in Austria can be admired in Schwarzach.
