Holiday guests appreciate the benefits of the well-tended paths in the Oberpinzgau region, whether on foot, on horseback or on their bikes. Combined with the intelligently developed lift and cable car network, the region is ideally suited for a relaxing hiking holiday with your loved ones. You can board the gondola at the Wildkogel Resorts and let the cable car whisk you up to your point of departure.
In spring, summer and autumn, holiday guests of all ages and fitness levels will find adventures to meet their requirements, be it pleasant hikes in the hills of the Pinzgau Grasberge or Alpine walks in the Hohe Tauern Mountains. Even trailrunners will find their natural habitat in the Salzburg Land region. After all that walking and running and exploring, plunge your tired calves into crystal clear natural waters such as at the revitalising Zeller See swimming lake.
The highlight of the Tauernhaus tour can be admired right at the beginning: the Krimml waterfalls are the tallest in Austria with a fall height of 380 metres. On the way, you will discover traditional mountain huts prior to reaching the historical Krimml Tauernhaus in the picturesque Achental valley.
Without doubt the Krimml waterfalls form one of the highlights in the Hohe Tauern National Park. A circular walk of seven kilometres provides a vivid experience of the spectacle. The spray is said to have greath health benefits.
Seekar, Wildkar and Finkau: these are the three lakes that this strenuous hike, covering substantial elevation gain, leads to. A feeling of peace and vast vistas of the Pinzgau region contribute to the beauty of the tour.
The Obersulzbachtal valley also has three lakes: Seebach, Foisskar and Jaidbach. This hike proves that the Trogtal valley can also provide lonely paths with corries, waterfalls and mountain lakes, which are less well-known than the 3,000-metre-high Grossvenediger and the Grosser Geiger. Fascinating wetlands, Alpine woods and picturesque mountain meadows leading to Lake Seebachsee complete the adventurous landscape.
Setting out from the Berndlalm hut in the Obersulzbachtal valley (which can only be reached on foot or by taxi) the tour joins up the two lakes (Seebachsee and Foisskarsee) and provides a fantastic view of the two corries and the Venediger mountain range at the wind gap.
This hike rewards your labours with a wonderful view of the Zeller See lake and the Hohe Tauern mountain range. You will then realise that hiking in Salzburg Land is always worth your while.
The Hundstein is the highest peak amongst the Salzburg Slate Alps. The interesting paths are frequently steep, yet well-maintained. From the Waldheim inn hikers complete a pleasant and peaceful climb to the Statzerhaus, from where you can enjoy grand views of the southern slopes of the Steinernes Meer and the Hochkönig mountains. Turn your gaze south to take in the Hohe Tauern, particularly the spectacular Grosse Wiesbachhorn and the Hohe Tenn peaks.
On the “sun spot in the Alps” everything is possible: from a family-friendly walk to an exciting themed hike and a challenging Alpine path. From the top you can enjoy a great panoramic view of more than 30 peaks exceeding the magical mark of 3,000 metres as well as views down onto the Zeller See lake.
Recommended photo points: Sonnkogel & Schmitten Café.
For a special highlight: take advantage of the weekly hiking programme for the Schmitten. You are provided with free guided trips and activities including mountain yoga, a mountain walk to the Hochsonnbergalm hut, Alpine yodelling and much more.
The perfect choice for a family vacation. Near the centre of Kaprun you can take the Maiskogelbahn mountain lift to the mountain station at 1,570 metres above sea level. On arrival you are welcomed by a wooden playground, where your kids will love to play. Following some fun on the playground, you can set off on a pleasant walk, a short trip into nature or an extensive hike. Panorama walks, adventure climbs and the opportunity to relax on mountain hut terraces – everything is possible.
Good to know: many paths are buggy-friendly.
No car for a whole week – what a great idea! In the Hohe Tauern National Park you can make this dream come true. The National Park Summercard enables our guests to use all public transport in the Pinzgau region for free. Reach your favourite hiking spots using the national park hiking shuttle, the public bus routes, the Pinzgau Lokalbahn railway and the mountain lifts and cable cars provided in the region. In addition, there are many hiking taxis.
Off to the holiday region Hohe Tauern National Park – and remember to book your holiday apartment in time.
