St. Martin am Tennengebirge The village of St. Martin lies in the Pongau region, south of the Tennengebirge mountains. Both summer and winter, St. Martin is a popular vacation destination for families & children, sports fans, adventurers and recreation-seekers. St. Martin lies at the source of the Lammer river, nestled between the Salzburg Tennengebirge mountains and the Dachstein Massif. Located at 1,000 meters above sea level, the community is proud to guarantee great snow conditions in winter and lots of sunshine in summer. Salzburg's most beautiful ski areas are just a short distance from St. Martin, including Dachstein West, the Sportwelt Amadé and Werfenweng. Other winter highlights: cross-country skiing, sleigh rides, snow-sports parties, torchlight hikes, ice stock, winter hikes, ski school with childcare, the new Therme Amade, cross-country lessons, alpine skiing under the lights, snowshoeing,...
Hallein - historic town on the River Salzach Hallein is a town with a great past, its origins rooted in the history of salt mining. As attested to by countless finds from the Celtic grave fields, "white gold" was actually mined here by the Celts 2500 years ago. The Celtic Museum provides fascinating insights into this period of history. All kinds of adventures await you on the Dürrnberg: Whether in the salt mine with its traditional miners' slides, the mine train and a subterranean raft ride, or taking an exhilarating ride on the Keltenblitz - a visit here is always rewarding!
The holiday village at the foot of the Tennengebirge The small community of Scheffau actually greets you with a very special vacation attraction: wild, untamed (and a protected natural monument) Lammerklamm gorge. Scheffau lies at 487 meters above sea level, at the foot of the Tennengebirge mountains, a community with around 1300 permanent residents. Most of the people in Salzburg primarily know idyllic Scheffau because of its gorge, through which the River Lammer flows.
Krispl-Gaissau in the Tennengau region of SalzburgerLand Krispl and Gaissau are two communities located at 1,000 meters above sea level in the midst of the Osterhorn mountain group. These two consolidated mountain villages were seemingly created for holidaymakers in search of some well-earned rest and relaxation. Far removed from the hectic outside world, here in Krispl-Gaissau you are guaranteed to spend a relaxing vacation in every regard. The pleasant climate, the fresh air and the forested countryside create an atmosphere that is prized by vacationers. Yet those who love outdoor sporting activities aren't in the slightest short-changed either - both in winter and in summer.
St. Koloman in Salzachtal valley is so beautiful The village of St. Koloman is a small gem of a vacation paradise. From a high plateau, you can enjoy magical views across Salzachtal valley. If you are looking for peace and quiet, St. Koloman is definitely the place for you. This SalzburgerLand community of 1600 people offers numerous opportunities for relaxing activities in the open countryside, all year round.
Holidays in picturesque Lammertal Annaberg-Lungötz lies at the entrance to Lammertal, a valley named after the river which flows through it. This idyllic community is your perfect vacation address: In summer here with us, you will find an ideal hiking paradise for the whole family, whilst challenging alpine tours and via ferrata climbs are irresistible enticements for experienced alpinists! Gourmets especially appreciate those moments of epicurean happiness enjoyed over a mouthful of Tennengauer Almkäse cheese or a plate of Tennengau mountain lamb. Visitors hungry for culture are also able to satisfy their appetite, perhaps in nearby Salzburg City of Mozart, exploring the unique finds at Golling Castle, or visiting Hallein, a city with a long history of salt-mining! In summer, Annaberg-Lungötz is a gem for all nature lovers. The high moors on the Gerzkopf, which are a nature sanctuary, are especially well worth a visit: You will find numerous protected and endangered plant and animal species in this area, which surrounds the mysteriously named "Black Pool". Rare varieties of orchid also find a suitable habitat in and around Annaberg-Lungötz. We hope you will stop in at one of our mountain inns and alpine huts, where you will be able to sample a selection of farm-made products, including a variety of cheeses, smoked country bacon and fresh farmhouse bread!
Oberalm: Holidays close to Salzburg, the provincial capital Guests often select Oberalm as their vacation destination because of its proximity to Salzburg City. The community is also home to one of the few "Schrannentisch" tables still preserved in their original condition. The Oberalm "Schrannentisch" is a stone table with a roughly carved marble top, sitting beneath a linden tree. Until the beginning of the 19th century, the table served as a so-called "Schranne", a site of ages-old local jurisdiction, where laws were proclaimed and judgment pronounced.
Russbach lies away from the tourist masses and yet, nestled as it is between the Dachstein massif and lake Wolfgangsee, in the heart of what is probably one of the most beautiful landscapes in all of Austria, the Salzkammergut. The "3 Corners Region" of Salzburg, Upper Austria and Styria is certain to captivate you in every regard. Barely anywhere else in Austria do love for life, history, culture, cuisine and recreational opportunities blend so harmoniously, and in such glorious countryside, as they do here, just about 50 kilometers south of Salzburg, the City of Mozart.
Abtenau, a town for all seasons Located at 712 meters above sea level, Abtenau is one of the most beautiful villages in Salzburger Land. A true "hiking paradise" for families, children, rookie explorers and trail-hardened adventurers. A place distinguished by its amazing diversity. Summer in Abtenau With its clearly marked hiking paths and a summer alpine slide, Abtenau is especially well-suited for families. One tip for those hot summer days is a visit to the adventure pool in Abtenau. But for true adventurers, there are also action-packed recreational opportunities such as paragliding, canyoning and rafting. The Postalm is the biggest area of alpine pastures in Austria and, with an area of 45 kilometers, the second largest in all of Europe - a magnificent scenic road takes you from Abtenau to a paradise of hiking and alpine meadows, and to a cross-country and ski-touring paradise in winter. At our friendly mountain huts, you are able to enjoy delicious Tennengauer Almkäse, produced by Abtenau's own cheese specialists. And you will discover a wide culinary selection at our pleasant inns and cafés. Winter in Abtenau Winter captivates visitors with its mountain-in-motion, the "Karkogel", a ski area for the whole family. Perfectly groomed slopes, a local ski school, an extensive, 60 km network off cross-country ski trails, along with a natural, 3.2 km-long, floodlit sled run, bringing an array of sporting enjoyment to your winter vacation. Rustic huts and après-ski bars invite you to stop in, enjoy some refreshments, and wind down your evening in perfect fashion.
Puch, the perfect recreation area just outside the big city Puch is appreciated by ever great numbers of visitors, not least due to its ideal location half-way between Salzburg City of Mozart and the Celtic City of Hallein. The closeness to Salzburg, our provincial capital, and out setting in the midst of a magically beautiful hiking area: These are just two reasons for Puch's growing popularity.
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