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EXCURSION DESTINATIONS & ATTRACTIONS

SIGHTS IN SALZBURGER LAND & THE CITY OF SALZBURG

Here, you'll find numerous attractions and excursion destinations around Zauchensee. Salzburger Land doesn't just offer plenty of mountains and nature; you'll also find castles, palaces, museums, and zoos. It's a true holiday paradise with ample space and adventures for the entire family.

Salzburger Sportwelt Card

TOP BENEFITS

SALZBURGER SPORTWELT CARD & SALZBURGERLAND CARD

You'll receive the Salzburger Sportwelt Guest Card for free when you arrive at the Hotel Salzburger Hof. It grants you discounted admission to various attractions, chairlifts, cable cars, lakes, and pools in the Salzburger Sportwelt. From a stay of at least 3 nights, one ride with the Gamskogl charilift up & down the mountain next to us is included once per person. Furthermore, with the chargeable SalzburgerLand Card, you get 180 free entries to sights and attractions all over Salzburger Land and numerous discounts, including those in the festival city of Salzburg, the Liechtensteinklamm, and many more fantastic holiday experiences and mountain railways around Zauchensee.

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LOCATION ZAUCHENSEE

Zauchensee

Idyllic mountain village with countless possibilities: hiking, mountain biking, relaxing, and enjoying yourself—right on your doorstep.
The lake has a small water park where you can swim and play. There's a bunch of activities with childcare by Magic Mountains.

  • Location: Zauchensee
  • Distance: 350 m / approx. 2 min

Climbing"Seewand Zauchensee"

A simple but spectacular via ferrata with wonderful views of Lake Zauchensee – ideal for beginners with mountain experience.

  • Location: Zauchensee
  • Distance: 500 m / approx. 10 min

Gamskogel Cable Car

Your convenient starting point for all kinds of mountain adventures – the cable car takes you to the heart of the hiking area in just a few minutes.

  • Location: Zauchensee
  • Distance: 280 m / approx. 1 min

Meistercup der Alpentiere

Playful hiking in Zauchensee. The animal-friendly adventure begins right at the Gamskogelhütte: children can immerse themselves in the world of local animals along three adventure trails – with skill, knowledge, creativity, and plenty of movement. Nature education at its best. 

  • Location: Zauchensee
  • Distance: 280 m / approx. 1 min

Gamskogel Hut

Enjoy the panoramic view of the mountains while enjoying a hearty meal at the hut – the ideal place to stop for refreshments right next to the mountain station.

  • Location: Zauchensee
  • Distance: 4 km / approx. 1h 30 min hike or 8 min with the cable car Gamskogel

Seekarsee

A harmoniously nestled reservoir at 2,000 meters – pure enjoyment of nature for hikers, connoisseurs, and those seeking peace and quiet.

  • Location: Zauchensee
  • Distance: 5 km / approx. 1 hour 50 minutes hike

Felserhut

Rustic dining rooms and regional specialties – right in the center of Zauchensee, ideal for an enjoyable break.

  • Location: Zauchensee
  • Distance: 27 m / approx. 1 min

Garnhof Hut

Quaint and cosy, with authentic flair and a magnificent view – a meeting place for connoisseurs.

  • Location: Zauchensee
  • Distance: 210 m / approx. 1 min

Tauernkarleitenalm

A piece of alpine idyll with homemade delicacies and an original smokehouse – ideal for an authentic rest stop.

  • Location: Zauchensee
  • Distance: 4 km / approx. 1h 30 min hike

Mountain & adventure experiences

Meistercup der Alpentiere

Playful hiking in Zauchensee. The animal-friendly adventure begins right at the Gamskogelhut: children can immerse themselves in the world of local animals along three adventure trails – with skill, knowledge, creativity, and plenty of movement. Nature education at its best. 

  • Location: Zauchensee
  • Distance: 280 m / approx. 1 min

Altenmarkt adventure forest

Climbing fun for young and old: high ropes course, zip line, archery – surrounded by nature.

  • Location: Altenmarkt
  • Distance: 8 km / approx. 10 min

Go Alpaca

Through Pongau with fluffy companions. Alpaca treks through the beautiful countryside around Altenmarkt: slow living meets animal love. A relaxing experience for all the senses – ideal for families, nature lovers, and animal lovers.

  • Location: Altenmarkt im Pongau
  • Distance: 12 km / approx. 15 min

Mystery of the three towers

Outdoor escape game in Radstadt. An entire medieval town becomes a puzzle landscape: in this exciting adventure, you and your team solve tricky tasks, discover mystical places, and delve deep into the history of Radstadt. Ideal for families or friends.

  • Location: Radstadt
  • Distance: 15 km / approx. 23 min

Flori´s adventure path

The playful themed trail in Flachau. Puzzles, a zip line, a climbing wall, and a nature cinema—Flori's adventure trail is an interactive family hike with lovingly designed stations that will delight young and old alike.

  • Location: Flachau
  • Distance: 18 km / approx. 25 min

Lucky Flitzer

At the Lucky Flitzer amusement park in Flachau, you will find bouncy castles, trampolines, playground equipment, and much more. The summer toboggan run provides additional speed and thrills.

  • Location: Flachau
  • Distance: 17 km / approx. 25 min

Wagrainis Grafenberg

The Grafenberg in Wagrain is a real family highlight: the modern Grafenbergbahn cable car takes you comfortably uphill, where a unique world of nature and adventure awaits. Between the wooden playground, raft ride, suspension bridge, and the interactive KUHbidu adventure trail, explorers of all ages can enjoy alpine adventures with an educational twist.

  • Location: Wagrain
  • Distance: 25 km / approx. 30 min

Soccerpark Wagrain

Mini golf meets soccer. A ball sport that guarantees fun: Soccerpark combines soccer with the precision of mini golf—an original outdoor activity for the whole family.

  • Location: Wagrain
  • Distance: 18 km / approx. 25 min

Woom bike area

Small bikes, big fun. Right in Snow Space Salzburg is the 5,900 m² woom bike area – a paradise for young mountain bike fans. Child-friendly trails, easy drops, and obstacles ensure safe success and sporting adventures on two wheels.

  • Location: Wagrain
  • Distance: 25 km / approx. 30 min

Climbing world Wagrain-Kleinarl

Climbing garden, flying fox, via ferrata – the climbing world in Kleinarl offers exciting alpine adventures for beginners and advanced climbers alike. Ideal as a sporty addition to a family vacation.

  • Location: Kleinarl
  • Distance: 30 km / approx. 35 min

Geisterberg adventure mountain in St.Johann

Over 40 play stations, themed huts, talking figures, and a ghost train await you on Geisterberg. Most of the hiking trails are suitable for strollers and offer entertainment as well as fantastic views. A lovingly designed destination with imagination and heart.

  • Location: Alpendorf, St. Johann im Pongau
  • Distance: 46 km / approx. 40 min

Rittisberg Adventure

The Rittisberg near Ramsau is a leisure paradise for young and old alike. Whether it's the summer toboggan run, high ropes course, swimming lake, flyline, or fairy tale trail—there's something for everyone here. The perfect place for varied family outings with panoramic views.

  • Location: Ramsau am Dachstein
  • Distance: 35 km / approx. 40 min

Hopsiland Planai

Hopsiland on the Planai has been thrilling children for generations. Along the panoramic trail, there are interactive play stations, water games, and plenty of space to run around—with the charming Hopsi, the mascot of the Ski World Championships, as your faithful companion.

  • Location: Schladming
  • Distance: 48 km / approx. 55 min

Mountain-GoKart Hochwurzen

7 km of fast-paced descent on three wheels: the Mountain GoKart on the Hochwurzen offers pure action for young and old alike. Covering a distance of 7 kilometers, it takes you back down into the valley at breakneck speed – with a helmet, lots of fun, and breathtaking views.

  • Location: Schladming
  • Distance: 38 km / approx. 40 min

BAC Raftingtouren

Whether gentle or lively, BAC's rafting tours on the Enns, Salzach, and Salza rivers offer variety, thrills, and pure nature. Perfect for families, groups, and adventure seekers.

  • Location: Schladming
  • Distance: 34 km / approx. 35 min

Natrun forest slide park

A real experience: Austria's first forest slide park in Maria Alm! Five spectacular stainless steel slides, over 200 meters long, take you from the mountain station through the forest back down to the valley – with lots of fun and even more views.

  • Location: Maria Alm, Hochkönig
  • Distance: 70 km / approx. 1 hour 10 minutes

Adventure park Gröbming

With 22 courses, 200 climbing stations, and 2,000 meters of climbing length, this high ropes course is the largest in Austria. From beginners to adrenaline junkies, each route brings new challenges, high-altitude thrills, and feelings of happiness.

  • Location: Gröbming
  • Distance: 55 km / approx. 55 min

Summer Toboggan Run Dürrnberg

The “Keltenblitz” winds its way down the Dürrnberg into the valley for over two kilometers—the longest summer toboggan run in the Salzburg region. The chairlift takes you comfortably uphill before the rapid descent through curves and over waves provides pure enjoyment. Ideal for families, action lovers, and those seeking views.

  • Location: Hallein
  • Distance: 68 km / approx. 55 min
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NATURE EXPERIENCES

Untertauern Wildlife park

A highlight for families: petting zoo, playgrounds, fishing pond and pleasant walking trails – the park is a real nature experience for young and old alike.

  • Location: Untertauern
  • Distance: 25 km / approx. 26 min

Gnadenalm & Johannis Waterfall

A paradise for hiking in summer, an Eldorado for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in winter – with panoramic dining for connoisseurs.
The Johannes Waterfall – an impressive natural spectacle in the middle of the Radstadt Tauern – is worth a visit in every season.

  • Location: Obertauern
  • Distance: 30 km / approx. 30 min

Eisriesenwelt Werfen (Ice Caves)

Unique and impressive: in the Eisriesenwelt (ice caves), you can hike through a frosty wonderland of glittering ice formations – 42 km deep in the Tennengebirge mountains. A trip to another world.

  • Location: Werfen
  • Distance: 37 km / approx. 40 min

Liechtenstein gorge

One of the longest and deepest gorges in the Alps. The 30-meter-high spiral staircase leads directly into the spectacular world of thundering waterfalls, moss-covered rocks, and mysterious light effects.

  • Location: St. Johann im Pongau
  • Distance: 45 km / approx. 40 min

Wild waters

One of the most extraordinary hiking trails in the world awaits you in the Untertal valley near Schladming. Over a distance of 14 kilometers, water reveals itself in all its forms—crystal clear, calmly glistening, or thundering in free fall over the rocks of the Schladminger Tauern mountains. Awarded the title of “National Geographic Hiking Trail” and “most beautiful certified tour” by the Austrian Hiking Villages, this trail is a must for nature lovers.

  • Location: Schladming-Untertal
  • Distance: 36 km / approx. 40 min

Lammer gorge

Since 1884, the Lammerklamm gorge has been enchanting visitors with its interplay of light, water, and shadow. Roaring waterfalls, narrow rock faces, and fascinating views make this impressive gorge an unforgettable natural experience—perfect for families, nature lovers, and photography enthusiasts.

  • Location: Scheffau am Tennengebirge
  • Distance: 52 km / approx. 50 min

Salzach gorge

Between the Tennen and Hagen mountains, the Salzach river carves its way through the rocks. The 2 km long gorge impresses with rock formations, footbridges, and viewing platforms.

  • Location: Paß Lueg
  • Distance: 50 km / approx. 40 min

Waterfall Golling

Nestled in unspoiled nature, the water plunges over 75 meters in two stages. A short walk takes you directly to this idyllic natural monument.

  • Location: Golling
  • Distance: 86 km / approx. 1h 30 min

Dachstein glacier

Panoramic gondola, skywalk, suspension bridge, ice palace, and fantastic views: a varied day of adventure awaits you on the Dachstein at 2,700 meters, with sports, nature, and culinary delights at the summit.

  • Location: Dachstein, Ramsau
  • Distance: 42 km / approx. 50 min
Man with torches in an ice cave

POOLS & LAKES

Therme Amade

In the heart of the Salzburg Sports World, the Erlebnis-Therme Amadé offers a varied bathing and sauna area as well as a sports pool with a water climbing wall and diving facility. Action and relaxation for young and old: here you will find exciting slides such as the unique single loop and the largest funnel slide in western Austria, as well as a wave pool.

  • Location: Altenmarkt im Pongau
  • Distance: 12 km / approx. 16 min

Eben Adventure Lakes

A natural swimming lake with a large water slide, separate children's area, volleyball court, sunbathing lawn, and playground. The adjacent restaurant provides culinary refreshments.

  • Location: Eben im Pongau
  • Distance: 14.5 km / approx. 20 min

Reitdorf Lake

What could be better than jumping straight into the cool water after a hike? The lovingly landscaped Reitdorf swimming lake offers just that: crystal-clear water, spacious sunbathing lawns for relaxing and a shallow shore for the little ones – perfect for splashing around and playing. A real summer highlight for families, couples, and those seeking peace and quiet.

  • Location: Reitdorf, Flachau
  • Distance: 16 km / approx. 15 min

Radstadt Alpine outdoor pool

The heated outdoor pool in Radstadt is ideal for hot summer days. It features a 40-meter-long giant slide, a separate toddler pool, a large sunbathing lawn, and a kiosk.

  • Location: Radstadt
  • Distance: 15 km / approx. 20 min

Lake Flachauwinkel

Nestled in a wonderfully peaceful natural landscape, the lake boasts excellent water quality and shady trees. Perfect for relaxing, swimming, and soaking up the sun.

  • Location: Flachauwinkl
  • Distance: 22 km / approx. 30 min

Kleinarl Jägersee (lake)

The emerald green Jägersee lake near Kleinarl is a real highlight for nature lovers. Ideal for walks, bike rides, or as a starting point for hikes. In winter, it can also be reached romantically by horse-drawn sleigh.

  • Location: Kleinarl
  • Distance: 35 km / approx. 43 min

Waterworld Amadé Wagrain

Boredom? Not here! Whether you want to get active or simply relax and unwind, a visit to Wasserwelt Wagrain is definitely worthwhile. Covering an area of around 1,000 m², there is a wide range of activities for young and old alike: 4 water slides, indoor and outdoor areas for toddlers, the cosy WohlfühlNest and the ‘Innergebirg’ family sauna offer variety and well-being for all ages.

  • Location: Wagrain
  • Distance: 30 km / approx. 30 min

St. Martin lake park

The biologically designed swimming lake offers a fun slide, adventure castle, toddler area, beach volleyball court, and restaurants. A real highlight for families.

  • Location: St. Martin am Tennengebirge
  • Distance: 26 km / approx. 28 min
Winding slide into a swimming pond

MINING TOURS

Copper Mine Hüttau

“Glück auf!” is the greeting at the Hüttau copper mine, where the whole family can enjoy exciting tours through a real exhibition mine. Here, you can immerse yourself in the world of miners and learn how copper was mined in the past—an experience for explorers of all ages.

  • Location: Hüttau
  • Distance: 25 km / approx. 30 min

Salt Mines Hallein

In the mysterious tunnels of Hallein, you will embark on an underground expedition through the historic Celtic salt mine. Every step through rock and stone is accompanied by the crunching of the earth beneath your feet – an authentic adventure deep underground.

  • Location: Hallein
  • Distance: 68 km / approx. 50 min

Salt Mines Hallstatt

High above Lake Hallstatt, a view opens up like something out of a fairy tale book – below, the water glistens while the colorful houses of the UNESCO World Heritage Site line the shore. The Hallstatt Salt Mines offer a unique journey back in time to the world's oldest salt mine – with adventure slides, underground salt lakes, and exciting insights into the history of “white gold.”

  • Location: Hallstatt
  • Distance: 70 km / approx. 1 hr 15 min

FORTRESSES

Hohenwerfen Castle Experience

The 900-year-old Hohenwerfen Castle towers high above the Salzach Valley. Bird of prey flight shows, mysterious castle tours, and interactive exhibitions make this the perfect experience for families.

  • Location: Werfen
  • Distance: 38 km / approx. 40 min

Mauterndorf Castle Experience

Once a toll station, later the summer residence of the Prince-Archbishops of Salzburg: Mauterndorf Castle invites you to explore its armories, towers, and medieval charm.

  • Location: Mauterndorf
  • Distance: 53 km / approx. 50 min

Golling Castle

The award-winning regional museum in Golling Castle displays exciting exhibits from prehistoric times to the present day, including mammoth teeth, fossils, and much more.

  • Location: Golling
  • Distance: 52 km / approx. 50 min

Hohensalzburg Fortress

The largest fully preserved castle in Central Europe not only offers history you can touch, but also a breathtaking panoramic view over the rooftops of Salzburg. Easily accessible by funicular railway.

  • Location: Salzburg
  • Distance: 78 km / approx. 1 hour 10 minutes
Castle in front of a mountain panorama, an eagle flies in the sky

MUSEUMS & OPEN-AIR MUSEUMS

Local Heritage Museum Altenmarkt

A place of care becomes a place of remembrance: the local history museum tells of the former social life, regional crafts and the eventful history of Altenmarkt-Zauchensee.

  • Location: Altenmarkt im Pongau
  • Distance: 10 km / approx. 15 min

Kapuzinerturm museum & Lerchen Castle

Radstadt's history between towers and battlements: the Kapuzinerturm tower surprises visitors with panoramic views and stories about regional crafts.

  • Location: Radstadt
  • Distance: 15 km / approx. 20 min

Farm Museum Edelweissalm

In the Weberlandl district of Wagrain, the everyday life of Salzburg's mountain farmers of yesteryear comes to life – with tools, living rooms and authentic insights into rural life.

  • Location: Wagrain
  • Distance: 25 km / approx. 30 min

Karl Heinrich Waggerl House

Wagrain's most famous son tells his own story in this museum: writer Karl Heinrich Waggerl opens the door to his thoughts, works and living spaces.

  • Location: Wagrain
  • Distance: 25 km / approx. 30 min

Museum Tauernstreet

Experience the history of the Tauern Pass roads – from Roman roads to medieval trade routes to modern motorways.

  • Location: Eben im Pongau
  • Distance: 19 km / approx. 20 min

Salzburg Regional Ski Museum

A fascinating journey through 5,000 years of skiing history – with impressive exhibits from racing, touring and alpine traditions.

  • Location: Werfenweng
  • Distance: 40 km / approx. 50 min

Celtic Museum Hallein

One of the most important museums dedicated to Celtic culture: from magnificent tombs to early salt production – offering an insight into the early history of Hallein and Salzburg.

  • Location: Hallein
  • Distance: 63 km / approx. 50 min

House of Nature Salzburg

An interactive natural history museum with an aquarium, reptile zoo and exciting hands-on stations. From the universe to dinosaurs to human biology – a highlight for curious minds of all ages.

  • Location: Salzburg
  • Distance: 77 km / approx. 1 hr 10 min

The eagle´s nest today - a legacy of recent history

A historic place with a view – both an architectural masterpiece and a memorial. The Kehlsteinhaus represents how we deal with history and offers a glimpse into dark chapters and impressive landscapes.

  • Location: Berchtesgaden, Germany
  • Distance: 75 km / approx. 1 hr 10 min

PANORAMIC ROADS & RESERVOIRS

Großglockner High Alpine Road

This famous Alpine road leads right into the heart of the Hohe Tauern mountains. Every bend reveals breathtaking views, exhibitions, interactive stations and, with a little luck, even marmots.

  • Location: Fusch an der Großglocknerstraße
  • Distance: 74 km / approx. 1 hr 15 min

Kaprun High Mountain Reservoirs

Experience breathtaking high mountain landscapes and innovative technology. The Mooserboden and Wasserfallboden reservoirs, located at over 2,000 metres above sea level, supply renewable energy – a spectacular destination with panoramic views and exciting insights into hydropower.

  • Location: Kaprun
  • Distance: 90 km / approx. 1 hr 26 min

Postalm Scenic Road

The Postalm near Abtenau is Austria's largest contiguous alpine pasture area. The high plateau offers pure nature, cosy huts and ideal conditions for hiking, biking or simply enjoying yourself.

  • Location: Abtenau
  • Distance: 55 km / approx. 1 hr 5 min
Mountainous landscape with serpentine road

CITY OF SALZBURG

World Heritage Old Town Salzburg

Art, culture and world heritage. Since 1997, Salzburg's old town has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site – a city of ‘outstanding value to humanity’. A stroll through the historic centre reveals Baroque architecture, narrow streets, churches, squares and a history that remains palpably alive.

  • Location: Salzburg
  • Distance: 78 km / approx. 1h 10 min

Getreidegasse

The heart of the old town. The famous Getreidegasse attracts visitors from all over the world with its unmistakable charm. Historic inns, traditional craftsmanship, boutiques and Mozart's birthplace make it the vibrant centre of the city.

  • Location: Salzburg
  • Distance: 78 km / approx. 1h 10 min

Mozart's Birthplace & residential building

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born in 1756 in the Hagenauer House at Getreidegasse 9. Today, the building is one of Austria's most visited museums and a must-see for all music lovers.

Wolfgang Amadé Mozart lived with his family in the so-called ‘Tanzmeisterhaus’ from 1773 onwards. The house has been furnished in great detail as a museum and provides fascinating insights into the life of the musical genius.

  • Location: Salzburg
  • Distance: 78 km / approx. 1h 10 min

Hohensalzburg Fortress

The largest fully preserved fortress in Central Europe tells the story of medieval power, sieges and the military history of Salzburg in its exhibition.

  • Location: Salzburg
  • Distance: 78 km / approx. 1 hr 10 min

Mirabell Palace & Mirabell Gardens

Mirabell Palace is one of Salzburg's most important sights. The lovingly designed garden with a view of Hohensalzburg Fortress enchants visitors with its floral ornaments and historical statues.

  • Location: Salzburg
  • Distance: 72 km / approx. 1 hr 10 min

Zoo Salzburg

Around 1,200 animals from all over the world live on the extensive grounds at the foot of Hellbrunn Mountain – ideal for a varied family outing.

  • Location: Salzburg
  • Distance: 70 km / approx. 55 min

Hellbrunn Palace

For over 400 years, the famous water features at Hellbrunn have been delighting visitors and bringing smiles to their faces. Grottoes, fountains and elaborate gardens – a royal treat.

  • Location: Salzburg
  • Distance: 73 km / approx. 1 hr 10 min

House of Nature

An interactive natural history museum with an aquarium, reptile zoo and exciting hands-on stations. From the universe to dinosaurs to human biology – a highlight for curious minds of all ages.

  • Location: Salzburg
  • Distance: 77 km / approx. 1 hr 10 min

Salzburg Open-Air Museum

100 lovingly reconstructed original buildings tell the story of rural life in the Salzburg region. Discover traditional craftsmanship, everyday rural culture and old trades.

  • Location: Großgmain, Salzburg
  • Distance: 82 km / approx. 1 hr 10 min

Cathedral Museum of Salzburg Fortress

In the venerable Salzburg Cathedral, the museum displays magnificent works of art from the early Middle Ages to the Baroque period – a quiet highlight of spiritual culture.

  • Location: Salzburg
  • Distance: 78 km / approx. 1 hr 10 min

Folklore Museum

On the grounds of Hellbrunn Palace, the Museum of Folk Life and Folk Art showcases rural culture, regional costumes and changing exhibitions on the Salzburg way of life.

  • Location: Salzburg
  • Distance: 78 km / approx. 1 hr 10 min

Stiegl Brew World

Beer has been brewed in Salzburg since 1492 – Stiegl Brauwelt invites you on an interactive tour through the world of beer. With a museum, brewery tour and beer tasting, your visit will be an enjoyable experience

  • Location: Salzburg
  • Distance: 80 km / approx. 1 hr 10 min

Hangar 7

Architecture and dreams of flight. Located directly at Salzburg Airport, the futuristic Hangar-7 is an architectural highlight. Inside, it houses a spectacular collection of historic aircraft, Formula 1 cars and art.

  • Location: Salzburg
  • Distance: 80 km / approx. 1 hr 10 min
Old town of Salzburg with cathedral & fortress