FROM THE TENNENGEBIRGE TO THE WORLD HERITAGE REGION SALZKAMMERGUT.
The “white gold” plays an important part in the history of Bavaria and Austria, more precisely the Salzkammergut and Salzburger Land. The Salzalpensteig, which traces the origins of salt production - in the truest sense of the word - is dedicated to this story. On this 6-day tour with Eurohike you will experience everything the Alps have to offer: panoramas “en másse”, hospitality and culinary delicacies, culture, nature and much more. Come with us - this tour will be unforgettable!
Details about the Salzalpensteig Hiking Trail 2
The first stage leads from Golling over the Pass Lueg to Abtenau, past alpine pastures, high mountain cliffs and a waterfall. After 23 km you will have earned a nice break. Try Kaiserschmarrn, Bauernkrapfen or apple strudel and indulge in dreamy Austrian dessert.
The way to the charming Annaberg leads over the Tennengebirge. Dachstein Glacier, Lake Gosausee and the “Steinerne Indianer” wait around Gosau and Bad Goisern. Lush alpine pastures and green forests give their visitors clear air, relaxation for body and mind and still an active holiday.
Highlights of the Salzalpensteig Hiking Trail 2
Mighty Tennengebirge: Rocky sections and incredibly beautiful panoramas - the Tennengebirge has it all. Climb the stony sections to feel the unique feeling of happiness at lofty heights!
Impressive Gosaukamm & Dachstein Mountains: The characteristic Gosaukamm forms the border between the federal states of Upper Austria and Salzburg. Hiking in the lofty heights is challenging here, but very well developed. But the views from below are also rewarding.
Magnificent mountain hikes on old salt paths: Evidence of salt mining in the Salzkammergut has been found as early as 2000 BC. Over time, an extraordinary trading network developed, which took the “white gold” in all directions. The walks in this area often lead along these ancient trade routes.
Salzkammergut Lakes & World Heritage Hallstatt-Dachstein: The charming Hallstatt, the oldest salt mine in the world and the crystal-clear lakes in the area make this region one of the most extraordinary in Austria. Combine your holiday with a longer stay at one of the beautiful lakes of the Salzkammergut around Attersee, Mondsee and the likes, try a new water sport and enjoy pure bathing pleasure.
Useful information about hiking on the Salzalpensteig Hiking Trail 2
Some of the stages lead up high, and fascinating views await along the good high-altitude trails. This requires a firm grip, surefootedness and you should be free from giddiness. Due to the different stage lengths between eleven and 23 km, there are plenty of opportunities for breaks. Some sections are covered by cable car, the tickets are included when travelling with Eurohike.
More details and information about the Salzalpensteig at a glance.
You walk along the river Salzach to the confluence of Salzach and Lammer and then along the Lammer riverbank path to Pass Lueg. Walk through the fascinating ‚Lammeröfen’ up to the top of the pass and then descend through the forest to the river Lammer near Scheffau. Along the Mühlenweg path (waterfalls) into the rural meadow below the towering rockfaces of the Tennengebirge.
From Abtenau cable-car ascent to the summit station of the Karkogel. Walk across lush alpine meadows and along the path until you reach ‚Gsengalm’, a typical alp with genuine farm produce and quaint chalet atmosphere. An ascent follows via the Gsenghöhe directly below the peaks of the Tennengebirge. Then descend along fields of mountain pines and later across alpine pastures with incredible views onto the Tennengebirge and the Gosau mountain crest, before you reach the idyllic mountain village Annaberg.
Via the stair-path to the memorial of the ‚Holy Mother Ann’ and downhill along forest paths, then an ascent via alpine pastures to the Stuhlalm. The route continues below the mighty rockfaces of the Gosau mountain crest along the Austria-path to Törleck with the Gablonzer hut and view onto Lake Gosausee, Donnerkogel and the Dachstein-Glacier. Break and cable-car ride to lake Gosausee.
From Gosau the route leads you along forest paths via the Iglmoos alp to the Goiserer Alpine Club Hut, located onto of a mountain ridge with fascinating views onto the Goiserer valley and Lake Hallstätter See. You have the option of a summit ascent to the Hochkalmberg with its rock formation called ‚Steinerner Indianer’ (‚stoney Indian’). Descent through the Kesselgraben and along the river Schüttbach down to Bad Goisern on Lake Hallstätter See.
Scenic and well-maintained hiking trails, several longer ascents require a good basic fitness level and in parts surefootedness. If you like alpine pastures, great views and hights, you will feel right at home and enjoy this tour very much. Be enchanted by the high-altitude paths and the views onto a glorious alpine world!
The whole concept is amazing and everything worked perfect, no issues with any hotel booking or dinners and all information clear and available in welcome pack. Truly recommend!
SabrinaHuberanswered:
Dear Ms. Burman, thank you very much for your nice feedback! We are glad that you enjoyed everything and would be happy to organize your next hiking trip for you again.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
5 stars
Lothar Arndt |26.09.2020
Wandertour mit vielen Highlights
Jeder Tag hatte Highlights zu bieten. Ob das der Stollenweg, die spektakulären Salzachöfen oder der Austriaweg mit traumhaften Fernblick war. Jeder Tag war etwas Besonderes. Obwohl keine Betreuung vor Ort möglich war, waren die Reiseunterlagen so ausführlich, das wir mit der Tourenbeschreibung und dem Kartenmaterial die Touren ohne Probleme wandern konnten. Die Hotels waren sehr unterschiedlich, aber in allen Hotels war das Personal sehr freundlich und das Frühstück war immer sehr gut gewesen. In allen Hotels hatte man sich auf Grund der Corona Pandemie Gedanken über die Büffetform gemacht. Auch hier zeigte sich das Personal sehr kompetent. Und da auch die Gäste alle rücksichtsvoll und vorsichtig waren, habe ich mich immer sicher gefühlt. Als Bergwanderung (drei Berge) war die Tour für mich schon sehr anstrengend, aber auch sehr eindrucksvoll. Ich hoffe, das ich im nächsten Jahr mit der Unterstützung von EUROHIKE erneut eine Wanderung in Angriff nehmen kann.