Hiking paradise in Salzburg
Salzburg and the surrounding region may be best known for Mozart or the summer festival. But at least as popular are the mountains of this popular Austrian holiday destination, and many hikers spend their holidays in the Salzburg region. The entire federal state is criss-crossed with mountain peaks of all kinds: there are hills in the foothills of the Alps, Karst plateaus in the Tennen Mountains and the striking Lake Steinerne. Salzburgers are also proud of the two highest mountains in Austria, the Großvenediger and the Großglockner. The Salzburg holiday feeling is enhanced by warm hospitality and delicious regional delicacies from local producers.
The most popular hiking tours in the Salzburg region
Our tour tips
Panorama walking in Pinzgau
During our Panorama Walking Tours in the Zell am See District with Charm you will discover the wonderful mountain scenery with an unforgettable view and spend the night in the traditional Schloss Kammer. On this hiking tour based in one hotel you can enjoy a wonderful balance between movement and well-deserved relaxation. The Salzburger Land region also offers a perfectly organised time-out for families. Our moderate walking holiday Salzburger Pinzgau for families guarantees and unforgettable active adventure out in nature for the entire family.
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Way of St James Salzburg
Mountains, lakes, rivers and Mozart on the Way of St James in Salzburg. You can marvel at all this and many other highlights while you make the pilgrimage from Salzburg to Tyrol. In addition to excursions to the Trumer lakes, the gorges and waterfalls in Unken and Waidring are also real highlights.
- Like to know more? Details about the hiking tour on the Salzburg Way of St James can be found here.
Useful information about hiking in the Salzburger Land region
Hiking holidays for all target groups
Often the hikes in the Salzburg mountains are very high. Numerous peaks and mountain pastures are just waiting to be conquered. More than 7,200 marked hiking paths and trails wind through the region. Between 500 and 3,790 vertical metres, tours of every level of hiking can be found. Eurohike has developed nine routes from the wealth of possibilities that show Salzburg from its most beautiful side.
Nature and culture in the Salzburger Land region
On a walking holiday along the Salzalpensteig Trail you hike the salt trail between the Königssee and the enchanting Hallstatt. Experienced hikers, with good physical condition are able to climb the peaks around his majesty, the Dachstein on the Dachstein High Altitude Circuit. And foodies hiking in Pinzgau will find out what Salzburg hospitality really means. On our walking holidays in the Salzburger Land region, you will discover the best of nature and culture the region has to offer.
Questions and answers about hiking holidays in the Salzburger Land
Alpine summers and harvest festival in the Salzburg region
Customs and tradition are deeply rooted in the land of the mountains, especially around Salzburg. Countless events take place throughout the year, including markets and folk festivals that delight locals and holidaymakers alike. Not least because of the goodies, which are only available on certain holidays. In no less than 500 alpine huts guests are spoiled in the traditional way – with home baked bread, speck and homely fires. Numerous alpine pastures only available by food are a real insiders tip. So much better when you can reach the hidden corners with Eurohike.
At the Harvest Festival, people are dressed as colourfully as the leaves on the trees. Traditional dress is compulsory during the Harvest Festival and music events! So it won’t be a surprise if you see someone wearing Lederhosen while out hiking.
