Bauernherbst Villages

The National Park Village of Fusch lies in the Pinzgau district of SalzburgerLand, right on a famous scenic road leading towards the Grossglockner. This peaceful village boasts around 700 residents and is an ideal base for magical bike tours, hikes, as well as excursions through the entire province. In the immediate vicinity are Zell am See with the Zeller See and the Schmittenhöhe as well as Kaprun with the high mountain reservoirs and the Kitzsteinhorn.

Quiet and friendly, a little paradise. This is how one describes the holiday town of Göriach. This Lungau town has a population of around 350. The mountains surrounding this contemplative town are however somewhat higher. Numerous mountains around the town are higher than 2,500m with the highest of them being the 2,862m high Hochgolling.

The picturesque village of Grödig, just eight kilometres away from the city of Salzburg, is marked by the striking size of the Untersberg Mountain. But regardless of its huge size, this mountain offers numerous, varied experiences. Away from the steep mountain walls, this community has a lot to offer guests.

In the idyllic „Valley of Alpine Pastures“, around 40 farmed alpine huts with homemade delicacies and around 400 kilometres of well-signposted hiking trails are waiting to be discovered. Mountain bikers can expect a network of trails totalling 160 km and 14,000 metres in altitude in the Grossarl Valley. The beautiful long-distance hiking trail "Salzburger Almenweg" leads through Großarl and how about a hike from alpine pasture to alpine pasture - without any luggage?

Only a few kilometres away from the city of Salzburg, the idyllic Großgmain is located in the middle of the country. Protected by the legendary Untersberg Mountain and under the protection of the Mother of God who the famous pilgrimage church is dedicated to.

The small municipality of Hallwang has the charm of a typical Austrian village, and as a neighbourhood of Salzburg is at the same time an ideal starting point for excursions into the Salzburg Lakes region, the Salzkammergut and also the city.

In the summer months, hiking and long walks in the beautiful nature lure in Hof near Salzburg. If you want, make a trip to the Festival City of Salzburg. Or spend an extended bathing day on the nearby Lake. 

In the heart of the Hohe Tauern National Park lies the idyllic cultural and herb village of Hollersbach. Herb gardens, a Bee educational trail and a stream educational trail ensure eventful days in this Pinzgauer village of about 1,200 inhabitants.

Together with Großarl, Hüttschlag forms the Grossarl Valley - the so-called "Valley of Alpine Pastures". Traditionally, the 40 alpine huts are still managed and hikers are served homemade delicacies and warm hospitality. The impressive mountain landscape impresses with its variety of hiking options.

The fantastic location between the picturesque Lake Zell and the Kitzsteinhorn makes the small holiday resort of Kaprun the perfect holiday destination. It boasts biking and hiking trails at up to 3,000 metres above sea level and a glacier, which offers TOP snow quality and provides skiing fun between autumn and early summer.

The Upper Pinzgau community of Krimml, with a population of around 860, lies at 1,100 m above sea level at the foot of the Gerlos Pass, in the heart of Hohe Tauern National Park Holiday Region as well as the Zillertal Arena. Krimml is famous far beyond Austria's borders as the home of the tallest waterfalls in Europe, dropping a total of 380m. An impressive natural attraction which draws over 350,000 visitors every year.

These two small towns are idyllically situated at around 1,000 metres above sea level. For those who want to spend a relaxing holiday in the mountains of Salzburg, away from large crowds, here you will find the perfect conditions.

Known for its Woodworking Schools, the town of Kuchl is situated close to the main county town of Hallein in the wide plain of the Salzach River Valley. The surrounding mountains of the Tennen and Hagen mountain ranges are suitable for sports activities. Many attractive excursion destinations are located in the immediate vicinity.

The village of Leogang, population around 3300, looks back on a long history and rich mining tradition. In Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn, today's winter sports fans find one of Austria's biggest ski areas. In summer, hikers, families and bikers enjoy the wide range of possibilities.

During the summer months, Lessach and the surrounding Lungau region invite you to go hiking or cycling in the Lungau Mountain pasture summer. For those who visit the summer huts, the reward is a view of the numerous 2,000m peaks where delicious snacks taste even better.

The town of Lofer in Salzburger Saalachtal has a population of around 2,000 and is situated in the north of the Pinzgau region. In summer, the holiday resort scores points with the Lofer alpine world for hikers, bikers and families. The impressive kayak world championship course on the Saalach River attracts fearless white-water sports enthusiasts to Lofer.

The rugged crags of the Steinernes Meer, the gently domed Pinzgauer Grasberge mountains and glistening Lake Zeller See all flank the holiday village of Maishofen, in the Pinzgau district of Salzburg. From fun-filled hiking and biking in summer to skiing in four top nearby ski areas in winter, the spectrum of holiday activities in this small community couldn't be broader.

Maria Alm, with its two mountain villages of Hintermoos and Hinterthal with around 2,150 inhabitants, has retained its charming, rural character. In summer, Maria Alm is a paradise for hikers and bikers, while in winter it’s attractive thanks to the winter kingdom of 120km of connected ski slopes.

Pure air, clean water, a low-pollen altitude and added to that the most hours of Sun in Austria. Holidays in Mariapfarr just do you good. Additionally, there are the impressive views of the peaks of the Tauern Mountains and a variety of activities all year round.

The historic town of Mauterndorf is located over 1,100m above sea level. Quiet and rustic in unspoilt nature and full of hospitality. Thus, the Lungauer holiday town of Mauterndorf invites you to an unforgettable holiday experience. Large and small explorers marvel at the variety of possibilities – all year round.