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Excursions from A-Z.

Excursions for young and old.

The Bluntau Valley.

The Bluntautal nature reserve is unique in its natural beauty, making it one of the most enchanting spots in Salzburger Land. The crystal-clear waters of the Torrener Ache river reflect the breathtaking mountain scenery and the deep green lakes are home to brown trout. At any time of year, in any weather - the Bluntau Valley stirs the soul and offers a variety of recreational opportunities. Starting point for an alpine hike to the Bärenhütte.

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The Eisriesenwelt in Werfen.

The ice cave is unique and huge. In fact, it is the largest known ice cave in the world. A visit to the Eisriesenwelt is an experience for the whole family! Experience the mountains in a different way. Discover the wonders of the largest ice cave in the world. You will see ice palaces of crystal-clear beauty that will whisk you away to a wintery world of ice, even on hot summer days.

Address // Eishöhlenstraße 30, 5450 Werfen / Austria

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The Hohenwerfen adventure castle.

An airy experience awaits visitors to the over 900-year-old Hohenwerfen adventure castle. On the steep rocky cone high above the Salzach Valley, the breeze from the surrounding mountain giants blows through the embrasures. The feathered hunters of the historic provincial falconry centre, the dashing weapons, the museums and dark corners invite you to take the thick walls by storm.

Address // Burgstraße 2, 5450 Werfen / Austria

The F. Porsche Driving Dream Experience.

The fahr(T)raum is the largest Austro Daimler collection in the world. All exhibits are fully functional and can be hired for chauffeur-driven trips through the beautiful Salzburg Lake District. In the "Traktor Stadl", the fahr(T)raum focuses on the mechanisation of agriculture with Porsche and Allgeier tractors.

Address // Passauerstraße 30, 5163 Mattsee / Austria

Fuschl am See.

The resort is located between the Mozart city of Salzburg and the spa town of Bad Ischl in the beautiful Salzkammergut region. A circular hiking trail around the lake awaits you on your way to the Rumingmühle, while a fairytale trail and a Kneipp herb garden await the little ones. The Fuschlsee swimming pool with heated outdoor pool and a 250 metre long natural bathing beach and the Wesenauer bathing beach on the southern shore of Lake Fuschl with a great children's playground offer swimming fun.

The Ghost Mountain.

Four adventure worlds on the Alpendorf Ghost Mountain. Awaken the talking ghost gate and join Gspensti & Spuki in the 4 ghostly worlds of earth spirits, fire spirits, water spirits and air spirits. Air swings, bird's nests, climbing dragon, ghost tower, water games, ghost lake, cone shooting galleries and much more await young and old in the alpine leisure park.

Address // 5600, St. Johann/Pongau / Austria

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Kaprun high mountain reservoir.

High up - to the VERBUND reservoirs in Kaprun. With our own bus shuttles and the Lärchwand inclined lift, you can comfortably reach the Mooserboden reservoir at an altitude of 2,000 metres. There you can take part in a guided tour of the dam wall or gain an insight into the eternal ice of the glacier world in the adventure exhibition. All around, a breathtaking landscape invites you to go hiking.

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Minigolf course in Werfen.

Families want The Werfen minigolf course is known beyond Austria's borders. You can test your skills on the international 18-hole course while enjoying the marvellous scenery at the foot of the Tennengebirge!

Altaussee Salt Mine.

The "mountain of treasures", the Altaussee salt mine, presents itself to visitors with tunnels of pure rock salt that lead to St Barbara's Chapel and via two miners' slides to the underground salt lake, where a fascinating multimedia show takes place. During the Second World War, the most valuable works of art in Europe were stored here and saved from destruction by the Altaussee miners. The Altaussee Salt Worlds can also be visited in the winter months.

Address // Lichtersberg 25, 8992 Altaussee / Austria

Hallein Salt Mine.

Discover the roots of Salzburg. The mine railway takes guests into the realm of "white gold", where the Celts mined salt more than 2,500 years ago. In the Middle Ages, the salt trade brought great wealth to the city and province of Salzburg. Miners' slides and raft trips across the underground salt lake leave unforgettable impressions. The Celtic village SALINA and the Celtic Museum in Hallein provide in-depth insights into the fascinating history of salt.

Address // Ramsauerstraße 3, 5422 Bad Dürrnberg / Austria

Hallstatt Salt Mine.

Archaeological site in the oldest salt mine in the world. In the Hallstatt Salt Worlds you can experience 7000 years of salt mining in an exciting and entertaining way. The panoramic ride on the salt mine railway, the spectacular viewing platform "World Heritage View" and a walk-in show grave are the start. The guided tour through the salt mine includes 2 long miners' slides, the underground salt lake and a ride on the mine railway.

Saukaralm.

The Saukaralm, at 1850m, is the highest alpine pasture in the Grossarl Valley. Its unique location makes the Saukaralm one of the most beautiful vantage points in the entire valley. The panorama extends from the Hohe Tauern and Hochkönig to the Tennengebirge and Hagengebirge mountains. The "Bella Cascinaia" via ferrata leads directly from the alpine pasture to the summit of the Saukarkopf. The Saukaralm can also be easily reached with a pushchair via the goods road. Overnight accommodation available on request.

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Schafberg cable car.

The Schafbergbahn is the steepest cog railway in Austria. It has been running from St. Wolfgang to the 1,783 metre-high Schafberg since 1893. From the end of April to October, modern and nostalgic cogwheel locomotives steam up the mountain, making the journey an unforgettable experience. With its striking summit, the Schafberg is one of the most beautiful panoramic mountains in Austria.

Address // Wolfgangsee, 5360 St. Wolfgang / Austria

Abtenau summer toboggan run.

Summer tobogganing in Abtenau! The fun leisure activity for young and old. 2 km of tobogganing fun for the whole family - mount up, fasten your seatbelt and off you go on Europe's most exciting summer toboggan run.

Address // Au 99, 5441 Abtenau / Austria

Stuhlalm.

Griaß Gott and a warm welcome! An extensive hike to the legendary Stuhlalm always comes with guaranteed rewards. Up here, the Große Bischofsmütze towers imposingly from the Gosaukamm of the Dachstein massif and the Tennengebirge, Großglockner and Hohe Tauern mountains greet you in the distance.

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Untersberg railway.

Unlimited views. Enjoy the comfortable ascent in the spacious gondolas and enjoy the view of the "Rosittental" valley below and the surrounding mountains. In the mountain station area you will find a magnificent panorama - from the Salzkammergut lakes to the Tauern, not forgetting the Hochalm mountain restaurant and the Zeppezauerhaus.

Address // Dr. Ödlweg 2, 5083 Gartenau / Austria

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Wolfgangsee boat trip.

Wolfgangsee Schifffahrt has been around since imperial times - the paddle steamer "Kaiser Franz Josef I" first set sail on Lake Wolfgangsee in 1873 and was hailed as a "technical achievement" at the time. The 33 metre long nostalgic ship has starred in numerous films and is still part of the fleet. Today, the fleet consists of six motorised ships, headed by the flagship "Salzburg".

Address // Markt 35, 5360 St. Wolfgang / Austria


Further excursion destinations

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Excursion destinations in Bavaria

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The Salzburg Open Air Museum.

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The Mondsee Basilica