365 Days of Adventure in SalzburgerLand
Explore Obertauern & Hochkönig
Crystal-clear lakes with pleasant swimming temperatures, top-notch pistes, easily accessible alpine pastures and mountain huts, picture-perfect mountain villages, and historic towns with an impressive cultural offering - SalzburgerLand is an all-year-round destination for every taste and holiday preference. Natural wonders such as waterfalls and ice caves meet historic castles and palaces, outdoor activities tradition-filled events and culinary delights.
Hochkönig Region: Nestled between the Hochkönig mountains and the villages of Maria Alm, Dienten, and Mühlbach, this region offers powerful nature, warm hospitality, and unforgettable experiences all year round. In summer, enjoy over 340 km of hiking trails, from easy family walks to challenging alpine tours, plus scenic bike trails connecting all three villages. In winter, the area turns into a snow paradise with the famous Königstour - 35 km of continuous ski slopes across six peaks - alongside culinary ski routes and peaceful winter activities. Year-round events blend tradition and modern alpine life.
Obertauern: Located in the Lungau region of SalzburgerLand, Obertauern is a year-round mountain destination that appeals to active travellers and nature lovers alike. In spring, summer, and autumn, its high-alpine location offers fresh mountain air, panoramic hiking trails, trail running routes, and scenic e-bike tours, while traditional mountain huts invite relaxed breaks with regional cuisine. When winter arrives, Obertauern transforms into one of Austria’s most snow-sure resorts, renowned for ski-in/ski-out skiing, snowboarding, cross-country trails, snowshoeing, and winter hiking, often well into spring.
Why visit SalzburgerLand
An all-year-round outdoor playground for all ages, fitness levels and holiday preferences
Obertauern is a hub for trendy activities such as cold water and fullmoon swimming or trail running, as well as one of the most snow-sure winter sports destinations in the Austrian Alps
Hochkönig scores as a hiking and biking paradise with highlights such as the Königstour, and is known as one of the most family-friendly skiing resorts in Austria
185 crystal-clear waters and 22 swimming lakes
SalzburgerLand has 1,800 alpine pastures (a record in Austria!) and more than 550 mountain huts
Won't get SalzburgerLand out of your head...
Experiences in spring, summer and autumn
Experiences in winter
Insider Tips
Cold water swimming in Obertauern
Diving into one of Obertauern's eleven idyllic mountain lakes is not only refreshing, but also has hugely positive effects on your health, including pain management, muscle relief and an instant mood boost. That's why cold water swimming at lake temperatures of 17-23°C (at the peak of summer!) is becoming increasingly popular. Head out with local expert Hansjörg Ransmayr and experience the thrill for yourself.
Winter long-distance hiking at the Hochkönig
Four new star-shaped routes take you deep into the wintery mountain world. You'll find yourself walking through snow-covered forests and across sunny plateaus with views of the majestic peaks of the Hochkönig. Each hike opens up new perspectives – and yet at the end of the day you always return to your familiar starting point. Easily accessible by public transport.
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SalzburgerLand Tourismus GmbH
Wiener Bundesstraße 23
5300 Hallwang
Phone: +43 662 6688 0