SalzburgerLand in Winter
Holidays between skiing, tobogganing, ice skating and romantic trip destinations
Gentle winter holidays: Romantic and relaxing
SalzburgerLand offers many different sides when it comes to winter holidays. It can be peaceful and romantic, as winter magic still exists here. You can experience it at a leisurely pace, whether on a horse-drawn sleigh ride, a hot air balloon trip, a walk through snow-covered landscapes, or a snowshoe hike in the mountains.
Active winter holidays: Vibrant and dynamic
For those who prefer the fast-paced, energetic side of SalzburgerLand, the region’s ski resorts offer plenty of sporting challenges. Skiing, cross-country skiing, sledging, and thrilling fun sports provide excitement, adrenaline, and the anticipation of a hearty snack in an alpine hut.
Events in SalzburgerLand:
Traditional and modern highlights are shown in the Calendar of events.
Meet the SalzburgerLand
Top highlights
On boards, runners or crampons
From the frozen lakes in the north of SalzburgerLand, a whole chain of winter sports regions stretches southwards: from the Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn to Obertauern, Werfenweng, and Kitzsteinhorn. The winter lifestyle wouldn’t be complete without the legendary ski huts and the popular Alpine cuisine, featuring dishes like potato gröstl, Kaspressknödel, or wild blueberry cake.
The most modern cable cars, floodlit slopes, public transport, and ski circuits: Everything in SalzburgerLand’s ski resorts is geared towards a sustainable winter season.
Trip destinations in SalzburgerLand
Regions
Cities and places
A break from home
Invigorating sulphur baths, soothing saline pools, inhalation therapies, and swimming in mineral-rich waters – the healing power of water flows in many thermal baths and indoor pools throughout the region. Those who float in a heated outdoor pool are sure to gaze up at one of the snowy peaks. This is "Alpine Wellness" in SalzburgerLand.
And once your body and mind are warmly relaxed, the fresh outdoor air will revitalise you while skiing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, or simply enjoying a peaceful walk.
Famous personalities
The sounds of a global success
Edelweiss, Edelweiss…! One of the most successful Hollywood musicals of all time, The Sound of Music, was filmed in the city of Salzburg and SalzburgerLand. The memories of Maria Augusta Trapp and her famous singing family became a global hit on screen.
Hellbrunn Palace and the Mirabell Gardens in Salzburg, as well as the Mondsee Basilica and St. Gilgen on Lake Wolfgang in SalzburgerLand, are now visited by film fans from around the world.
Food and drink in SalzburgerLand: Experience the creative, enjoy the traditional!
Recipes
Unique places to stay
Climate Protection Tips
Choose sustainable ski resorts
Book eco-certified hotels
Spend your winter holiday at an organic farm
Plan your journey by train
Use sustainable transport in the ski resort
Enjoy regional, seasonal, and organic food
Try slow winter activities
The Hohe Tauern National Park
The largest national park in the entire Alps exceeds the wildest alpine expectations: Over 250 peaks above 3,000 metres and 342 glaciers can be found in this pristine, protected region. At its heart is the Großglockner, Austria’s highest mountain, towering at 3,798 metres. The famous Großglockner High Alpine Road offers thrilling, winding drives – though it’s closed in winter.
The home of eagles, ibex, and marmots can be explored with national park rangers in the great outdoors. The National Park Museum in Mittersill creatively showcases the park’s highlights under one roof.