Luftaufnahme mit Blick über den Attersee in Richtung Höllengebirge, zwei Wanderer am Edelkastanienweg.

Salzkammergut

Happiness at the lake and mountain region

Eine Wandergruppe wandert auf einer Almwiese, im Hintergrund befinden sich Almhütten

Hiking enjoyment in the Salzkammergut

Enjoy the scenic diversity of the region, on easy hikes or on challenging tours.

Ein Mann und drei Frauen gehen vor dem Freilichtmuseum Mondseer Rauchhaus in Tiefgraben im Salzkammergut, im Vordergrund ist eine schmale Holzbrücke zu sehen.

Your cottage holiday in the

Autumn

Your cottage holiday in the

Autumn

Relax into autumn - away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, into the peace and tranquillity of nature. Experience Austrian holiday tradition in the mountains of the Salzkammergut.

To the huts

Emergence and revival

As the home of summer retreats and Schnürlregen, rich in salt, lush meadows and forests, blue-green lakes and original traditions, the Salzkammergut is a household name to many people. Each of its eight regions is a world of its own.

A platter with dishes in the restaurant Das Attersee in the Salzkammergut. You can see a hand that is just about to garnish the plate. A pair of black scissors is lying on the plate.

Culinary delights

From the crystal-clear lakes local fish come fresh to the plate. Spicy and mild cheeses from cow, goat or sheep are produced by local farms or by the creameries of the region.

More information

Eine Frau und ein Mann stehen am Steg direkt am Traunsee. Im Hintergrund ist ein Berg und die Sonne geht auf.

ACTIVITIES

The Salzkammergut combines the advantages of summer like no other region. Over 76 lakes invite you to swim, the fantastic mountains are a paradise for outdoor sports enthusiasts. Numerous amazing places are waiting to be explored and various cultural highlights complete the adventure summer in the Salzkammergut!

Summer activities

© 62nd Daffodil Festival in Ausseerland-Salzkammergut Daffodil Festival, Ausseerland, Salzkammergut, Styria, Austria, Flower Festival 11.06.2021, Altaussee, Styria, Austria (Austria): Preparations for the 62nd Daffodil Festival in the Ausseerland-Salzkammer

A daffodil sovereign in traditional Aussee costume holds a meadow flower bush in her hand.

CULTURE & TRADITION

The culture in the Salzkammergut is characterized by the connection between the present and the past. Immerse yourself in history, experience traditional customs and be inspired by the vibrant contemporary culture.

Learn more

Ein Kunstprojekt am See. Künstler / Statisten stehen auf einem Steg am See.

European Capital of Culture Bad Ischl Salzkammergut 2024

In 2024, the Salzkammergut with Bad Ischl as the banner city has the title of European Capital of Culture. For the first time in history, it will take place in an inner Alpine region. A total of 23 communities between Roitham am Traunfall and Bad Mitterndorf are part of the Capital of Culture region.

Active vacation between mountains and lakes

Joie de vivre. One word, many interpretations. Is it the jump into the crystal clear lake in the morning? The pause you make at the peak of the mountain and enjoy the indescribably beautiful view of the landscape? The moment when you put your poles in the snow and shortly afterwards you feel the powder snow flurry up? Immerse yourself in the varied landscape between mountains and lakes!

A biker couple watches the sunrise on the Zwölferhorn. They are standing off the trail on a ledge with a view towards Strobl.

BergeSeen eTrail

If you swap your horsepower for a bike battery, you will experience the Salzkammergut in a new and summery way.

BergeSeen eTrail

A man and a woman hike along the Edelkastanienweg at Lake Attersee in the Salzkammergut.

BergeSeen Trail

The first long-distance hiking trail through the Salzkammergut measures 340 kilometres and is a string of dream trails. Everyone should hike at least one of the more than 40 tours during their summer holiday.

BergeSeen Trail

A man and a boy on a stand-up paddle boat at Mondsee in the Salzkammergut, with the Schafberg in the background.

WATER SPORTS

The element water can be enjoyed in many forms and variations in the Salzkammergut. The 76 Salzkammergut lakes invite you to feel good and get active. A quick dip in the water to cool down, an extensive day of swimming at the lake or more intensive swimming sessions? The Salzkammergut offers water fun for every taste.

Water activities