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European Capital of Culture Bad Ischl Salzkammergut 2024

Bad Ischl Salzkammergut 2024 brings the diversity of historically rooted and contemporary art and culture to the fore in 23 municipalities. On 20 January 2024, the Bad Ischl Salzkammergut Capital of Culture was officially opened in the Bad Ischl Kurpark. A varied programme awaits you throughout the year.

Emergence and revival

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

© Foto Oberösterreich Tourismus/MondseeIrrsee/Michael Grössinger: Angerichtete Jause in der Erlachmühle am Mondsee im Salzkammergut.
Angerichtete Jause im Gastgarten in der Erlachmühle am Mondsee im Salzkammergut, auf einem Holzbrett liegen Gemüse, Käse und Fleisch.

ENJOYMENT & CUISINE

ENJOYMENT & CUISINE

Local char and whitefish are served fresh from the crystal-clear lakes. Flavoursome and mild cheeses from cows, goats or sheep are produced by local farms or dairies in the region.

More for connoisseur
© Foto TVB Mondsee-Irrsee/Valentin Weinhäupl: Ein Pärchen beim Mountainbiken am Mondseeberg. Die beiden fahren auf einer Straße durch den Wald.
Ein Pärchen beim Mountainbiken am Mondseeberg. Die beiden fahren auf einer Straße durch den Wald.

SUMMER FRESHNESS & ACTIVITIES

SUMMER FRESHNESS & ACTIVITIES

Whether cycling, hiking or relaxing by the lake - the Salzkammergut offers unique experiences for all summer holidaymakers. Numerous happy places, romantic boat trips and cultural highlights await you.

Active in summer
© Foto Fuschlseeregion/Lienbacher Wolfgang: Konzert der Musikkapelle
Man sieht einen Teil einer Musikkapelle, welche gerade unter einem Baum eine Konzert spielt.

CULTURE & CUSTOMS

CULTURE & CUSTOMS

The culture in the Salzkammergut is characterised by the connection between past and present. Immerse yourself in history, experience traditional customs at first hand and be inspired by the vibrant culture of the present.

Salzkammergut cultur

Active holiday 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 when you stand at the summit and enjoy the indescribably beautiful view of the mountain landscape? The moment when you feel the adrenalin in your body as you cycle down the slope? Immerse yourself in the varied landscape between mountains and lakes!

© Foto: Salzkammergut/Katrin Kerschbaumer: Pause am See während dem Radfahren
Eine Frau und ein Mann blicken auf den See hinaus und halten ihre Fahrräder. Am See ist ein Boot, drauf angelt ein Mann. Davor schwimmt ein Schwan.

MOUNTAIN LAKES ETRAIL

MOUNTAIN LAKES ETRAIL

Swap your horsepower for a bike battery and experience the Salzkammergut and the summer resort in a different way.

BergeSeen eTrail

© Wandern©TourismusverbandAttersee-Attergau MoritzAblinger
Zwei Wanderer wandern in der Region Attersee-Attergau. Hinter bei sieht man den Attersee durchblitzen

MOUNTAIN LAKES TRAIL

MOUNTAIN LAKES TRAIL

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

BergeSeen Trail

© Foto Oberösterreich Tourismus/Traunsee-Almtal/Robert Maybach: Familie spaziert am Laudachsee in Grünberg im Salzkammergut.
Familie spaziert um den Laudachsee in Grünberg im Salzkammergut, Frau hält das Mädchen an der Hand und der Mann trägt den Bub auf seinen Schultern, im Hintergrund die Berglandschaft und der See.

FAMILY HOLIDAY

FAMILY HOLIDAY

The Salzkammergut offers numerous opportunities for fun and relaxation. The picturesque landscape with its enchanting lakes, green forests and imposing mountains makes a family holiday an unforgettable experience.

Family holiday

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© Salzkammergut Tourismus/Kerschbaumer Katrin: Wandern im Toten Gebirge
Ein Paar steht neben dem Gipfelkreuz am Gipfel des Elm im Toten Gebirge.
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