The world is a beautiful place …

… and Salzburger Land, in particular, has many exceptionally beautiful faces.

Mountains and lakes, folk customs and rich traditions, art, music and culture, regional cuisine and farmers who produce foods of exceptional quality – all as authentic as it gets! Hohe Tauern National Park, along with various other nature parks and conservation areas, attest to the unique landscapes of this part of the world. Area sightseeing attractions highlight the extraordinary nature as well as the long and colorful history of Salzburg.

A special experience - skating on the icy lakes of Salzburger Land

Swimming lakes in Salzburger Land offer welcome refreshment in summer

Freeriders find optimal conditions for their expeditions through deep-snow terrain

Natural monuments, led by Krimml Waterfalls and the World of Ice Giants in Werfen,

the world’s biggest ice cave, bad-weather alternatives such as Therme amadé in Altenmarkt, tourist trains such as the Taurachbahn in Lungau, though also ships, buses and mountain lifts invite you to embark on a journey of discovery. Castles and palaces are waiting to be conquered, museums and exhibitions to be explored. The highest mountain in Austria lies in Salzburger Land: the Grossglockner! If you don’t have enough alpine experience to climb to its summit, you should definitely consider an excursion along the Grossglockner High-Alpine Road. Driving on the highest mountain pass in Austria is a one-of-a-kind adventure!

Life in the country and the natural idyll

contrasts marvelously with the City of Mozart, Salzburg, including a beautiful historical district and unique cultural heritage.

Every year during Festival season, Salzburg is transformed into a grand international stage and culture lovers from every corner of the globe create a colorful scene. Enthroned above it all: majestic Hohensalzburg Fortress. A visit to this city on the River Salzach works wonders regardless of the time of year. The fortress, Salzburg Cathedral, Mirabell Gardens, Hellbrunn Palace, countless other historic buildings and monuments, art and culture, theater and music, shopping in the Old City and strolling between coffeehouses – all barely a 90-minute drive from Tamsweg!

Salzburg

Life in the country and in the city

The diversity of Salzburg is immeasurable. There is simply so much to discover. But there’s no better time than the present to get started! But be forewarned, you will be spoiled for choices. Who knows which attraction will catch your eye first. To be quite honest, it wouldn’t hurt to plan your sightseeing schedule even before you get here.