Introduction

Gastein Valley with Wildkogel

Salzburg City

Salzburger Land: Zell am See and Kaprun

Salzburger Land Engl/Arabic

Gastein Valley, Zell am See, Salzburg City

 Out and about in the SalzburgerLand

Vacation guests truly appreciate summer in the SalzburgerLand, for

the air is clean and clear. The SalzburgerLand is full of fabulous sights
to see – and Salzburg City is a baroque jewel. Embark on a journey of
discovery and you will be amazed.

Sumer
in the mountains

Relax in a splendid mountain world, surrounded by lush meadows and green forests, and you
will understand why the SalzburgerLand is the perfect destination for your vacation. The Salz-
burgerLand is also a region of lakes. No matter how young or old, when you take a dip in one of
our clear lakes - be that the Wolfgangsee, Fuschlsee, Wallersee, Zeller See or Trumer lakes –
you are guaranteed to feel on top of the world. Unforgettable times, walking and shopping in
Salzburg City, sitting in one of the traditional coffee shops – wonderful moments and memo-
rable vacations await you during a Salzburg summer.

Alpine Wellness

Alpine Wellness Hotels are extraordinary oases of well-being in the midst of

the SalzburgerLand’s mountains. Their special alpine health & wellness pro-
grams are based on centuries-old knowledge. In addition to the ambience of
the hotels, food is a major factor in enhancing well-being. Which is why Salz-
burg specialties take their place alongside vegetarian, light and whole-foods
cuisine. When it comes to keeping in shape, the mountains are the world’s
biggest open-air fitness center.

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An excursion through the SalzburgerLand

“A piece of paradise” – thus it was that

author, Carl Zuckmayer, described his
adopted homeland, the Salzburger-
Land. If you know this region, you can-
not fail to agree. This land is marked
by an imposing combination of moun-
tains and lakes, rivers and forests,
pretty villages and prosperous cities.
Every region – from the Salzburg Lake
District to the Hohe Tauern National
Park – has something unique to offer.
Join us now on a short tour.

Beautiful countryside | The facts and figures are as at-

tractive as they are impressive. With a population of only some
147,000, Salzburg has more than 4,000 cultural events per year
and some 20 baroque churches. The city‘s silhouette is unparal-
leled: Hohensalzburg Fortress, the baroque Cathedral, the Fran-
ciscan and Collegiate Church at the foot of the Mönchsberg and
the mighty, legendary Untersberg in the distance. A few of the
many “musts” on a visit to Salzburg are described below.

Splashing in the Water | Longing for the Lakes I 185 lakes

adorn the City of Salzburg’s environs, the Salzkammergut region,
the mountain valleys, and even the mountaintops themselves.
The summer sun turns many of them into colourful playgrounds
for all who long for fun in and around the water.

Nature | Nature & Conservation I So that nature can continue

to thrive unabated, many spots have set their focus squarely on
conservation efforts. The Hohe Tauern National Park – the larg-
est in all the Alps – is but one example.

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 Gasteinertal

The richness of the Gasteinertal area goes back to

several centuries due to its gold mines. It became
famous worldwide be-
cause of the healing
thermal springs. Over
5 million litres of fresh
thermal water bubble up
each day from the heal-
ing springs of Gastein.
Three
Rich with the natural ele-
multi-faceted ment Radon, thermal wa-
towns ter of Gastein has a vitalising effect on the human
organism and its ability of self-healing.

The combination of ther-

The Gasteinertal Valley has three places with three mal water and the Al-
different characters. Bad Gastein pampers its guests pine atmosphere makes
with complete comfort, unique Belle-Époque romance,
the flair of an internationally famous casino as well as Gastein the Mecca for
various cultural and entertainment possibilities. nature-lovers and those
In the sports-oriented and modern Bad Hofgastein, seeking relaxation. Even
guests find vitality and openness expressed in a
dignitaries from the Arab
charming way at a place for leisure and relaxation in
the middle of the Gastein mountain area. region like the Saudi
Dorfgastein is a symbol of mountain romanticism, kings and Iran’s Shah
friendly habits, indigenous hospitality, fun, entertain- have known and valued
ment for whole family.
Gastein.

info@gastein.com

Gasteinertal Tourismus GmbH

Tauernplatz 1 | A-5630 Bad Hofgastein
P. +43/6432/33 93 | F. +43/6432/33 93-120
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 Ski-Arena
Wildkogel

Neukirchen and Bramberg are the appropriate home

for various kinds of vacations to those who carve for
winter. In addition to the caring hospitality, there is a
wide range of winter sports and entertainment facili-
ties and the well-prepared ski tracks and tracks. Skiing,
carving, snow-boarding, hitch-hiking , sledging, snow-
walking accompanied by National Park guides or igloo
building in the Ski area Wildkogel, one can feel winter
with all senses. You can ski, carve and snow-board up to
the doorsteps of your hotel. The best snow conditions
are available in the probably friendliest skiing areas of
Austria, the Wildkogel area, from December to spring
time. You can reach a height of 2100 m in Wildkogel in
the shortest time using a top modern six-seater ski-lift.
There are 55 km of well-prepared tracks, well-overlooked slopes for families and physically demanding slopes to Neu-
kirchen (5 km) and Bramberg (14 km). More than 1300 different heights excite the young and old.
Tip: The 14 km slope leading to Bramberg is probably the longest sledging track that is lighted throughout the evening.

TVB A-5741 Neukirchen am Großvenediger

P. +43/6565/62 56 | info@neukirchen.at info@neukirchen.at
TVB A-5733 Bramberg am Wildkogel
P. +43/6566/72 51 | info@bramberg.at info@bramberg.at
www.skiarena-wildkogel.at www.urlaubsarena-wildkogel.at
 Wildkogel Holiday Region, Neukirchen & Bramberg

In the middle of the Kitzbüheler Alps and in the heart of the Hohe Tauern National
Park: Features of this location are enough expression of what tourists can expect in
the vacation area of Wildkogel in summer and winter.

Mountain area
Vacation Delight

Around the Wildkogel, the mountain with the most beautiful views in Oberpinzgau, are the highest
mountaintops of the Austrian Alps: Großvenediger (3.674 m), Großglockner ((3.798 m) and the beau-
ties of the Hohe Tauern National Park with its 1800 sq m, Europe’s second largest wildlife sanctuary.
Enjoying pure nature in Neukirchen and Bramberg, the two hospitable places in the vacation area of
Wildkogel offer you a six-day variating program for children as well as for sport activists, wellness
enthusiasts, hitch kickers, Alpinists and bikers. The background comprises of Austria’s glaciers at
3000 m high, green Alpine meadows and rich plains in addition to the highest waterfalls in Europe
and beautiful mountain lakes.

Enjoy the original

hospitality and culture

Vacation area Wildkogel is

located at the gate of the
Hohe Tauern National Park,
one of the most pristine
landscapes of the eastern
Alps. Here the four seasons
of the year are displayed in
full originality, diversity and
harmony. In the vast archaic
nature, an original lifestyle is
still preserved. Large numbers
of old structure are put under
preservation order. Daily life
is outlined by traditions and
hospitality has a special natu-
ral value.

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 Mozart
and Salzburg

Mozart and Salzburg - although Mozart‘s music has captured the hearts
of music lovers around the world, Salzburg is the city most closely associ-
ated with the great composer. 350 of his loveliest works were composed in
Salzburg, laying the cornerstone for his unique career and making Mozart
what he has undisputedly been to this day: the world‘s most important
and most often played composer. His memory is preserved in Salzburg
with great love and expertise. Visitors from around the world will find
traces of Mozart in Salzburg: Mozart‘s Birthplace, the Mozart Residence,
the Mozart Monument, etc.

Salzburg Festival

Salzburg Festival – Music has a very high standing in Salzburg, which

is not remarkable considering that over 4,000 music and theater
events in a variety of genres are held throughout the year. In ad-
dition to such highlights as the summer Festival, the Jazz Festival
in November or Mozart Week in January, a cache of orchestral and
chamber music concerts, serenades, soloist concerts, concerts in the
loveliest concert halls in Salzburg‘s palaces, pop and rock concerts,
performances at the Landestheater, intimate theater, the Marionette
Theater, Advent and New Year‘s Eve events, the Sound of Salzburg-
Show, Mozart Dinner Concerts, etc. are also available.

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 Salzburg – Stage of the World

Salzburg combines a magnificent past with an active present.

The great heritage left by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and the
powerful prince archbishops is just as omnipresent in Salzburg
as a contemporary culture and convention program.

Salzburg

Salzburg is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, winning international acclaim in 1997 upon being designated
a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The historic city center with its variety of structural styles is a rare architectural
treasure. Strolling through the narrow streets one can find buildings dating from the Middle Ages, the Romantic Age,
the Renaissance, Baroque and elegant, classic burgher houses from the monarchy in close proximity. No historical age
failed to leave its architectural mark on Salzburg. With a city so rich in visual attractions, guests are encouraged to
plan enough time for a visit to Salzburg to capture some of the city‘s unique atmosphere and join in the lively urban
bustle. Whether you‘re coming to enjoy the culture, go shopping, take a stroll, stop at a café or simply spend a day in
town, Salzburg has many charming facets. Highlights: Hohensalzburg Fortress, Cathedral, Residenz, Getreidegasse,
Mirabell Gardens, Hellbrunn Palace and Trick Fountains, Klessheim Palace (houses the Salzburg Casino in an elegant,
baroque ambiance), and many other attractions.

Sound of Music

Sound of Music fans must use the opportunity to visit the famous film lo-
cations on a trip to Salzburg and its environs. The movie has become a cult
film overseas and many fans have always dreamed of seeing where Maria
Tourismus Salzburg GmbH
once lived. Locations: Nonnberg Convent – Mirabell Gardens – Residenz
Square – Mönchsberg-Terrace – Horse pond – Frohnburg and Leopoldskron Auerspergstraße 6
Palace – Mondsee Church (wedding chapel in the movie) – the Sound of A-5020 Salzburg
Music gazebo in Hellbrunn.
Tel: +43/662/88987- 0
Fax: +43/662/88987-32
tourist@salzburg.info tourist@salzburg.info
www.salzburg.info
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 SalzburgerLand -
capital of culture
The SalzburgerLand is, without doubt, Austria’s premier and fine dining
gourmet destination. Its exceptionally high density of
award-winning restaurants is the best proof of all. This
year, 65 restaurants in Salzburg city and state were re-
cipients of 99 awards from the internationally renowned
Gault Millau Guide.

Salzburg brimming
with atmosphere

Salzburg is a town described by many names. “City of Mozart” is probably its best known.
The “Festival City” is its most prestigious. And for many it is the “Baroque City” – a city with
a splendid past, once ruled by powerful archbishops. It is the city of top-notch cultural events
and, at the same time, a city with an eye to the future, nestled in the heart of Europe.

A stroll down its Getreidegasse, a famous shopping street decorated with the signs of various
guilds, suffices to give you a sense of this city’s flair. Countless coffee shops between Mozart’s
birthplace and the Residenzplatz invite you to rest and savor the moment.

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 The
Kitzsteinhorn

Austria’s oldest glacier skiing region.

An eldorado for all snow-seeking sportsmen in winter, the ideal terrain
for hiking or climbing in summer: Kitzsteinhorn right in the middle of the
‘Europa-Sportregion Zell am See-Kaprun’ is a synonym of an active, but
relaxing holiday in the mountains. The skiing area on the glacier is now
celebrating its birthday. For 40 long years the ‘Gletscherbahnen Kaprun AG’
has been taking skiing fans, sun worshippers, and mountain lovers up to
the top of the mountain, up to a height of 3.029 metres.

welcome@europasportregion.info

Europa Sportregion Zell am See – Kaprun

Brucker Bundesstrasse 1a | A-5700 Zell am See
P. +43/6542/770-0 | F. +43/6542/720-32
welcome@europasportregion.info | www.europasportregion.info
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 Europa-Sportregion Zell am See – Kaprun

With 13,500 beds and two million overnight stays per year, the Europa-Sportregion
Zell am See - Kaprun is one of the most important tourism centres in Austria.

The right offer

for everyone.

Summer delights between valleys and mountains: There is a lot of action in the Europa-Sportregion. When the
temperatures rise, an entirely new summer world opens up among the mountains and valleys: there are all
sorts of things to be discovered by land, by water and by air. Schmittenhöhe and Kitzsteinhorn offer ideal con-
ditions for hikes through the untouched countryside. The professional mountain guides of the area know all
the best paths like the back of their hands. Exploring the region by bike is another option for tourists. Twelve
different tours offer the right choice for everyone, from a leisurely ride along the ‚Romantikweg‘ cycle track to
the challenge of 80 kilometres of mountain roads up towards Grossglockner.

Windsurfing, sailing, diving or water skiing: when the sun is burning hot, Lake Zell provides a very welcome
cooling. Water sports experts hold special courses in which they teach interested tourists the right tricks and
techniques. The internationally recognized sailing licence, which can be acquired in the Europa-Sportregion,
enables its holders to sail always ‘close to the wind’. Rafting or kayaking is even more exciting than sailing. The
rapid currents of the Salzach and Saalach Rivers guarantee for lots of fun. All those who like things to move
a little more slowly, but still want to enjoy the cooling liquid, can go for a pleasure trip on the lake on one of
the boat of ‚Schmittenhöhebahn AG‘. And if you would like to be the skipper of your own small craft, there are
rowing or electric boats for hire.

The high-ropes-course guarantees a fair amount of thrills when you balance along some narrow beams or
climb ‘Jacob’s Ladder’ at a dizzy height. Canyoning is quite exciting, too. Gorges, water falls and rock pools turn
this trip into a wet, but wonderful pleasure. A glider or hang glider flight as part of an ‘active holiday’ will pro-
vide glorious views from high above the idyllic towns of Zell am See and Kaprun. A game of golf, on the other
hand, offers relaxation. The ball can either be holed in on the two renowned championship courses or, alterna-
tively, across the loops and obstacles of one of the three miniature golf courses.

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