Excursion destinations & sights in pongau
Experience museums * castles and palaces * natural attractions * caves * sports and leisure activities.
Adventure Castle Hohenwerfen
Castle Experiences: Even when you climb up to Hohenwerfen Castle from the 11th century, you can feel the former defensiveness of this magnificent castle complex.
Information at: www.salzburg-burgen.at or www.werfen.at
Lichtensteinklamm St. Johann Salzburg
Das könnte auch Ihr Fall sein? Das mächtige Rauschen des Wasserfalles, die moosbewachsenen Steine in sattem Grün, eine sagenumwobene Atmosphäre und Sonnenstrahlen, die im feinen Wasserstaub einen Regenbogen entstehen lassen. Mitten im Herzen des Salzburger Landes können Sie sich selbst ein Bild davon machen. Dorst finden sie nicht nur eine der schönsten, sondern auch eine der tiefsten und längsten Schluchten der Alpenwelt: die Lichtensteinklamm.
Informationen unter: www.lichtensteinklamm.at
In Großarl, Monument Farm 'Kösslerhäusl'
The timber-framed home of the Kössler mining family, preserved at its original location from the 16th century, gives a glimpse into the modest living conditions of the often harsh times of the past.
Find more information at: www.grossarltal.at
Eisriesenwelt Werfen*Salzburg*Austria* The largest ice cave on Earth
A cave system over 40 km (!) long stretches through the rugged limestone massif of the Tennengebirge and features a unique natural phenomenon.
More information at: www.eisriesenwelt.at
Salzburg Administration: ++43 (0) 662/842690-14
Open-air museum Seven Mills:
(under monument protection), The mills rattle along the rushing stream: seven original mills from around 1700 are - located directly above each other along a mill path by the mill brook - a special nature and cultural experience.
Information at: www.pfarrwerfen.at or TVB: Phone: 064 68/53 90
Valley Museum Großarltal
"In the Footsteps of the Copper Spirit": The impressive landscape scenery in the Hohe Tauern National Park at the end of the Großarltal Valley in Stockham surrounds not only the National Park Information Center at the 'Talwirt' but also the museum complex. Information at: www.grossarltal.info or TVB: 06417/204 or 06414/281
Salzburg Open-Air Museum: Salzburg's largest museum
The Salzburg Open-Air Museum is located just a few kilometers outside the city of Salzburg. As you make your way through the extensive museum grounds, you’ll discover the variety of rural building and living culture and learn a lot of interesting facts about farm life in earlier times. For more information, visit: www.freilichtmuseum.com or contact TVB: info +43/662/85 00 11 -22
Goldegg Castle
Goldegg Castle alone exudes atmosphere. Whether it's the view from the nearby lake or the glimpse into the chambers from the 14th century and the unique, impressive knights' hall with its magnificent coat of arms and scenic depictions. Information at: www.goldegg.org or TVB: Tel: 06415/8131
More day trip destinations and sights
- Erlebniswelt Großglockner http://www.grossglockner.at
- Alpen Therme Gastein Europas modernste alpine Gesundheits-und Freizeitwelt http://www.alpentherme.com
- Felsentherme Gastein die Wohlfühl- Oase http://www.felsentherme.com
- Gasteiner Museum, Staffelei - Malerei http://www.gasteinermuseum.at
- Tauernstrassenmuseum in Eben Doppelter Genuss an der Tauernautobahn http://www.eben.info
- Historische Kupferzeche am Larzenbach in Hüttau www.kupferzeche.at oder http://www.salzburgerland.com/huettau
- Jägersee, Gebirgssee im Talschluss des Kleinarltales Landschaftsschutzgebiet. http://www.kleinarl.info
- Bauernhofmuseum in Wagrain "Edelweißalm" http://www.edelweiss-alm.com
- Salzburger Landes- Skimuseum in Werfenweng http://www.werfenweng.org
- Bergbaumuseum und Johanna Schaustollen - "Glück auf" http://www.muehlbach.co.at
- Alte Wacht in Au (Großarl) http://www.grossarltal.info
- Großarler Dorfmühle 1991 nach historischen Plänen wiedererrichtet http://www.grossarltal.info
- Dekanatskirche ("Pongauer Dom") 924 erwähnt, 1855-76 nach Brand Wiederaufbau http://www.sanktjohann.com
- Erlebnis Salzwelten Salzburg / Bad Dürrnberg http://www.salzwelten.at
And many more excursion destinations and sights await you in the beautiful Großaltal. Of course, we are happy to advise you on-site or upon your arrival at the hotel.
