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Active holiday


Sports and Leisure
The Salzkammergut - the region of superlatives for active holidaymakers and athletes

Today, the Salzkammergut is a top spot for active holidaymakers and athletes thanks to its scenic diversity and the wide range of leisure activities. From the high peaks of the mountains called Dachstein, Krippenstein and Gosaukamm and many other natural sites: The UNESCO World Heritage region with the name "Hallstatt DAchstein Salzkammergut" is perfect for an active holiday at any time of the year.

Always different - always new!

Action and fun are guaranteed here. In addition to the unique landscape, the weather is also guaranteed to play along with numerous sunny days a year and a constant breeze. This means that water sports enthusiasts, paragliders, climbers or hiking enthusiasts can safely plan and enjoy their holidays in the Salzkammergut. Climbers will find numerous tours for vertical experiences in the Gosau Valley and on Lake Hallstatt with its spectacular peaks, families can practice in the climbing gardens in BAd Goisern or Gosau. Along the numerous streams and rivers, canyoning is very popular, adventurous passages provide unforgettable impressions. Paragliders also enjoy fantastic views from the Krippenstein in Obertraun. Fishermen, water sports enthusiasts such as stand-up paddlers or kayakers can expect Lake Hallstatt with its fjord-like character.

Not only the landscape, climate and cuisine ensure a successful summer, but also the many modern outdoor pools. Do what you feel like doing and enjoy the variety of sports and the abundant sports offer in the Salzkammergut.

Hiking, cycling, enjoying,

The Salzkammergut offers probably the most beautiful scenery for cycling, hiking and climbing. Get to know them, our way of enjoying life! Discover our living space between rustic farmhouse parlours, historic residences and futuristic hut architecture. For the way there, it is best to choose the sustainable variant - thank you!

Active holliday at a glance

Hiking

Rock Climbing

Mountain Bike Tours

Stand-Up-Paddling in the Salzkammergut

Boat rental around Lake Hallstatt

Bathing at Lake Hallstatt

Diving in the Salzkammergut

Paragliding from Mount Krippenstein in Obertraun

The magic of water

Nordic walking in World Heritage

Fishing and Angling in the Salzkammergut

Golf in the Salzkammergut

Segway in Gosau – Stand up and have fun!

Segway fahren im Salzkammergut: Unterwegs mit den Guides von Checkpoint in Gosau die Schönheiten des Gosautals  genießen.

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Outdoor providers - Travel safely with professionals!

Actibe events

Sun, Sep. 8, 2024 Gosaumühle Car park,

Sun, Sep. 8, 2024 Car park Goisern Mitte, Bad Goisern

Sun, Sep. 8, 2024 Lake Hallstatt, Hallstatt

Sun, Sep. 8, 2024 Car park Goisern Mitte, Bad Goisern

Sun, Sep. 8, 2024 Car park Goisern Mitte, Bad Goisern

Sun, Sep. 8, 2024 10:00 — 14:00 Schiffsanlegestelle Loidl, Ortsplatz

Mon, Sep. 9, 2024 10:00 — 13:00 E-Bike Rental Nemo-Point, Vordertalstraße 12 Gosau

Mon, Sep. 9, 2024 19:00 Welterbe NMS Bad Goisern, Kurparkstraße 4 Bad Goisern

Tue, Sep. 10, 2024 09:30 — 16:00 Sports ground Gosau, Gosau

Tue, Sep. 10, 2024 18:00 Parish home Pfandl, Wolfganger Straße 4 Bad Ischl

Wed, Sep. 11, 2024 10:00 — 16:00 E-Bike Rental Nemo-Point, Vordertalstraße 12 Gosau

Sat, Sep. 14, 2024 06:00 — 09:30 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable car, Winkl 34 Obertraun

Sat, Sep. 14, 2024 09:00 — 17:00 Protestant church Gosau, Gosau 179 Gosau

Sun, Sep. 15, 2024 09:20 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable car, Winkl 34 Obertraun

Wed, Sep. 18, 2024 17:45 — 22:00 Dachstein-Krippenstein-Cable car, Winkl 34 Obertraun

Sun, Sep. 22, 2024 09:30 — 16:30 Sports ground Gosau, Gosau

Sat, Oct. 19, 2024 Municipal office St. Wolfgang, Markt 28 St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut

Sat, Oct. 26, 2024 09:30 — 16:00 Sports ground Gosau, Gosau

Sun, Apr. 27, 2025 10:00 Lake Hallstatt, Hallstatt

Fri, Jul. 11, 2025 Bad Goisern, Bad Goisern

Sat, Jul. 26, 2025 09:00 — 15:00 Lido Untersee, Bad Goisern

Free accommodation for your active holiday

Hotels and accommodation providers in Hallstatt, Bad Goisern, Gosau and Obertraun offer the ideal room or apartment for your holidays, no matter what your tastes. Aside from establishments rated according to the international "star" scale, you will also find around Lake Hallstatt in Austria businesses that have been awarded two to four "edelweiss". The more flowers, the greater comforts you can expect. Whether you eventually find your cozy nest in an elegant 5-star luxury hotel, at comfortable guesthouse, a family-friendly apartment, or on a traditional farm, the choice is always entirely up to you.