The AlpenParks online magazine

The AlpenParks Blog is your guide to vacations in Austria: Discover the best tips for hiking, skiing, family vacations, and activities in the Alps. Whether it’s Zell am See-Kaprun, Saalbach, Hochkönig, or the Salzkammergut—here you’ll find inspiration, ideas for day trips, and current highlights for summer and winter vacations in Austria’s most beautiful regions.

Schmidolins Adventure World

on the Schmittenhöhe

The "Baptism of Fire" adventure trail on the Schmittenhöhe invites families to tackle tricky questions, tests of courage and exciting tasks. 

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Excursion to the Triefen

in Hinterthal

Leisurely walk from the parish church in Hinterthal/Hochkönig to the Triefen natural monument. Read more here!

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Spring in Mariapfarr - the perfect time

for a vacation in the countryside

Discover why spring in Lungau is not only beautiful, but also soothing for body and soul. Read more here!

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Summer vacation 2025 in Saalbach:

New highlights for young & old

Summer 2025 brings a breath of fresh air to Saalbach - perfect for your next vacation! We have summarized the news for you. Read more here!

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Hike to the Birnbachloch

in Leogang

Leisurely hike from the Ullachtal parking lot to the Birnbachloch Leogang natural monument. Read more here!

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3 simple Austrian recipes for a

family vacation in an apartment

Discover 3 classic recipes for your family vacation in an apartment in Austria - quickly cooked in your fully equipped vacation apartment!

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New from May 2025: Guest

Mobility Ticket

With the Guest Mobility Ticket Salzburg, you can enjoy free travel on all public transport throughout the province of Salzburg from May 2025.

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Walk in the winter wonderland

of Salzburger Lungau

In the UNESCO Lungau Biosphere Reserve, everyone who wants to enjoy peace and nature will find their dreamy winter paradise. Read more here!

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Warth-Schröcken - The snowiest

ski resort in Europe

“Arlberg. This is how winter works.” With this motto, the Warth-Schröcken ski area on the Arlberg invites you to experience the fascination of winter sports in its most beautiful form.

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Lungau “Kasmandl” - Customs and traditions

in Salzburg's Lungau region

Discover the enchanting Kasmandl customs in Salzburg's Lungau region - a living tradition full of magic and charm.

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New opening: “Thomal der Wirt”

in Mariapfarr in Lungau

Experience pleasure & comfort in the newly opened restaurant “Thomal der Wirt” in Carpe Solem Mariapfarr in Salzburg's Lungau region.

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