Vacation in the Hochkönig region

Experience Maria Alm, Dienten, and Mühlbach

The Hochkönig is one of the most diverse vacation regions in the Salzburg region and delights visitors with its alpine nature, authentic villages, and year-round leisure activities. Around Maria Alm, Dienten, and Mühlbach am Hochkönig, families, active vacationers, and connoisseurs experience unforgettable vacation moments—in winter on perfectly groomed slopes, in summer on scenic hiking and biking trails.

With AlpenParks Apartments, Chalets & Hotels in Hochkönig, you can stay right in the region and enjoy modern living comfort, prime locations, and the ideal starting point for skiing, hiking, and family adventures. Whether you choose a hotel & apartment in Maria Alm, vacation apartments in Dienten, or a hotel & apartment in Mühlbach – AlpenParks combines freedom, quality, and alpine lifestyle for an all-around successful vacation in Hochkönig.

Winter magic & pure skiing pleasure in Ski amadé

When the first snow covers the peaks of the Hochkönig (2,941 m) in sparkling white, the region is transformed into a paradise for winter sports enthusiasts. As part of Ski amadé, Austria's largest ski association, the Hochkönig ski area offers a winter experience in a class of its own:

Unlimited fun on the slopes: Discover 120 kilometers of seamless slopes and 34 modern lifts.
The legendary Königstour: This is one of the most spectacular ski tours in the Alps. On 35 kilometers of slopes, you will cross 6 peaks and conquer 7,500 meters of altitude in just one day.
Hochkeil family ski area: The Hochkeil near the Arthurhaus is a real insider tip for families. In this natural snow paradise, the little ones can safely enjoy sledding or bobsledding, while the older ones can use the T-bar lifts in a relaxed atmosphere.
Off-piste: The region offers much more than alpine skiing. Enjoy the peace and quiet of cross-country skiing, explore unspoiled nature on a ski tour, or have fun tobogganing.
Cuisine of the highest standard: 56 rustic ski huts and modern lifestyle huts serve the finest regional specialties.

AlpenParks Resorts in the Hochkönig region:

Summer vacations full of possibilities and adventures

In summer, the region transforms into an arena for nature lovers. The combination of gentle grassy mountains and rugged cliffs offers variety at the highest level:

Hiking & summit conquests: Around 340 kilometers of certified hiking trails lead through the idyllic mountain world. Whether it's a relaxed tour to one of the numerous herb alpine pastures or the challenging ascent to the summit of the Hochkönig – the choice is huge.
Freedom on two wheels: The region is an Eldorado for bikers. Take advantage of the perfectly developed e-bike charging station network or venture onto action-packed flow trails. Particularly popular: biking without luggage on the summer Königstour.
Adventures for families: With the 6 summer mountain railways, you can easily reach adventure worlds such as Prinzenberg Natrun with its forest slide park or Toni's Alm playground in Mühlbach.
Mountain adventure worlds for families:
- Prinzenberg Natrun (Maria Alm): The forest slide park and the Schlossberg await little adventurers here.
- Toni's Alm playground (Mühlbach): A huge playground on the mountain that makes children's hearts beat faster.
- Hochkönig Swing Park (Dienten): Spectacular swings at over 1,600 meters above sea level offer fun with a view.
- Biberg Summer Toboggan Run (Saalfelden): A rapid descent into the valley provides the necessary adrenaline rush on a family vacation.

Exclusive benefit: The HochkönigCard

As a guest at an AlpenParks resort in the Hochkönig region, you benefit from the HochkönigCard, which is always included in the price.

This card is your ticket to:

Unlimited and free use of all 6 summer mountain railways
One free ride on the summer toboggan run at Biberg
Free admission to the outdoor pools in Maria Alm and Mühlbach
Free guided hiking and biking tours
Free use of the tennis courts and swimming pools in Maria Alm and Mühlbach
Free admission to the Hohe Tauern National Park Center in Mittersill
and more!

Your home in Hochkönig: AlpenParks Resorts

Choose between our three first-class locations for your vacation:

Maria Alm: Modern living at the AlpenParks Hotel & Apartment Maria Alm, right at the entrance to the Prinzenberg Natrun.
Dienten: The exclusive AlpenParks Wildbach Lodge Hochkönig offers peace and privacy in your own vacation apartment with sauna or infrared cabin.
Mühlbach: The AlpenParks Hotel & Apartment Hochkönig with first-class vacation apartments is the perfect starting point for numerous adventures in the region.

Frequently asked questions

for a vacation in Hochkönig

The Königstour is one of the most beautiful ski circuits in the Alps and connects the villages of Maria Alm, Dienten, and Mühlbach. With around 35 kilometers of slopes, over 6 peaks, and an altitude difference of around 7,500 meters, skiers can experience the entire diversity of the Hochkönig ski area in just one day.

Yes, the Hochkönig ski resort is part of Ski amadé, Austria's largest ski association. Guests therefore have access to state-of-the-art lifts, perfectly groomed slopes, and a wide range of winter sports in one of the country's most popular ski regions.

Yes, if you stay at one of the AlpenParks partner establishments in Maria Alm, Dienten, or Mühlbach, you will receive the HochkönigCard free of charge for the duration of your stay. It offers benefits such as unlimited use of the summer cable cars, free admission to swimming pools, and guided tours.

The region offers numerous adventure mountains: Toni's Almspielplatz in Mühlbach, the swing park in Dienten, and the Prinzenberg Natrun in Maria Alm with its forest slide park. In addition, the Biberg summer toboggan run provides fast-paced fun.

In summer, the Hochkönig region offers a wide range of activities: hiking on over 340 km of trails, mountain biking and e-biking, family adventure mountains, alpine pastures, climbing routes, and nature experiences. Thanks to the HochkönigCard, many attractions can be used free of charge.