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Itinerary
Idyllic Lakes, Imperial City and World Heritage Site
On this trip you can expect five days full of highlights and a region that can certainly compete with the most beautiful in the world. Hiking in the Salzkammergut is a treat for body and soul! Immerse yourself in crystal-clear lakes, Austria's beautiful nature, excellent cuisine and traditions that have lasted for centuries and may have even delighted Empress Sissi, who stayed here regularly.
Take it easy on your first day at Lake Wolfgang. Swim in the lake, stroll through the traditional town or take a hike up the Schafberg with a breathtaking view as a reward. Alternatively, a ride on the Schafbergbahn is also a highlight.
The first hiking stage takes you on a leisurely 12 km (and by bus) to Bad Ischl. Be sure to stop at the rustic Lore at Schwarzensee and try Kaspressknödel, Surbratl, char and Kaiserschmarrn. On days 3 and 4, the historic brine pipeline path to Bad Goisern, the world-famous Hallstatt, the romantic Nussensee and the natural Blinklingmoos await you. All information about the hiking short break in Austria at a glance.
This hiking tour is perfect for leisurely hikers , the route is almost entirely flat and only in a few places is it hilly or characterized by short climbs. The compressed stages are supplemented by trips by bus, train and tram to offer you a variety of the region's wonderful sights. Thanks to the included Salzkammergut Adventure Card, you receive many discounts on surrounding attractions. This hiking trip can also be booked as a hiking holiday with a dog.
On our "hiking trips with charm" you can enjoy the full service of our individual active trips and stay in very special accommodations with that certain something and in the best location. This means that you can look forward to exquisite furnishings and typical local design, as well as cuisine of the highest standard. Most of our hotels with charm also offer spacious pool and wellness areas in which you can relax after a wonderful day of hiking.
Tour program
Day 1
Arrival at St. Wolfgang
Day 2
St. Wolfgang – Bad Ischl
From St. Wolfgang, your route takes you along the Sattlweg to the Schwarzensee, where the Lore lake hut awaits you with delicacies. Through the Wirerschlucht into the valley and around the Bürglstein to the lake promenade in Strobl. The bus takes you to the old imperial city of Bad Ischl.
Details: approx. 4.5 hours | 12 km | ↑ 300 m ↓ 300 m.
Day 3
Bad Ischl - Hallstatt
Salt is and was the most important raw material in the Salzkammergut. The oldest brine pipeline in the world leads from the Hallstatt salt mine to the saltworks in Bad Ischl. You first walk along the Ischl promenade to the Kaltenbachau, where horse races, picnics and rendezvous took place in imperial times. The brine pipeline path leads towards Bad Goisern, the gateway to the World Heritage Site. If you want to go a little higher, you can hike the spectacular Eternal Wall high trail. Continue to Hallstatt by train and boat.
Details: approx. 3 to 5 hours | 11 km | ↑ 50 m ↓ 50 m.
Day 4
Hallstatt – St. Wolfgang
You travel by train to Bad Ischl. You hike along the romantic Sissi Trail to the Nussensee and then follow the Ischl back to the Wolfgangsee. The lakeside path leads through the Blinklingmoos and along the lake to Gschwendt. You return to your destination by boat.
Details: approx. 5.5 hours | 18 km | ↑ 300 m ↓ 200 m.
Day 5
Departure or extension
Departure or extension.
Tour Details
accommodation
Overnight stays in charming hotels
transport
Ferry trips on Lake Wolfgang
Train rides Bad Goisern – Hallstatt, Hallstatt – Bad Ischl
insurance
Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered.
optional
Transfers from/to Salzburg airport/train station on request
flights
International flights are not included.
others
Luggage transfer
1 Salzkammergut Adventure Card (discounts for cable cars, Bad Ischl thermal baths, Hallstatt salt mine, boat trips and much more)
Personal tour information (DE, EN)
Well-planned route guidance
Detailed travel documents 1x per room (DE, EN, FR)
Navigation app and GPS data
Service hotline
others
Arrival / Parking / Departure
Travel by train to Salzburg and then by bus to Lake Wolfgangsee in about 1 hour. Or travel by train to Bad Ischl and then by bus to Lake Wolfgangsee in about 30 minutes.
Salzburg or Munich airport.
Parking: Hotel parking, approx. € 5,- per day, public parking, approx. € 40,- per week.
Notice
Tourist tax, if applicable, not included in the travel price
Bus trip Strobl – Bad Ischl, approx. € 5,- per person
meals
Breakfast
guide
Guide is not included.
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You will need a passport with a valid visa (if required) to visit countries along the tour route.
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