Experiences in the National Park Region

Unforgettable adventures in every season

The Hohe Tauern National Park holiday region offers countless opportunities for unforgettable experiences and adventures all year round.

In summer you can explore the breathtaking mountain world of the National Park region on extensive hikes. On hundreds of perfectly marked hiking trails in 13 National Park valleys you will find the most beautiful alpine pastures where you will be spoiled with fine delicacies. If you are looking for a little more action, you can also try biking, climbing or rafting.

In winter, the National Park region turns into a paradise for winter sports enthusiasts. Here you will find some of the best skiing areas in Austria with countless kilometres of pistes. But there are also many opportunities for fun and adventure off the slopes, such as snowshoeing, ice skating, cross-country skiing or tobogganing.


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Your summer full of adventures

Krimmler Waterfalls | © Holiday Region National Park Hohe Tauern - Michael Huber

Excursion tips & hot spots

A colourful bouquet of tips from the entire Hohe Tauern National Park holiday region awaits you in our SummerExperienceMap. The best thing about it: you can see at a glance which attractions are open for you today. From the Krimml Waterfalls to the outdoor swimming pool in Rauris, all 18 National Park locations are represented with tips. All National Park educational trails and National Park exhibitions are also included.

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Großglockner High Alpine Road | © Großglockner - Woeckinger

High above

The Grossglockner High Alpine Road is one of the most beautiful and spectacular Alpine roads in Europe and offers you breathtaking views of the majestic peaks and glaciers of the Hohe Tauern on your journey.

Tip: With the National Park SommerCard, the day admission to the Großglockner High Alpine Road Adventure World and a day ticket for the Gerlos Alpine Road are included.

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Mountain experience with the Nationalpark SommerCard | © Ferienregion Nationalpark Hohe Tauern - Michael Huber

Nationalpark SommerCard

With the Nationalpark SommerCard, you have the opportunity to make particularly intensive use of the region's diverse range of offers from 1 May to 31 October. As a guest at one of the participating partner establishments, you will receive the SommerCard from your host, with which you can visit and use one of 60 different attractions such as sights, museums and natural spectacles, leisure and sports facilities and mountain railways every day. The card also offers you maximum mobility as it entitles you to use local public transport. A special highlight is the one-day admission to the Großglockner High Alpine Road Adventure World and a one-day ticket for the Gerlos Alpine Road, which are already included in the price.

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Winter experiences are waiting for you

National Park WinterCard Experiences | © Ferienregion Nationalpark Hohe Tauern

Nationalpark WinterCard

The bonus card, which is available this winter season at participating partner businesses in the Hohe Tauern National Park holiday region, offers many benefits at numerous attractions in the region. A colourful variety of favourite places allows for a personal, winter journey of discovery in the Hohe Tauern National Park.

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Discover the diversity of the National Park

Herb garden in Hollersbach | © Chris Perkles

Events

From herb walks to bread baking courses, romantic horse-drawn carriage rides to National Park Ranger tours, discover a varied programme of events throughout the National Park region.

Event calendar

Pleasure Voyage | © SalzburgerLand Tourism - Chris Perkles

Culinary moments of pleasure

If you still have energy left after an exciting day in nature, you can end the day in one of the cosy huts or restaurants in the region.

Culinary delights

Gaisstein | © Mittersill Plus

Touring portal

The largest nature reserve in Central Europe invites you to discover its treasures and secrets on beautiful hikes.