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.
What would you like to experience today?
Krimml Water Festival
The combination of music, water and light lets visitors feel the element of water with all their senses.
Kitzsteinhorn | 3K K-onnection
From the center of Kaprun up to the Kitzsteinhorn thanks to the 3K Konnection.
Stations of the Cross and Hubertuskapelle
The Hubertus chapel can be reached via the cross path. An ideal place to linger and recharge your batteries.
Adventure Mountain-Großarltal
Whether you just want to enjoy nature or are looking for fun and action, the outdoor facility offers a combination of both.
Hüttschlager valley head
The end of the valley in Hüttschlag offers an exciting natural scenery.
"Pine Magic" on the Graukogel
Hiking trail which informs visitors about the stone pine and also offers opportunities to relax.
Flying Waters
The Flying Fox offers the opportunity to see the historic town of Bad Gastein from above.
Kapelleralm
The alpine hut offers idyll, silence and relaxation and is accessible via hiking trails as well as bike trails.
Maria Elend Pilgrimage Chapel
A place of self-discovery, reflection and contemplation.
Herb Garden Hoadabauer
The Hoadabauernhof is an idyllic mountain farm in Embach.
Your summer full of adventures
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.
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.
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.
Winter experiences are waiting for you
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.
Discover the diversity of the National Park
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.
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.
Touring portal
The largest nature reserve in Central Europe invites you to discover its treasures and secrets on beautiful hikes.