The delightful town of Saalbach-Hinterglemm, nestled in the Salzburgerland Alps almost on the border with Germany, is a little gem to be discovered.
Its inhabitants number less than three thousand, but this number increases considerably both in summer and in winter due to the arrival of tourists: Saalbach-Hinterglemm is in fact one of the most famous ski resorts in northern Austria, one of the most exciting destinations for mountain bikers and an excellent choice for hikers as well.
It is suitable for different types of holidaymakers because everyone can find something to do here: children, couples, groups of friends, solo travellers, pensioners… what holiday do you dream of?
For ski enthusiasts, Saalbach-Hinterglemm is a true paradise, with top-class ski facilities forming part of the Saalbach-Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrun ski area. Hundreds of kilometres of pistes for all levels await you, from easy runs for children and beginners to adrenalin-pumping black runs, state-of-the-art lifts, ski schools, specialised shops and numerous other services that will make your days on skis more enjoyable.
An exciting experience to be had during your holiday in Saalbach-Hinterglemm is a night in the Nightpark at Saalbach-Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrun: in the magical night-time atmosphere, the joy you feel while skiing is intensified out of all proportion!
Other winter sports you can enjoy in Saalbach-Hinterglemm are cross-country skiing, snowboarding, ice skating, curling, snowshoeing, tobogganing and a thousand more!
But a winter holiday in Saalbach-Hinterglemm is not only suitable for sports enthusiasts: covered in a white blanket of snow, Saalbach-Hinterglemm is really pretty and is the ideal setting for a romantic or relaxing holiday. You can spend a day at the thermal baths soaking in the warm water, take a ride in a horse-drawn sleigh, visit the local history museum and satisfy your sweet tooth with hearty local delicacies.
When the snow melts, Saalbach-Hinterglemm completely changes its face and soon with the arrival of spring, green meadows are the dominant colour.
The hotels left behind by the skiers are occupied by hikers and cyclists who come here for the endless possibilities for outdoor fun offered by the 400 km of hiking trails and the 400 km of mountain bike routes.
There is something for everyone: families who are happy with an easy hike, novice riders, daredevil downhill and enduro enthusiasts, experienced hikers and climbers who want to reach the most imposing peaks… and everyone can relax and enjoy local specialities in the cosy alpine huts in the area.
But these are not the only activities you can do around Saalbach-Hinterglemm. The list is really long, and just to name a few examples we mention canyoning, horse riding, miniature golf, tennis, trails…
The tourist industry in and around Saalbach-Hinterglemm is well developed and there is therefore a good choice of accommodation to suit all tastes, including traditional hotels with wooden balconies, megaresorts, luxurious spa hotels, family-run guesthouses, flats and holiday homes.
The nearest airport to Saalbach-Hinterglemm is Salzburg airport, which is 90 km away. From here you can take a shuttle that will take you directly to your hotel: the service is not cheap but it is very convenient.