The Salzkammergut which is a part of Upper Austria and Salzburg is situated between the Alps and the Alpine foothills. This region will never cease to amaze you: beautiful landscape, warm lakes, impressive mountains, world cultural heritage sites and imperial atmosphere. The film „Salzkammergut in time lapse“ will help you to find out how beautiful the region is.
There are so many things to see and so much you have to experience: a boat cruise across Lake Wolfgangsee or Lake Mondsee is a must for every Salzkammergut holiday, just like a ride with the nostalgic Schafberg steam cog railway. Unforgettable mountain experience can be enjoyed in the Dachstein ice caves, on the spectacular 5 fingers vantage platform and in the salt world of Hallstatt. In the Kaiservilla you can enter the chambers of Empress Sisi and Emperor Franz Joseph who spent their summers in Bad Ischl.
Acitve people can explore various hiking trails from easy to mountaineering. The 76 Salzkammergut lakes promise unlimited bathing fun and provide offers for all kinds of fun: sailing, surfing, kitesurfing, diving, banana boat riding and of course swimming and sun bathing. Cycling in the Salzkammergut is adventure and pleasure at the same time. Varied cycle ways from family-friendly to extremely steep and sporty cover the entire range of pedalling.
A visit to the Salzkammergut thermal baths in the heart of Bad Ischl is likely to be unforgettable. Everything revolves around salt and brine. The illuminated salt columns in the internal area of the baths create a pleasant atmosphere. The saltwater pool, jacuzzi beds, underwater massage jets and an exclusive saltwater whirlpool lead to absolute relaxation and pure pleasure.
In the Salzkammergut region you will find three top youth hostels in the pretty villages of Bad Ischl, Mondsee and St. Gilgen. All hostels are well equipped with private shower and toilet. There is the possibility to choose between single-, two- or more bedded rooms. The houses offer spacious seminar and common rooms, some are wheelchair accessible.
The
hostel of Bad Ischl is situated next to the adventure outdoor pool with view of the famous Kaiservilla. The
hostel of Mondsee with its excellent cuisine is only a short walk away from the crystal clear water of Lake Mondsee. Thanks to its location next to the beach of Lake Wolfgangsee the
hostel of St. Gilgen is a paradise for watersports fans.
The hostels of Bad Ischl, Mondsee and St. Gilgen offer special packages including half board and various activities. Prices for overnight and breakfast start from
18 Euro per person. Find out more about the Salzkammergut hostels:
www.jugendherbergsverband.at.
