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Saalbach
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Resort Information
Saalbach, located in the sunny Glemm valley, offers an abundance of stunning scenery. This area is unrivalled for both walking and the range of activities on offer. For those seeking an adrenalin rush, the Saalbach area offers over 200kms of marked mountain bike trails, with some challenging downhill courses to test your skills to the limit. Boasting a fine selection of shops, cafés and lively bars, Saalbach is a pretty village of traditional character with beautiful, flower-decked houses and genuine Austrian charm. The area comes alive at the end of May with the annual Harley Davidson Motorcycle festival, held in nearby Hinterglemm.
| Walking Maps | Mayr 72 1:25K w/English guide | Price: | | Pre-bookable | Coupon must be completed & postage & packing paid | FREE |
Our Opinion
· Set in an idyllic, meandering valley flanked by the impressive Kitzbüheler Alps · Outstanding scenery to explore on foot or sit back and absorb · Genuine Austrian hospitality · In high season take the mini train from the end of the valley (Lengauerhof) up to the Lindlingalm hut for local food and excellent views (you can walk this pathway too) · Bursting with activities to suit all ages.
Activities
· outdoor pool in Saalbach, indoor pool in Hinterglemm · indoor and outdoor tennis courts · golf (9 hole) · bicycles for hire · skiing on Kitzsteinhorn glacier 30km away · bowling in Saalbach · live music is occasionally performed (evenings)
Facilities
· bars · cafés · restaurants · shops · bank · post office · doctor · pharmacy
Getting About
The resort of Saalbach is served by a regular bus service. There is also a cable car and three gondolas. A FREE 6 day hiking and swimming pool pass, including local bus included for all Thomson customers in Saalbach
Strollers
The Glemm valley is one of the most scenic in the province of Salzburgerland. There are some easy, gentle walks with numerous view points, picnic spots and an abundance of mountains to enjoy.
Ramblers
A little further afield you will discover a world of panoramic views to the east of the Kitzbühelerhorn & Wilder Kaiser, and snow-capped peaks and glaciers beyond the Salzach Valley.
Hikers
There are three routes to Kitzbühel, the Pinzgauer Spaziergang to Zell Am See and the route to Gastein to conquer. The breathtaking views are well worth the challenging hikes over the mountainous ridges.
Sightseeing
| Trip | Price | | Werfen Castle (Mon) | £27 | | Grossglockner (Wed/Sun) | £28 | | Salzburg (Tues/Thurs) | £33 | | Krimml Waterfalls (Mon/Thurs) | £20 | | Berchtesgaden & Eagle's Nest (Mon/Fri) | £25 | | Liechenstein Gorge (Sun) | £24 |
Reduced prices for children up to 12yrs incl.
Twin Centre Suggestion
Why not try a twin centre combining 7 days in Saalbach, staying at the popular Sporthotel Berger, with a stay in the beautiful baroque city of Salzburg, packed with history and amazing architecture? A great choice of hotel would be the comfortable NH Salzburg, a perfect base to explore this lovely city.
Free Activities
There is a great programme of FREE guided walks run by the tourist office Mon-Fri (local charges for lunches/transport). The walks are led by English speaking guides and the programme includes walks such as:
• Introductory walk (2.5hrs) to the Glemm Valley
• An easy mountain walk (4.5hrs) from the top of the Kohlmais lift
• A beautiful walk (5hrs) from Hinterglemm to Kitzbühel
• A full day (6.5hrs) on wonderful panoramic hiking trails
• A hike to the Staffkogel at over 2000m (5hrs)
• Torchlit walk
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