Discover Neukirchen am Großvenediger

Neukirchen am Großvenediger combines the landscape of Hohe Tauern National Park with diverse trails, mountain-lift experiences and cultural discoveries. The village lies at an altitude of 856 metres. Right at the entrance to the Untersulzbach Valley, the Untersulzbach Waterfall is a natural landmark, while Wildkogel draws the eye towards the mountain landscape. When looking for a holiday apartment or holiday home, it is therefore especially important to consider which combination of nature, activity, winter experiences and culture you would like for your stay.

Waterfall, valleys and trails around Neukirchen

The Untersulzbach Waterfall is located at the entrance to the Untersulzbach Valley and provides the surrounding area with a striking natural introduction. Those who would like to combine this visit with a trip on the Pinzgau Local Railway can use the “Bahnhof Sulzbachtäler” stop; from there, a 700-metre footpath leads to the waterfall route.

The “Blick ins Tauernfenster” geo-trail also combines natural and regional history. Information boards explain the geology of the Hohe Tauern and the history of mining in the Untersulzbach Valley. The trail leads from the Schütthof inn in Neukirchen along the Untersulzbach Waterfall to the historic “Hochfeld” National Park Show Mine. This makes it possible to combine a hike with an engaging exploration of the landscape and mining.

Those who prefer to combine local history with a walk will find the Chapel Trail, a circular route through and around Neukirchen am Großvenediger. It passes several historic chapels, including the Schloss Chapel, Hubertus Chapel, Krausen Chapel, Christophorus Chapel and Siggen Chapel. A church document from 1243, which mentions the foundation of an “Erchtagmesse” by Walter and Jakob von Nuwinkirchen, also points to the village’s long history.

Panoramic trails and experiences for active holidays

The Wildkogel high-altitude hiking area can be reached from Neukirchen by the Wildkogelbahn cable car and is located at over 2,000 metres above sea level. There you will find family-friendly panoramic trails, mountain huts and numerous viewpoints. The Wildkogel Panorama Trail leads to the summit of Wildkogel and opens up views of the Hohe Tauern, the Kitzbühel Alps and the Salzach Valley.

For an outing with play and discovery stations, the Venediger Trail in the Obersulzbach Valley is an excellent choice. Numerous play and interactive stations accompany the route, while views of the Großvenediger open up along the way. The Adler Toni Adventure Trail begins at the Alpengasthof Stockenbaum at the end of Rutschenweg and leads down to the centre of Neukirchen.

The surrounding area is also suitable for multi-day or staged itineraries. On the Hohe Tauern Panorama Trail, stages in Neukirchen and Bramberg can be planned flexibly using mountain lifts. For cyclists, the Hohe Tauern Panorama Bike Trail runs through the national park valleys and includes Neukirchen am Großvenediger as a stage destination. The Wildkogel Bike Trail runs from Neukirchen via the Gensbichl valley station to the mountain station of the Wildkogelbahn and has a maximum gradient of 13 percent.

Winter between ski slopes and the toboggan run

In winter, the Wildkogel-Arena can be reached from Neukirchen via the Wildkogelbahn cable car. The Wildkogel family ski area in Salzburg offers 75 kilometres of groomed pistes. In addition, the Wildkogel-Arena has a floodlit toboggan run that is over 14 kilometres long. From Neukirchen, you can take the Wildkogelbahn and walk for ten minutes to reach the start of the toboggan run. These specific routes and activities help you choose the location of your holiday apartment according to your preferred daily programme.

Experience culture in the village

The Kammerlanderstall in Neukirchen dates back to the 18th century and is home to Tauriska. Readings and concerts take place in the building. Another cultural venue is the “cinétheatro” in Neukirchen, which hosts cabaret performances, concerts and performances by bands, readings and theatre productions. This allows you to combine a stay in the mountains with events and regional culture.

The right accommodation for planning your trip

When choosing accommodation in Neukirchen am Großvenediger, you can base your decision on the experiences that are meant to define your stay. For days on Wildkogel, the Wildkogelbahn, panoramic trails and the toboggan run play a different role than the Chapel Trail, the waterfall or the cultural offerings in the village. If you want to combine different interests, it is best to choose your holiday apartment or holiday home based on the desired mix of mountains, valleys, activity and culture.

Other destinations for orientation: Lend, Sankt Martin bei Lofer, Stuhlfelden, Oberkrimml, Hasenbach, Schüttdorf, Sulzau, Bucheben.

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