Salzkammergut, one of the most beautiful parts of the Alps
The Salzkammergut is scenically one of the most beautiful parts of the Alps with magnificent mountain basins, dark green lakes, wild brooks and majestic mountains. Emperor Franz Joseph I and his suite already loved to come to the Salzkammergut for summer freshness and the hunt Excursion to the Ausseerland area, to the Wolfgang-, Traun-, Atter-, Mond-, and Fuschlsee region, Bad Ischl, Attergau and Almtal are worthwile.
The Wolfgangsee is considered to be one of the most impressive lakes in Austria.
The Salzkammergut is also known for its ancient customs and traditions. This is where the “Glöcklerlauf” and the annual “Narzissenfest” (narcissi festival) take place in the Ausseerland. The romantic scenery has always inspired artists as well.