LEOGANG: THE MUST-HAVES FOR THE SUMMER BUCKET LIST
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ADVENTURE BETWEEN MOUNTAINS AND ALPINE PASTURES
In the heart of the Salzburg Alps, Leogang delights visitors in summer with its impressive natural diversity, clear mountain air, and countless outdoor adventures. Whether hiking on sunny alpine pastures, biking on spectacular trails, or relaxing by crystal-clear lakes – here, active recreation combines with true Alpine joie de vivre. Read the best summer ideas here.
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Hiking in Leogang – over 400 kilometers of well-marked trails lead through blooming alpine meadows, to rustic huts, and along scenic high-altitude routes. Whether you're looking for relaxed alpine walks, adventure trails, or challenging summit climbs in the imposing Leogang Steinberge mountains – everyone will find their perfect route here. The panoramic trails are particularly impressive, offering breathtaking views of the Steinernes Meer and the Kitzbühel Alps. Senhoog offers weekly guided hikes, or you can book a private mountain guide upon request.
Tip: Hike to the hermitage
The hike to the hermitage is an impressive and easy tour, and it's worth taking a short break at the hermit's residence. The Saalfelden hermitage, at 1,006 meters above sea level, was built in the 17th century into the rocks above Lichtenberg Castle and also features a small chapel. It is the last inhabited hermitage in Europe. We value the hermitage as a place of peace and a "resting place for the soul" with magnificent views.
Tip: Stick sharing
At the pole-sharing service, wooden hiking poles in various sizes are waiting to be borrowed. After the tour, simply return them to the designated holders. These can be found in front of the Saalfelden Leogang Tourist Board offices, at the valley and mountain stations of the Asitzbahn cable car, and at the Bürgerau, Bachwinkl, and Inschlag hiking trailheads.
Leogang is one of Europe's leading biking destinations : With the famous Epic Bike Park Leogang, spectacular singletrack trails, and an extensive e-bike and mountain bike network, the region offers endless possibilities on two wheels. Beginners and pros alike will find varied routes – from flowing lines to challenging downhill trails. Bikes are available to you free of charge at the chalet at any time.
At Leogang's Asitz, the mountain of the senses, everything revolves around the big and small, loud and quiet, fast and slow experiences that allow the body to feel with all of its senses.
Tip: Steinberge tour
The approximately 70-kilometer route circumnavigates the Leogang and Lofer Steinberge massif. It's a leisurely e-bike tour through the valley, along the Steinberge mountains and past small lakes. Numerous e-bike charging stations are located along the route. The start and finish is the Asitzbahn valley station. The paved bike path initially leads gently downhill to Lenzing. From there, the route continues towards Weißbach and Lofer. From here, the route heads towards Waidring and then on to St. Ulrich am Pillersee, where you should definitely take a moment to enjoy the magnificent scenery. The route continues through the Wiesensee Valley back to Hochfilzen. Once you reach Hochfilzen, the return journey to Leogang begins. From there, it's almost entirely downhill, allowing you to relax and enjoy the tour. The Steinberg Loop can be ridden in both directions.
For the brave, we recommend the
Flying Fox XXL. This spectacular 1.6-kilometer-long steel cable slide from the Stöcklalm down into the valley is also open in winter. Glide down at 130 km/h. Adrenaline rush and breathtaking views of the Leogang mountains are included.
A hit – the helicopter tour: Discovering the region from a bird's eye view is simply an unforgettable experience! You're right in the middle of the rugged, striking cliffs of the Steinernes Meer and the Leoganger Steinberge, flying through these mighty mountain ranges, over rolling grassy mountains, and overlooking deep-blue lakes.
For those who enjoy playing tennis or a round of squash, the Hotel Krallerhof
There are two publicly accessible squash courts, and the Hotel Brandlhof offers three tennis courts and two squash courts. Three clay courts await all passionate tennis players at the Leogang leisure complex.
For all horse lovers: Not so long ago, farmers in the Leogang Valley still used horses. The state-run Noriker breeding program and many Haflinger breeders in Leogang and Saalfelden receive annual awards for their outstanding work. Traditional horse-riding events—such as the "Leonhardiritt"—are well worth a visit! There are several riding opportunities in the area, including hour-long, half-day, and full-day rides on Haflinger and warmblood horses.
The 1.6 km long summer toboggan run is especially fun for the whole family. On this action-packed descent, you'll pass 345 meters of elevation, 61 curves, and three super jumps. You can control the speed yourself with the gearshift.
Wer gerne Golf spielt, findetdirekt in Leogang mit dem GC Urslautal und GC Brandlhof zwei exklusive Plätze.
Zwischen Saalfelden und Maria Alm liegt eingerahmt von einem sensationellen Bergpanorama auf einer Hochebene, abseits von Straßenlärm, der Meisterschaftscourse GC Urslautal. Der Platz ist so konzipiert, dass sowohl Anfänger gut zurecht kommen, als auch sehr gute Spieler aufgrund der trickreichen Grüns ihre Herausforderung finden.
Direkt vor der Haustür des Sporthotels Gut Brandlhof liegt der 18-Loch-Championshipplatz des GC Brandlhof.
Having hosted international tournaments several times, the course presents a new challenge each time for connoisseurs, experts, and beginners. Visitors to Brandlhof will remember the Saalach, a narrow river that must be crossed up to six times. The course is very flat over its 18 holes and therefore relatively easy to manage in terms of fitness.
20 additional golf courses are within a 15 to 60-minute drive.
Anyone wanting to discover a fascinating, primeval alpine landscape should visit the Hohe Tauern National Park . Covering 1,856 km², the Hohe Tauern National Park is the largest nature reserve in the entire Alpine region. Forests, mountain lakes, impressive waterfalls, untamed torrents, and glaciated peaks characterize the national park, interspersed with rolling alpine meadows. The diverse landscape is characterized by 266 mountain peaks over 3,000 meters (highest peak: Großglockner 3,798 m), 551 lakes, and approximately 250 glaciers. More than 10,000 alpine animals and around 1,800 plants find an optimal protected refuge in the Hohe Tauern. The habitats in the national park can be easily explored independently or on a guided tour with a national park ranger.
Europe's largest waterfalls are breathtaking. About a 90-minute drive from the Senhoog Luxury Chalets, you can experience the unbridled power of the element water up close: With a drop of 380 meters, the Krimml Waterfalls are among the most impressive natural spectacles in the world. A 4-km-long trail with numerous viewpoints and observation platforms provides a close-up view of the natural spectacle of the Krimml Waterfalls. The lowest waterfall is just a 10-15 minute walk from the parking lot.