--- title: "Hiking Holidays in the Fuschlseeregion | Discover the Salzkammergut" url: "https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/en/hiking-holiday.html" description: Discover unforgettable hiking holidays in the Fuschlseeregion – explore scenic trails, alpine pastures and crystal-clear lakes in Austria’s Salzkammergut. image: "https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/user_upload/fuschlseeregion/Logos/Logo_Fuschlseeregion_Salzkammergut.png" date: 2012-06-06 modified: 2025-09-25 --- # Hiking Holidays in the Fuschlseeregion | Discover the Salzkammergut Hiking holiday in Austria ========================== The hiking paradise around Lake Fuschl stretches from the Salzkammergut across 6 villages to the Osterhorn group. Rugged peaks, gentle alpine pastures and many serviced alpine huts offer the perfect place for unforgettable hiking experiences between mountains and lakes, just 20 kilometres from the city of Salzburg. A hiking holiday in Austria to remember! [ ![zwei Damen gehen im frischen Schnee mit den Schneeschuhen](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/6/3/csm_2021-03-19-Fuschlseeregion-Schneeschuh-Michael-Groessinger1U1A9747_dcff935c0f.jpg) Snowshoeing ](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/en/snowshoe-hiking.html) [ ![Zwei junge Frauen, spazieren durch am Hintersee, winterliche Landschaft ](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/9/c/csm_Winterwandern_am_Hintersee__c_Fuschlseeregion-Groessinger_857ad0572a.jpg) Stroll by the lake ](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/en/walking-by-the-lake.html) Guided snowshoe & winter hikes ---------------------------------- [ To the dates ](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/oesterreich-veranstaltung/detail/430272796/gefuehrte-schneeschuh--bzw-winterwanderung.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") Hiking in the Fuschlseeregion Relaxed alpine hikes, rugged peaks and cosy huts. Swipe to the right and find everything you need at a glance. [ ![Familie_klatscht_am_Faistenauer_Schafberg_ein(c)Fuschlseeregion-Groessinger](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/c/0/csm_Familie_am_Faistenauer_Schafberg__c_Fuschlseeregion-Groessinger_418a05272d.jpg "Familie_am_Faistenauer_Schafberg_(c)Fuschlseeregion-Groessinger") Hiking Routes in the Fuschlseeregion Find your favourite way ](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/en/leisure-activities/summer/wandern-und-almen/hikingtrailsfuschlseeregion.html#cat=Wandern-main,Wanderung,Themenweg&filter=r-fullyTranslatedLangus-,r-onlyOpened-,sb-sortedBy-0) View copyright © Familie_am_Faistenauer_Schafberg_(c)Fuschlseeregion-Groessinger Close copyright [ ![Gruppe jausnet auf einer Hütte (c)Salzburgerland Tourismus](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/7/b/csm_Almsommer_in_Hintersee__c_Salzburgerland_Tourismus_163a706b03.jpg "Almsommer_in_Hintersee__c_Salzburgerland_Tourismus") Huts & Pastures A stop for refreshments during the hike is simply part of the experience. Find the right hut for you! ](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/en/leisure-activities/summer/wandern-und-almen/alpine-pastures.html) View copyright © Almsommer_in_Hintersee__c_Salzburgerland_Tourismus Close copyright [ ![Kuh auf einer Alm mit Wald im Hintergrund (c)Salzburgerland Tourismus](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/a/2/csm_Almsommer_Kuh__c_Salzburgerland_Tourismus_0b7446134e.jpg "Almsommer_Kuh__c_Salzburgerland_Tourismus") Safe Hiking We are only guests there - Here you will find the rules for a good cooperation! ](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/en/leisure-activities/summer/wandern-und-almen/safe-hiking-holidays-in-the-fuschlsee-region.html) View copyright © Almsommer_Kuh__c_Salzburgerland_Tourismus Close copyright [ ![Familie wandert am Eibensee, Vater trägt Mädchen auf den Schultern, Sohn zwischen Eltern an der Hand](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/f/a/csm_Wanderspass_am_Eibensee__c_Fuschlseeregion-Groessinger_d39732a620.jpg) Hiking with Children On these tours your children will not be bored ](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/en/leisure-activities/summer/wandern-und-almen/artikel/detail/4469/hiking-for-family-and-children-in-the-fuschlseeregion.html) [ ![Paerchen_auf_Huette_mit_Pofesen_c_Fuschlseeregion-Erber](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/0/b/csm_Paerchen_auf_Huette_mit_Pofesen_c_Fuschlseeregion-Erber_5890e757a7.jpg "Paerchen_auf_Huette_mit_Pofesen_c_Fuschlseeregion-Erber") Hiking Accomodation Stayed with landlords who are also walkers. ](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/en/leisure-activities/summer/wandern-und-almen/hiking-accomodations-fuschlseeregion.html) View copyright © Paerchen_auf_Huette_mit_Pofesen_c_Fuschlseeregion-Erber Close copyright 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. NEW PODCAST FOLDER: Wegemacher Portrait --------------------------------------- ### Wolfgang Strasser From 3 July, find out how the former forester now maintains the trails around Hintersee and what makes a good hiking trail. Wolfgang even reveals his favourite place in the Fuschlsee region where he finds peace and quiet. Listen in and rediscover the Fuschlsee region! [All podcast episodes at a glance](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/magazin.html#ttgNCEWrapper274632 "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster"). Hiking holiday in Austria with traditional and rustic alpine hut experiences ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Get away from your everyday life at home and experience your own personal alpine adventure during a hiking holiday in Salzburg – one step at a time. Exercise in the fresh air may whet one’s appetite, and let’s be honest: What’s the best part about hiking in Salzburg’s mountains? Yes! The well-earned snack and drink after hiking up those exhausting ascents. Between Fuschl am See and Faistenau, more than 30 huts invite you to enjoy a rustic and culinary break. Traditional meals are served in the Fuschlseeregion’s huts. [continue reading ](javascript:void())Homemade, proffered on timeworn wooden tables and served with warmth. [ ![Fest auf der Alm- Musikanten musizieren vor der Hütte](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/6/1/csm_Hinterseer_Almtanz_Die_Gruberalm07__3__5c26f4dc8e.jpg) mountain pastures -------------------- all alpine pastures ](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/en/hiking-holiday/alpine-pastures.html) Multi-day hike without luggage [ Hiking package ](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/en/4berge3seen.html) [ ![Postbus Salzburger Verkehr ](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/e/b/csm_Postbus-SalzburgerVerkehrsverbund717px_7103ac614d.jpg) Guest mobility ](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/en/mobilityintheregion.html "Guests drive for free with public transport in the Fuschlseeregion") Hikes by bus & train ------------------------ Here you will find inspiration for your leisure activities and you will be shown how hiking by bus and train can work. At salzburg-erfahren.at, the transport association takes you on a journey across the entire province of Salzburg. Our recommendations for hikes reachable by public transport ----------------------------------------------------------- [ ![Pärchen am Faistenauer Schafberg genießt die Aussicht.](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/d/b/csm_Wanderdoerferbetriebe_c_Fuschlseeregion-Groessinger_995e744cf2.jpg) Hiking accommodation ](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/en/hiking-region.html) [ View copyright © Kuh auf der Alm Close copyright ![Kuh auf der Alm steht neben dem Forstweg und sieht in die Kamera](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/f/3/csm_2018-09-12-Wandershooting-Fuschlseeregion-by-Michael-Groessinger-IMG_7860__1__6f4c6f9076.jpeg "Kuh auf der Alm") Safe hiking ](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/en/leisure-activities/summer/wandern-und-almen/safe-hiking-holidays-in-the-fuschlsee-region.html) [ View copyright © Familie mit Hund am Hintersee (c)Fuschlseeregion-Groessinger Close copyright ![Familie mit Hund am Hintersee (c)Fuschlseeregion-Groessinger](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/6/f/csm_Familie_mit_Hund_am_Hintersee__c_Fuschlseeregion-Groessinger_a02731dfb9.jpg "Familie mit Hund am Hintersee (c)Fuschlseeregion-Groessinger") On the way with dog ](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/en/holiday-with-a-dog.html) [ View copyright © Picnic at the lakeshore (c) Fuschlseeregion - Erber 2016 Close copyright ![a couple sits on a blanket under trees at the lakeshore with look over the Lake Fuschl, it is very sunny](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/e/e/csm_Fuschl-2016-Erber-8198_6e2d673e5f.jpg "Picnic at the lakeshore (c) Fuschlseeregion - Erber 2016") Bathing beaches ](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/en/familyholiday/artikel/detail/6283/baden-mit-kindern-in-der-fuschlseeregion.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") [ View copyright © HIntersee (c) Fuschlseeregion - M. Göttlich 50 centimos Close copyright ![Das Bild zeigt den Hintersee mit einem Berg im Hintergrund](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/7/4/csm_HIntersee__c__Fuschlseeregoin_-__M.G_%C3%82ttlich_50Centimos_4bf98e7b90.jpg "HIntersee (c) Fuschlseeregion - M. Göttlich 50 centimos") Lake Hintersee ](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/en/holiday-on-a-lake/artikel/detail/3575/beathing-beaches-on-lake-hintersee.html) Unique summit experiences while hiking in Salzburg --------------------------------------------------- Summits as far as the eye can see – and countless ways to climb them. Whether you opt for a quick summit ascent to the Nockstein or the Schober or you’re planning a challenging 3-summit tour over the ridges of the Gennerhorn, Gruberhorn, and Regenspitz mountains: ascend step by step, slowly and steadily. Accredited hiking guides are happy to help you plan your hike or accompany you on your trip. That way, you mind is free to concentrate on the pure enjoyment of the climb. Indulge in panoramic views that are guaranteed to take your breath away. A lasting experience and a great reward for your efforts. [continue reading ](javascript:void())We also recommend two stunning **long-distance hiking trails** for an intensive hiking holiday in Austria, the **4 mountains 3 lakes hike** and the **Salzkammergut Bergeseen Trail**. Turn your mountain experience into a great challenge! If you fancy a little adventure, you will also find many opportunities in the Fuschlsee region. The **forest climbing path** in Faistenau, for example: more than 70 stations made of wood and rope lead through the shadowy forest. Several climbing routes in the area invite you to let off steam on the rock face and experience the Fuschlsee region from airy heights. An exciting **canyoning tour** through the Strubklamm gorge may provide your hiking holiday in the Fuschlsee region with that extra kick of adrenaline. [ View copyright © Gipfelkreuz am Zwölferhorn mit Wolfgangsee (c)WTG750px Close copyright ![Wanderpaerchen am Zwölferhorn mit Wolfgangsee (c)WTG750px](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/8/1/csm_Wandern_Zw%C3%B6lferhorn___Wolfgangsee_Tourismus750px_5a46a974f6.jpeg "Gipfelkreuz am Zwölferhorn mit Wolfgangsee (c)WTG750px") 4 mountains 3 lakes ](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/en/leisure-activities/summer/wandern-und-almen/salzkammergut-long-distance-hike.html) [ View copyright © Holleralm (c) Fuschlseeregion - Salzkammergut Close copyright ![Schmankerl der Holleralmen](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/4/f/csm_Holleralm__c__Fuschlseeregion__17386e9568.jpg "Holleralm (c) Fuschlseeregion - Salzkammergut") more information ](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/en/hiking-holiday/artikel/detail/4348/elderberry-pastures.html) [ View copyright © Digitale Wandernadel Summit Lynx (c)Summit Lynx - Fuschlseeregion Close copyright ![Digitale Wandernadel Summit Lynx (c)Summit Lynx - Fuschlseeregion](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/c/8/csm_Digitale_Wandernadeln-Summit_Lynx-_Seite_1_37aa20f7ed.jpg "Digitale Wandernadel Summit Lynx (c)Summit Lynx - Fuschlseeregion") --- More Information ](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/en/hiking-holiday/artikel/detail/3663/summit-lynx-at-salzkammergut.html) The Video shows the mountains lakes trail, which is a long distance hiking trail through the whole Salzkammergut. ![Familie wandert am Ufer des Hintersees entlang ](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/f/4/csm_Familie_am_Hintersee_2__c_Fuschlseeregion-Groessinger_6c943d8157.jpg) Hiking holiday for the entire family ------------------------------------ Bring your kids on a hiking holiday in the Fuschlseeregion. On themed hikes, children may experience stories of courageous heroes and enchanted princesses. Witness fairy tale creatures coming to life during your hike. Should a dwarf or a mythical creature appear along the way, a short walk may easily turn into a several-hour-long adventure. There’s so much to see for our little ones and they’ll be amazed at what they discover in the great outdoors. The many forests and meadow flowers, creepy crawlies, pinecones and colourful stones make the world turn slower for a while. The combination of mountains, pastures, and lakes guarantee a unique hiking holiday experience in the Fuschlseeregion! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hiking by the water in the Fuschlseeregion ------------------------------------------ On your hiking holiday in Austria, you don’t always have to aim high. The region around lake Fuschlsee offers a large selection of stunningly beautiful hikes along the water of the pristine lakes and sparkling streams. A perfect break to indulge in – any time of year. Ascend to an idyllic mountain lake, jump over streams, lionise a waterfall far away from the crowds or dangle your feet in the cool water in a secluded bay. Leave everyday life behind and turn your back on the hustle and bustle of the big city. In the Fuschlseeregion you can enjoy the unique combination of mountains and lakes and have lots of fun in, on, and under water. ![Vater, Mutter und zwei Kinder sitzen im Wanderoutfit am Ufer des Sees, blauer Himmel und Bäume.](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/3/4/csm_Familie_macht_Pause_am_Fuschlsee__c_Fuschlseeregion-Groessinger_0381665e63.jpg) View copyright © Familie_wandert_am_Fuschlsee_1__c_Fuschlseeregion-Groessinger Close copyright ![Familie wandert am Fuschlsee (c)Fuschlseeregion-Groessinger](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/3/1/csm_Familie_wandert_am_Fuschlsee_1__c_Fuschlseeregion-Groessinger_13bd9769f2.jpg "Familie_wandert_am_Fuschlsee_1__c_Fuschlseeregion-Groessinger") ![](https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/9/e/csm_Paerchen_wandert_am_Fuschlsee_1__c_Fuschlseeregion-Groessinger_e524678608.jpg) 1. 2. 3. 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