The magic of the top alpine locations

THE FORCE OF NATURE

The full force and strength of nature is unfolded here. And time is given a new meaning when you see the towers and masses of rock which are millions of years old. Everyone is familiar with that feeling when the atmosphere suddenly gets heavier and the energy levels start to rise! Such energy centres can take a variety of forms: trees, magical rock formations or babbling brooks, an elixir of life, all millions of years old. This very special fascination is hard to explain in logical terms yet the mysterious aura of these places invites us to top up our energy levels. And perhaps ‘Hoagascht’n’ as they say in Pinzgau. Or rather ‘sit together comfortably and chat’.

Nestled within the mighty landscape of the grassy peaks, which characterise the entire Glemmtal valley, you can truly sense the grounding of the rock which has lain here for millions of years. It is clear that these landscapes are about more than just energy centres, dynamic places and Alpine well-being oases; they are home to a wealth of beauty, abundance and eternity which is hard to express.

Those who want to indulge in some pure walking are advised to grab a strong and sturdy walking stick and set out from the Hinterlengau walkers’ car park to Lindlingalm. Following the Alpenrosenweg trail, the route leads on left to the Pfandeben mountain plateau. Then left along the Schusterkogel to the Schusterscharte and onwards west to
the Hochtor mountain (1,999 m). From here, the route leads over the ridge west to the Teufelssprung. (2,174 m).

Hiking

At the end of the Glemmtalm valley, young people used to gather every Sunday afternoon to celebrate with singing, music and dancing. Alpine herdsmen and women would laugh, dance and cheer here in a relaxed atmosphere, celebrating love and life. One Sunday, a stranger joined in these lively activities. Since none of the Alpine dairymaids were free to dance, he grabbed a shepherd twirled him around cheekily. The shepherd complained that the unknown dancer kept treading on his toes.

OVER A BIG CLIFF

Soon a fierce quarrel broke out between the two. Since they could not agree, the shepherd suggested that they should jump over a big cliff and see which of them could jump better. The stranger agreed. The shepherd went first and used his strong stick to catapult him over the cliff. Then it was the turn of the stranger to try his luck. He failed miserably and bounced down the cliff, plummeting down to the ground.

BORDER BETWEEN SALZBURG AND TYROL

At the same time, the cliff split open with a loud crack and the villain – clearly the devil himself – fell down into the depths along with the stranger. The deep crack in the rock marks the border between Salzburg and Tyrol and shows the location of this former battle.

• Prime location – direct access to the hiking circus: Kohlmais- and Schattberg cable cars just a few steps from the hotel
• Free guided tours ranging from family walks up to the mountain tour challenge, led by our very own guide
• Trekking pole & hiking backpack for rent
• Trail map & tour suggestions: Our avid hikers and tour guides will gladly be at your service to offer any help and advice you need
• Hiking bus, free with your JokerCard
• Packed lunch service (subject to fees)
• Every day a new hiking tip plus the mountain weather in our morning post
• Cleaning station for hiking boots
• Drying room for hiking boots and apparel