Maria Alm at the Stone Sea

Nestled in a beautiful valley basin between the Steinernes Meer with Hochkönig and the Slate Alps, Maria Alm presents itself as a picture book village. Not without reason, this place has already been chosen three times as the most beautiful place in the province of Salzburg. Nestled in the midst of a green, unspoiled natural landscape against the backdrop of the Steinernes Meer and the Hochkönig lies Maria Alm with its two mountain villages Hintermoos and Hinterthal. Rich in sun, nature and recreation in summer, Maria Alm promises its guests an unforgettable vacation. Relax in the fragrant flower meadow on the alp, enjoy the g'sunde Almjause, walk along the hiking trails, breathe in the fresh mountain air. Arrive. Life here on the Hochkönig is like a story out of a picture book. Get to know nature and people in all their facets, let yourself be moved and recharge your batteries with the power of the mountains. 

Day 1 Arrival in Maria Alm

Bright and friendly, warm and refreshingly new - the Hotel Lohningerhof in Maria Alm combines the most modern 4-star comfort with typical Salzburg hospitality. Be warmly welcomed with a firm handshake and a friendly smile. Experience the most precious time of the year in a perfect location: from the hotel door it is only a few steps to the valley station of the nearest mountain railroad and to the center of Maria Alm. Enjoy soothing warmth, relaxing tranquility and restful moments in the Lohningerhof wellness oasis with: heated panoramic outdoor pool with indoor access & bubble loungers on the 3rd floor, shepherd sauna, steam bath, infrared heat cabin, heat benches, experience shower, bright relaxation area with health loungers, direct access to the hotel's own garden.
See, feel, taste Maria Alm,
Experience the Salzburger Land with all your senses at the Hotel Lohningerhof. Let the kitchen team take you on daily culinary journeys through the region around the Hochkönig and the Steinerne Meer.

Day 2 Guided tour of the village with church visit

After breakfast, a guided tour of the village followed by free time.
Take advantage of the discounts and free offers of your Hochkönig guest card.

Day 3 Berchtesgaden & Königssee

Today we will visit the Berchtesgaden National Park. During your stay in Berchtesgaden you should definitely visit the historic old town. Afterwards continue to the Königsee. Surrounded by the imposing mountains of the Berchtesgaden Alps, Lake Königssee, which was declared a nature reserve as early as 1910, lies in a romantic basin. An attraction for tourists from all over the world. Let yourself be enchanted by the unique ambience of the Königssee during a boat trip and visit the pilgrimage church of St. Bartholomä (boat trip not included in the tour price).

Day 4 Half-day trip to Kitzbühel

The elegant winter sports resort of Kitzbühel is famous for its annual Hahnenkamm race. Stroll through the streets of the medieval town center.

Day 5 Grossglockner High Alpine Road

At 3,798 meters, the Grossglockner is not only the highest mountain in Austria, but it is also one of the highest peaks in the Eastern Alps. An impressive natural experience: here you can feel greatness and power, here you succumb to the fascination of the eternal ice and the elemental force of nature. On 48 kilometers of high alpine road with 36 hairpin bends, with an altitude rise up to 2,504 meters, a nature and driving experience of a special kind awaits you! You will cross a unique mountain world with blooming alpine meadows, fragrant mountain forests, mighty rocks and eternal ice to the foot of the Großglockner.

6th day at leisure in Maria Alm

Relax today in the wellness area of your hotel or go hiking on one of the many excellent hiking trails.

Day 7 Journey home