Guidebook Hochkonig Lodge & Luchs Lodge - Summer
Hiking
One of the most popular activities in Austria in summer is hiking. The Hochkönig area is great for that with its 340 km clearly marked hiking routes. Also if you would like to hike with kids, there are lots of great routes. You will hike through forests and alpine meadows with beautiful flora and fauna and amazing views. If you are lucky you might see some edelweiss or even an alpine ibex! During the hike you can have a rest at one of the cozy “almhutten” where you enjoy some of the local home made traditional dishes. There are various options for day trips as well as longer trips, like a trip to the Matrashaus at 2941 meter height. Here you can stay for the night and enjoy beautiful sunsets and sunrises over the Alps. Also the Majestätische Weitwanderweg” is a great few days hike of 73 km. With the Hochkönig Card you have the option to use the free “wanderbus” and cable cars to bring you to the mountain station quick.
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Mühlbach am Hochkönig
One of the most popular activities in Austria in summer is hiking. The Hochkönig area is great for that with its 340 km clearly marked hiking routes. Also if you would like to hike with kids, there are lots of great routes. You will hike through forests and alpine meadows with beautiful flora and fauna and amazing views. If you are lucky you might see some edelweiss or even an alpine ibex! During the hike you can have a rest at one of the cozy “almhutten” where you enjoy some of the local home made traditional dishes. There are various options for day trips as well as longer trips, like a trip to the Matrashaus at 2941 meter height. Here you can stay for the night and enjoy beautiful sunsets and sunrises over the Alps. Also the Majestätische Weitwanderweg” is a great few days hike of 73 km. With the Hochkönig Card you have the option to use the free “wanderbus” and cable cars to bring you to the mountain station quick.
Cycling
In summer, the Hochkönig area is also great for cycling. You can take a mountainbike or an e-bike to cycle through the most beautiful parts of the alps. There are facilities to charge your e-bike at various locations, which makes cycling in the mountains accessible for the whole family. With the Hochkönig card you can get free guided tours. Also you can take your bike up the mountains in the cable cars, and cycle downhill only, for those who need a rest day. In Mühlbach there are various shops where you can rent mountainbikes as well as e-bikes.
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Mühlbach am Hochkönig
In summer, the Hochkönig area is also great for cycling. You can take a mountainbike or an e-bike to cycle through the most beautiful parts of the alps. There are facilities to charge your e-bike at various locations, which makes cycling in the mountains accessible for the whole family. With the Hochkönig card you can get free guided tours. Also you can take your bike up the mountains in the cable cars, and cycle downhill only, for those who need a rest day. In Mühlbach there are various shops where you can rent mountainbikes as well as e-bikes.
Climbing
The Hochkönig is 2,943 m high. Its size is massive in every respect. It’s not without good reason that the Hochkönig has a legendary reputation among mountain climbers. Among the pros, it ranks up there with the climbing Eldorado of the Arco (Italy) or Chamonix (France). From amateur mountaineers to experienced climbing enthusiasts, there is something to make every climber’s pulse race faster with excitement. The variety of ascents and routes up to the highest of difficulty levels make the Hochkönig a climbing and sports paradise – the Hochkönig reveals its most beautiful sides when it comes to via ferrata climbs, high alpine routes, and exposed summit tours.
For more information please visit: http://www.hochkoenig.at/
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Mühlbach am Hochkönig
The Hochkönig is 2,943 m high. Its size is massive in every respect. It’s not without good reason that the Hochkönig has a legendary reputation among mountain climbers. Among the pros, it ranks up there with the climbing Eldorado of the Arco (Italy) or Chamonix (France). From amateur mountaineers to experienced climbing enthusiasts, there is something to make every climber’s pulse race faster with excitement. The variety of ascents and routes up to the highest of difficulty levels make the Hochkönig a climbing and sports paradise – the Hochkönig reveals its most beautiful sides when it comes to via ferrata climbs, high alpine routes, and exposed summit tours.
For more information please visit: http://www.hochkoenig.at/
Swimming
Who doesn’t like a swim? And with the wonderful summer climate in Austria, nothing is more refreshing than a nice splash in the pool! In Mühlbach itself, the village of the Hochkönig Lodge is a small swimming pool available. Located in the middle of town it has a heated outdoor pool with large sunbathing area and separate children’s pool with elephant slide.
In 25 minutes by car you can get in Maria Alm, where you will find Sommerstein Adventure pool with a 40 m long water slide, lazy river, bubble jets, waterfall shower, bench with massage jets, children’s pool, artificial play stream and playground. Access to these pools is complimentary with Hochkönig card.
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Mühlbach am Hochkönig
Who doesn’t like a swim? And with the wonderful summer climate in Austria, nothing is more refreshing than a nice splash in the pool! In Mühlbach itself, the village of the Hochkönig Lodge is a small swimming pool available. Located in the middle of town it has a heated outdoor pool with large sunbathing area and separate children’s pool with elephant slide.
In 25 minutes by car you can get in Maria Alm, where you will find Sommerstein Adventure pool with a 40 m long water slide, lazy river, bubble jets, waterfall shower, bench with massage jets, children’s pool, artificial play stream and playground. Access to these pools is complimentary with Hochkönig card.
Golf
There are as much as 15 golf courses in the close vicinity of Mühlbach am Hochkönig. The two closest to the Lodge are:
– Golf court Urslautal – this amazing golfcourse is arguably the most beautifully situated golf course in the Alps. It is located between Saalfelden and Maria Alm, which is 25 minutes drive from the Lodge. The 18 holes course offers you stunning views on the surrounding mountains and the Steinernen lake. For more information please visit: http://www.golf-urslautal.at/
– An 18 holes golf course in Sankt Johann im Pongau. This course also offers all the modern facilities you would be looking for as a golfer nowadays. For more information please visit http://www.golfsanktjohann.at.
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Mühlbach am Hochkönig
There are as much as 15 golf courses in the close vicinity of Mühlbach am Hochkönig. The two closest to the Lodge are:
– Golf court Urslautal – this amazing golfcourse is arguably the most beautifully situated golf course in the Alps. It is located between Saalfelden and Maria Alm, which is 25 minutes drive from the Lodge. The 18 holes course offers you stunning views on the surrounding mountains and the Steinernen lake. For more information please visit: http://www.golf-urslautal.at/
– An 18 holes golf course in Sankt Johann im Pongau. This course also offers all the modern facilities you would be looking for as a golfer nowadays. For more information please visit http://www.golfsanktjohann.at.
Rafting
The longest White Water Rafting Trip in Salzburgerland! In summer, when high-altitude snow is still melting, experience the thrill of white water rafting on the longest white water trip in Salzburger Land – on the river Salzach, between Taxenbach and Schwarzach. This is around 30 minutes drive from Mühlbach am Hochkönig.
After completing an extensive safety briefing in which you are taught all the necessary skills, the adventure begins, lasting approximately 2 hours. A true adrenaline ride for everyone!
For more information please visit: http://www.raftingcenter.com/english/rafting-uk.htm
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Mühlbach am Hochkönig
The longest White Water Rafting Trip in Salzburgerland! In summer, when high-altitude snow is still melting, experience the thrill of white water rafting on the longest white water trip in Salzburger Land – on the river Salzach, between Taxenbach and Schwarzach. This is around 30 minutes drive from Mühlbach am Hochkönig.
After completing an extensive safety briefing in which you are taught all the necessary skills, the adventure begins, lasting approximately 2 hours. A true adrenaline ride for everyone!
For more information please visit: http://www.raftingcenter.com/english/rafting-uk.htm