Your basecamp in Flachau: from almlust you step straight onto the trails – to alpine pastures, peaks and wide-open views.

Hiking in Salzburger Land – between peak happiness and hut charm

Hiking in Flachau means the full package: gentle meadows, scenic ridge trails and peaks that feel close enough to touch. almlust is your basecamp right in the village – from here you head out to your favourite routes in the Salzburger Land mountains.

Whether you’re a summit chaser or more of a relaxed hut-to-hut hiker: the Flachau area offers countless marked hiking trails in all levels of difficulty. Easy paths lead through green valleys, past streams and cosy mountain huts. Higher up, panoramic trails open up wide views across the Salzburger Sportwelt, and those who love a real challenge can tackle the more demanding peaks.

Hiking in Flachau means for you:

• scenic trails in different lengths and altitude levels

• rustic mountain huts with regional snacks and sunny terraces

• themed and family-friendly adventure trails for kids

• proper summit hikes for experienced hikers

• easy access straight from almlust or after a short ride

Hiking routes & favourite places around almlust

Right outside almlust, paths and trails branch off into the Flachau mountains – perfect if you simply want to lace up your boots and go. On top of that, there are plenty of tours that you can reach with a short drive, by hiking bus or by mountain lift.

For families and relaxed walkers

Gentle alpine loops with little elevation gain, paths along streams and small mountain lakes make every step enjoyable. Themed and adventure trails in the region, with playful stations and plenty of nature to discover, turn hiking into a highlight even for younger mountain fans.

For couples and photo lovers

Romantic spots, big open views and beautiful light moods are waiting for you. Scenic viewpoints and local summits reward you with panoramas you’ll remember long after your holiday. Sunrise or sunset hikes are especially magical, when the valley below glows in soft morning or evening light.

For sporty summit seekers

If you like it steeper and longer, you’ll find more challenging tours with an alpine feel around Flachau. Summit routes and high-level trails mean more vertical metres, more views and more mountain adventure. Some hiking areas can be reached comfortably by lift – so you can save energy for the most beautiful sections of the tour.

At the almlust reception you’ll find hiking maps and personal tour tips – from short afternoon walks to full-day summit hikes. On request we’re happy to connect you with private mountain guides for alpine adventures.

Your basecamp – hiking service & extras at almlust

So that you can fully focus on your hiking day, a good dose of extra service is waiting for you at almlust:

• personal tour advice in-house – tailored to your fitness level, the weather and who you’re travelling with

• hiking maps and route information for Flachau and the Salzburger Sportwelt

• daypack rental (subject to availability) for your outings

• a packed lunch or energy snack to go for your summit break (on request)

• space to dry and air out hiking boots and clothing after your tour

In winter, this hiking basecamp turns into a perfect starting point for snowshoe hikes and winter walks – the mountains are your playground all year round.

After your day on the trail, you move straight from mountain mode into relaxation: boots off, into the natural swim pond or sauna, a few lengths in the pool and then straight into bed – tired in the best possible way.

Flachau Summer Card, lifts & guest mobility

As an almlust guest you can benefit from the Flachau Summer Card during the main summer season. This guest card offers guided experience hikes, a varied activity programme and attractive discounts with mountain lifts and excursion destinations in the region.

With regional tickets and adventure cards you can reach many peaks of the Salzburger Sportwelt comfortably by cable car. It’s ideal for families who want to enjoy high-altitude views without having to tackle too many vertical metres on foot.

Getting around the region:

• the local hiking or “Sportweltbus” and other public transport options take you to many trailheads

• depending on the guest card and ticket, you can use parts of the public transport network at a reduced rate or even free of charge

• mountain lifts bring you directly into the hiking areas – perfect when you’re travelling with children or want to save time and energy

You’ll get all details about validity, services and tickets directly at almlust or on our info page about the Flachau Summer Card.