Summer in Mühlbach am Hochkönig

Hiking trails

The region around the Hochkönig offers 340 km of well-signposted and well-maintained hiking trails that are ideal for enjoyable walks, family trips and challenging mountain tours. These paths take you through the picturesque landscape, connecting the communities of Maria Alm, Dienten and Mühlbach, and offer breathtaking views that make hiking on the Hochkönig a truly royal experience.

Royal road

The Königsweg on the Hochkönig, a picturesque route lined with alpine meadows and flower meadows, rugged rock formations, cool forests and grazing cattle, offers an intensive nature experience on 73 km of long-distance hiking enjoyment. Capturing the beauty of the Hochkönig region, this tour allows hikers to explore the stunning landscape without the burden of luggage as it is transported to the next accommodation.

Alpine and hiking huts

The alpine huts on the Hochkönig offer a unique combination of rustic enjoyment and rustic charm. In this idyllic landscape, where lush green meadows and cool forests line the path, there are 71 such huts that invite you to take a cozy break between your hike. Here you can enjoy culinary delicacies while warm rays of sunshine bathe the terraces in a pleasant light.

Herbal hiking

Discover the world of herbs on a guided hike! Let yourself be guided by fresh, spicy scents and learn about the variety of regional herbs under expert guidance. On the alpine pastures you have the opportunity to try delicious herbal dishes and drinks - a culinary experience that you can remember and even take home with you.

Climbing and mountaineering

At the Hochkönig, one of the most impressive mountain ranges in the Alps, climbers and mountaineers will find a true paradise. With its impressive height of 2,943 meters, it offers an unparalleled climbing and mountaineering experience, divided into different sectors with mountain walls and via ferratas of varying levels of difficulty. As a reward, you will get a view of the breathtakingly beautiful panorama of the Alps.

Golf

Golf lovers will find ideal conditions for an enjoyable round of golf in the surrounding area. The Urslautal Golf Club, about 40 minutes away, offers a challenging par 71 course located directly on the sunny high plateau of the Steinernes Meer. Golfers can look forward to perfectly maintained greens and a breathtaking mountain panorama that makes every round an unforgettable experience.

motorcycle

Motorcycling on the Hochkönig offers an incomparable feeling of freedom and adventure. With the wind around your nose and wide, open roads that wind through magnificent panoramic views, our hotel is the ideal starting point for numerous motorcycle tours. These routes lead through some of the most beautiful areas in Salzburger Land and, in addition to the journey itself, also offer leisurely breaks with regional delicacies.

Cycling and mountain biking

Cycling and mountain biking around the Hochkönig is a great way to actively experience the breathtaking mountain landscape. With an extensive network of paths and paths suitable for both relaxed cycling tours and challenging mountain bike adventures, guests can explore the region on two wheels. Various bike rental shops nearby ensure that you are equipped with the right equipment.

Paragliding

Paragliding in Salzburger Land is an exciting experience that offers you unique perspectives on the breathtaking landscape. Whether alone or in tandem, floating high above the valley with a paraglider promises incomparable views of the surrounding nature. From Hotel Sonnhof you have the perfect starting point to experience this fascinating activity and discover the beauty of the Salzburger Land from a bird's eye view.

Mountain village of animals

An unforgettable nature experience awaits families in the mountain village of animals. This unique destination offers over 30 different activities where children can experience the flora and fauna of the region up close. The village's animals look forward to being petted and fed, while learning paths and play stations impart knowledge in a playful way. Gain an insight into farm life - you're guaranteed not to get bored here.

Natrun adventure mountain

The Natrun adventure mountain, located high above Maria Alm, offers a variety of activities at 1,104 m above sea level that are both exciting and relaxing and therefore offer something for everyone. Whether forest ropes course, mountain biking, mini golf, adventure trails, archery or sliding - every age group will find something to do at the Natrun adventure mountain. This makes it an ideal destination for a family vacation full of fun and variety.

Summer tobogganing

The Biberg summer toboggan run near Saalfelden, about 45 minutes from the hotel, is a real family highlight that combines fast descents with an impressive natural experience. After an ascent with the Huggenberg chairlift, an exciting toboggan ride awaits you, which promises fun and action in the fresh Alpine air. The Sport Simon Kiddy Park at the valley station offers exciting cycling adventures, especially for children, and rounds off the experience perfectly.

Cooling down on hot days

The Hochkönig region offers ideal opportunities to cool off on hot summer days. In the Mühlbach outdoor pool, which is located right in the town center, younger visitors in particular can have fun in the children's pool with an elephant slide. For further water adventures, the Sommerstein adventure pool in Maria Alm is available, which has a 40-meter-long water slide, floor bubbles, a play stream and a children's playground.

Excursion tips

A variety of destinations await you in Pongau, such as the legendary Liechtensteinklamm gorge in St. Johann, the Hohenwerfen adventure castle with falconry demonstrations, the Untertauern wildlife park and family amusement park, the Eisriesenweltwerfen - the largest ice cave in the world - and the Felsentherme Bad Gastein. The state capital with its art and Mozart highlights, shopping opportunities and the Hellbrunn Zoo is also worth a visit.