Top excursion destinations around Mittersill

Discover natural spectacles & attractions

A wealth of excursion destinations awaits you around the Hotel Heitzmann. Whether impressive natural wonders, cultural highlights or exciting places in Mittersill-Hollersbach-Stuhlfelden – there is something for everyone here. Discover our excursion tips for unforgettable vacation days in the Salzburg region.

Pollen-covered mining bee on a yellow flower, a nature motif for a summer holiday in the Alps

Hollersbach Bee Trail

The adventure-oriented trail offers incredible insights into the life of bees in an exciting and adventurous way.

Two marmots on grassy, rocky ground, one eating a leaf, evoking a summer holiday in the Alps

The National Park Center

An eagle flight into the Tauern valleys, alpine ecology around marmots & Co, an avalanche and waterfall dome, or the glacial ice in climate change. Embark on an incredible journey through the untouched nature of the Hohe Tauern National Park holiday region in 8 adventure worlds!

Mountain lake with a tree-topped rocky islet, reflecting the Alpine summer holiday theme at Hotel Heitzmann

Hintersee Lake

Picturesquely nestled between steep rock faces, this mountain lake was formed after a massive rockfall. Its water is so clear that you can see to the bottom.

Stone tower and church against Alpine mountains, evoking a mountain holiday in Mittersill

Felberturm Museum Mittersill

The Felberturm Museum was completely renovated in 2021 and offers visitors exhibitions on the topic of “Saumhandel” (packhorse trade) as well as numerous exhibits of rural craftsmanship, folk culture and customs of the Upper Pinzgau region. One of the most comprehensive local history collections in the state of Salzburg awaits you.

Mountain landscape with stream, meadow and grazing cows

Schösswendklamm Gorge

For thousands of years, the water has flowed over smaller and larger waterfalls, forming the distinctive funnel-shaped and kettle-shaped depressions in the rock massif of the Schösswendklamm Gorge.

Castle-like building with pointed turrets against a wooded mountainside, evoking a holiday in the Alps

Mittersill Castle

The castle, built in the 12th century, towers above Mittersill, which – once the scene of witch hunts and peasant wars – later became a holiday destination for many celebrities. Nowadays, royal meals are served in the in-house restaurant.

Three hikers beside a summit cross overlooking snow-streaked peaks, illustrating a hiking holiday in Mittersill

Gaisstein

one of the highest grass mountains in Europe: Hike from Stuhlfelden to one of the highest grass mountains in Europe, the Gaisstein at 2,363 m. From there you have a fantastic panoramic view!

Wooden path through moorland landscape with birch trees and information boards

Moor

Wasenmoos Adventure: Very rare animal and plant species can be discovered in the Wasenmoos Adventure – a unique excursion into untouched nature with a breathtaking view.

Three people examine herbs in a mountain garden, an excursion for a summer holiday in the Alps

Hollersbach Herb Garden

The recreational herb garden in Hollersbach is an adventure for all the senses and also one of the top excursion destinations near Mittersill. You can reach the Alpinum, pond, herb sun, moon & star and other attractions via barrier-free paths. Whether you snack on berries from the bushes in the berry spiral or turn the Celtic wheel, there is much to discover for the whole family.

Alpine town and church beneath mountain peaks at sunset, evoking a holiday in Mittersill

Deanery & Pilgrimage Church “Maria am Stein” Stuhlfelden

The imposing parish church “Maria am Stein”, visible from afar, is the mother church and probably also the oldest church in the region. It is located in the center of a historically and structurally coherent ensemble, consisting of the cemetery, the rectory, the Chiemsee box, the “Neumaier Häusl” and a general store, which still refers to the pilgrimage.

Rocky mountain stream in a wooded valley, evoking a hiking holiday in Mittersill

Hollersbach Stream Trail

The Hollersbach Valley is also very popular with hikers – along the stream trail – it goes into the valley. From there, numerous other tours can be planned.

Golf ball and club on sunlit grass, illustrating golfing holidays in Mittersill

Golf course

There are plenty of sights in Mittersill, but also sporty things. If you want to pursue your hobby, golf, even on vacation, the Hohe Tauern Golf Club (Mittersill-Stuhlfelden) is the place for you. Varied, beautifully laid out and well-kept greens with different levels of difficulty, embedded in the multifaceted landscape of the Alps, offer an unusual variety.