Your questions -> our answers!

When planning your holiday, you are bound to have one or two questions. Maybe you are already in Piesendorf Niedernsill and are just looking for some specific information. 

As we receive questions on a regular basis, we have compiled the following FAQs for you. If your question is not answered here, please do not hesitate to contact us. 

Frequently asked questions about winter holidays

There is a wide range of activities on offer, from skiing in the top resorts to tobogganing, off-piste activities and fun sports on the Erlebnisberg Naglköpfl in Piesendorf.

Our sparkling winter scenery offers unforgettable holiday moments not just for you, but also for your four-legged companion. Together you can enjoy peaceful winter walks and explore quiet paths through the snow. 

📌 Lead required - where does it apply? Within our villages, on winter hiking trails and in the forest, dogs must be kept on a lead at all times. In public transport and on cable cars, a muzzle is also required.  

🚫 Dogs are not allowed on cross-country trails! Please note that dogs are prohibited on all cross-country skiing trails. This is essential for the safety of all guests and to maintain the quality of the groomed tracks. Since the trails run across private land, we kindly ask you to respect landowners and strictly adhere to this rule. 

❄️ Dogs on winter hiking trails - what should you be aware of? On most winter hiking trails, dogs on a short lead are permitted. However, the winter hiking trail along the river Salzach between the dog training area in Niedernsill and the Hummersdorf Bridge in Piesendorf, as well as the section along the Salzach in Jesdorf/Niedernsill, is closed to dogs. 👉 In these areas, please use the Tauern Cycle Path as an alternative route. 

🐕 Are there off-lead areas? Yes! In Hummersdorf/Piesendorf you'll find a fenced dog meadow where your dog can run freely, even in winter. 

🏡 Dog boarding - when your dog needs a little break - The Trumlinghof in Piesendorf offers a lovingly managed dog boarding service with flexible care options - ideal if you're planning a day on the slopes or activities without your dog. 

💩 Why is proper dog waste disposal so important? Even in winter, dog waste must be picket up and disposed of. Hidden beneath the snow, it often lands in the hay when farmers harvest their fields, putting livestock at risk of illness. 👉 Please use dog waste bags and dispose of them in designated bins - for a clean and respectful experience in nature.  

🏞️ Which activities can you enjoy with your dog? Many winter excursions are perfect for wxploring together, from gentle winter walks to dog-friendly attractions. You can find a helpful overview here.

Piesendorf Niedernsill is surrounded by the top ski areas of Kitzsteinhorn & Maiskogel in Kaprun, Schmittenhöhe in Zell am See, Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn, Weißsee Gletscherwelt in Uttendorf, KitzSki, Wildkogel-Arena and the Zillertal Arena. The Niedernsiller Lifts are ideal for beginners. The Erlebnisberg Naglköpfl in Piesendorf offers sport, fun and action for winter sports enthusiasts of all ages.

The following ski passes are available: 

  • Ski ALPIN CARD: valid at the Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn, the Schmittenhöhe in Zell am See, the Kitzsteinhorn & Maiskogel in Kaprun and the Erlebnisberg Naglköpfl

  • SuperSkiCard: valid in 21 ski areas including the Erlebnisberg Naglköpfl  

  • Day tickets & taster tickets at Erlebnisberg Naglköpfl and the Niedernsill lifts

Yes, easy and fast to the TOP ski areas with the free ski bus & ski train.

Yes! In winter too, the Guest Mobility Ticket gives you free access to all public transport (steam trains and special trains are not included) throughout the province of Salzburg - for the entire duration of your stay, including your arrival and departure day. ❄️🚍

Yes, Ski & Board Entleitner in Piesendorf and Niedernsill

  • Winter hiking: Dogs are not allowed on some trails (watch for signs), otherwise leashes are required on winter trails. 

  • Cross-country skiing: Dogs are not allowed on the trails!  

  • Note! In Hummersdorf/Piesendorf (near the Salzach bridge) there is a dog meadow - an off-leash area for your dog.

  • Inn & Restaurants: Restaurant Mitterwirt, Beim Naglbauer (on request), Landgasthaus Samer Matzen, Pizzeria Bistro il Capriccio, Hotel.Wirtshaus Tauernhex, Liftstüberl Naglköpfl, Jausenstation Dietlgut, Jausenstation Einödhof

  • Bakery & Café: Schandlbauer

  • Info: Culinary delights

  • Inn & Restaurants: Gasthof Kröll, Pension-Jausenstation Burgeck, Die Libelle, Gasthof Zur Pinzgauerin (on request) 

  • Bakery & Café: s'Dorfcafé

  • Info: Culinary delights

You can find fresh, regional products directly at the farm shops and local producers in Piesendorf and Niedernsill. Here you'll discover homemade specialities - from traditional farm delicacies to fine treats and artisan products. Many of them also make wonderful gifts to take home. 🧀🍯

In Piesendorf and Niedernsill, the local tax (also known as visitor's tax or overnight levy) is € 2.05 per person per night from the age of 15. In addition, a mobility fee of € 0.50 per person per night (from age 15) is charged. 

Yes, there are designated parking areas in the village centres and at the train stations. For long term parking please contact the communities of Piesendorf and Niedernsill.

Frequently asked questions about summer holidays

In Piesendorf and Niedernsill you can enjoy a varied summer holiday:

  • Walking and hiking: Numerous themed and hiking trails invite you to explore nature in 3 dimensions. A special highlight is the 🧩 Play & Hike Path 🌿 - a family-friendly themed trail that guides children and adults playfully through the landscape. 
  • Cycling and mountain biking: From gentle tours to sporty routes, there is a track for every level. 
  • Water fun: The Hinkelstein outdoor pool in Piesendorf and the natural bathing lake in Niedernsill offer refreshing swimming from June to September (weather dependent).  
  • Excursions: Discover exciting places such as the Edelsteinpark (gem stone park), the Noriker Horse Museum and many other attractions in the region. 
  • Weekly programme: In addition, we offer a varied activity and adventure programme with guided tours and events. 

We do not create our own forecasts. For up-to-date information, we recommend the weather report from Bergfex, where you will always find the latest forecasts for Piesendorf and Niedernsill.

Even if the weather doesn't play along, there is still plenty to experience: 

Visit one of the many museums in the region. Solve tricky puzzles at Sixty Minutes - Live Escape Game in Neukirchen. Enjoy a trip to an indoor pool or spa. Feel the thrill of indoor climbing and bouldering at Felsenfest climbing hall or the boulder hall. Get creative with you children at the Kreativland indoor park. Go on a shopping spree in Zell am See or Mittersill.

🌧️ And sometimes the best thing is simply to step outside: a short walk in the rain - with a little dance in a downpour - is sure to lift your spirits. ✨ 

Here you'll find an overview of attractions with opening times.  

In the surrounding area, there are several places where you can rent bikes - from e-bikes to mountain bikes. You'll find an overview of rental stations here. 

Here you can enjoy nature and the fresh mountain air with your little ones in a relaxed way. 🍃

👉 Please note: For some routes, an outdoor pushchair with larger wheels is recommended, as a buggy with small wheels can be harder to push.  

In Zell am See you can rent pushchairs at Sport Achleitner and Kindermoden Gadenstätter. If you are planning a trip to the Schmittenhöhe, child carriers are also available there.

🐾 Many activities and excursion destinations in our region can be enjoyed together with your dog. To help you find the right ones quickly, we have put together an overview of dog-friendly offers and sights. 

And if you are planning a trip without your four-legged friend: in Piesendorf there is a dog boarding service where your pet will be lovingly cared for. 

In Piesendorf you will find a wide variety of culinary experiences - from regional specialities to Italian pizza: 

  • Inn & restaurants: Restaurant Mitterwirt, Beim Naglbauer (on request), Landgasthaus Samer Matzen, Pizzeria Bistro il Capriccio, Hotel.Wirtshaus Tauernhex, Restaurant Hinkelsteinbad, Jausenstation Dietlgut, Jausenstation Einödhof
  • Bakery & café: Schandlbauer - perfect for sweet treats and relaxed coffee breaks 
  • Serviced alpine huts: Pinzgauer Hütte, Hochsonnbergalm, Kettingalm, Eder Hütte, Unterbergalm - ideal stops for a hike or mountain bike tour

👉 More tips and details can be found in our culinary delights section as well as under huts & alpine pastures. 🍽️

In Niedernsill you will find cosy inns, restaurants and rustic alpine huts that offer plenty of variety: 

  • Inn & restaurants: Hotel-Gasthof Kröll, Pension-Jausenstation Burgeck (on request), Die Libelle, Restaurant Kehlbacher, Gasthof Zur Pinzgauerin (on request) 
  • Bakery & Café: s'Dorfcafé - perfect for coffee, cake and small snacks 
  • Mountain huts: Katzsteinalm, Schaunbergalm - popular stops with regional homemade specialities

👉 More tips and details can be found in out culinary & delights section as well as under huts & alpine pastures. 🍽️🏔️

You can find fresh, regional products directly at the farm shops and local producers in Piesendorf and Niedernsill. Here you'll discover homemade specialities - from traditional farm delicacies to fine treats and artisan products. Many of them also make wonderful gifts to take home. 🧀🍯

In Piesendorf and Niedernsill, the local tax (also known as visitor's tax or overnight levy) is € 2.05 per person per night from the age of 15. In addition, a mobility fee of € 0.50 per person per night (from age 15) is charged. 

Yes! With the Guest Mobility Ticket, which you receive from your host directly upon check-in (or, if requested, even before your arrival - your host will need your guest details in advance), you can use all public transport (steam trains and special trains are not included) throughout the province of Salzburg free of charge. 

👉 Simply hop on, show your Guest Mobility Ticket - and off you go! 🚞

Yes! In Piesendorf and Niedernsill you can benefit from various advantage cards:

✨ Available from your host: 

  • Guest Card: Numerous discounts in the region, e. g. discount off up & down tickets at the mountain lifts in Zell am See-Kaprun.
  • Guest Mobility Ticket: Included access to all public transport throughout the province of Salzburg during your stay. 
  • Fun+ Card: Free entry to the Hinkelstein outdoor pool in Piesendorf and the natural bathing lake in Niedernsill, plus free or discounted participation in the weekly programme.  
  • Nationalpark Sommercard: Around 60 included services, one per day free of charge - including a day ticket for the Grossglockner High Alpine Road and the Gerlos Alpine Road. 

🎫 Available to purchase:

Yes, there are designated parking areas in the village centres and at the train stations. For long term parking please contact the communities of Piesendorf and Niedernsill.