Thursday
GUIDED MOUNTAIN LOVERS TOUR
Mid-May to end of September 2025 - Piesendorf Niedernsill
Ready for a mountain adventure with extra comfort? The guided mountain lovers tour starts with a ride in the hiking taxi to higher starting points. Together with your guide, you’ll hike through stunning alpine landscapes - often with a summit view as your reward. Along the way, you’ll learn interesting facts and enjoy new views and special nature moments. The taxi takes you back after the tour.

Meeting point | 9 am tourist office Piesendorf Niedernsill |
Duration | approx. 5 hours (medium) |
Charge | each person € 15.00 (taxi included) |
with Fun+ Card | each person € 5.00 (taxi included) |
Equipment | Drink, snack, sturdy shoes, rain protection & sticks |
Registration | until noon the day before at the tourist office Niedernsill by phone +43 6548 8232 |
VILLAGE MARKET
every 1st Thursday of the month from May to October 2025 - Event tent Piesendorf
Homemade products such as farmhouse bread, fresh fruit and vegetables, hearty bacon and cheese specialities, honey, fresh fish and many other homemade delicacies from the region are on offer.
STEAM TRAIN
15th May to 25th September 2025
Enjoy a romantic ride through the beautiful Pinzgau countryside on the nostalgic steam trains of the Pinzgau Lokalbahn train. A special highlight for young and old is the "Bratwurst", grilled on the boilder of the steam locomotive!

Departure |
Morning trip: Afternoon trip: |
Back |
Morning trip: Afternoon trip: |
Reservation |
absolutely necessary by phone +43 6562 40600 |
Info | Steam train of the Pinzgauer Lokalbahn |
MEET A RANGER
7th July to 5th September 2025 - National Park Valleys
From Monday to Friday, you can meet the rangers of Hohe Tauern National Park in their natural habitat - the stunning valleys of the Salzburg region.
Here, you'll gain exclusive insights into the unique flora and fauna of the high Alps and learn why conservation is so important. The rangers will share their passion for nature, tell stories about their daily work, and explain how we can all help protect this extraordinary landscape for future generations.
It's no surprise that rangers are the heart of the National Park - after all, they know this protected area like the back of their hand!
BACHLEHRWEG - Mosses, ferns and lichens
10th July to 4th September 2025 - Hollersbach
Follow the rushing Hollersbach stream along the scenic Bachlehrweg to Senningeralm. Walk through the wild alder forest with mosses, ferns and the impressive butterbur, then continue into the spruce forest, where bright yellow lichens and, with luck, even dipper birds can be spotted. Just before the Senningeralm, you pass historic dry-stone walls before the valley opens into a wide alpine landscape. Here, the tour ends - time for a cozy break or the return journey.

Meeting point |
9 am Gasthof Seestube |
Duration |
approx. 5 hours (approx. 3.5 hrs. walking time | easy) |
Charge |
adult € 22.00 | child & youth (7-16 years) accompanied by parents free of charge | excl. feeder service |
Free |
with the guest card or Nationalpark Sommercard (excl. feeder service) |
Equipment |
Hiking or mountain shoes with a treaded sole, rain and sun protection, appropriate clothing and a change of clothes, backpack with drinks and snacks |
Registration |
up to 2 hours before the tour starts at npht.at/tours |
KRIMML WATERFALLS
10th July to 4th September 2025 - Krimml
Join a ranger on a historic hike along Austria's highest waterfalls! Enjoy breathtaking views and learn fascinating facts about the ancient trade route, nature and the power of water. After 385 altitude metres, you'll reach the entrance to the Krimml Achental. Here, the guide tour ends - you can choose to continue into the valley or return along the waterfalls. An unforgettable nature experience awaits!

Meeting point |
9 am tourist office |
Duration |
approx. 5 hours (approx. 3.5 hrs. walking time | medium) |
Charge |
adult € 22.00 | child & youth (10-16 years) accompanied by parents free of charge | excl. feeder service |
Free |
with the guest card or Nationalpark Sommercard (excl. feeder service) |
Equipment |
Hiking or mountain shoes with a treaded sole, rain and sun protection, appropriate clothing and a change of clothes, backpack with drinks and snacks |
Registration |
up to 2 hours before the tour starts at npht.at/tours |
GLOCKNER BUS - BUS TOUR
3rd July to 28th August 2025 - Grossglockner high alpine road
The Grossglockner high alpine road is one of the most impressive and beautiful scenic roads in Europe. A special driving pleasure by car, motorbike or completely relaxed with the Glockner Bus into the incomparable world of experience in the heart of the Hohe Tauern National Park. The bus tour is accompanied by an experienced and knowledgeable National Park ranger.

Departure |
9 am Bus terminal indoor swimming pool, Zell am See |
Return |
Departure from Kaiser Franz-Josefs-Höhe at 3 pm |
Charge |
adult € 49.00 | children € 29.50 | one ride € 37.00 | bicycle transport (on request) € 11.00 |
Registration |
until 3 pm the day before by phone +43 6545 2055 50 |
Info | Glockner bus |
CASTLE SIGHTSEEING TOUR
30th June to 21st September 2025 - Kaprun
Stepping into Kaprun Castle feels like stepping into the past. Its centuries-old walls whisper stories of knights, nobles and medieval life. First mentioned in records in the 13th century, historians believe its origins date even further back.
The castle tour starts at 5 pm, where you'll hear captivating tales about its history. Afterwards, you can explore the castle halls, museum, dungeon and various photo spots at your own pace. A special highlight awaits at the highest point of the keep, where a staircase leads you to an incredible panoramic view over the Zell Basin!