City, countryside, mountains
Excursions around Der Jägerwirt
Der Jägerwirt in Bergheim near Salzburg is an ideal base for exploring both city and countryside.
Salzburg’s world-famous Old Town, with its sights, museums and events, is only minutes away. Nature is just as close – whether hiking on Untersberg, swimming in the lakes of the Salzkammergut or heading into the mountains.
Culture, nature and good food are close together here, making your stay varied and relaxing in equal measure.
01Culture, history and nature
Three World Heritage Sites are within easy reach: Salzburg’s Baroque Old Town, the Dachstein massif with Hallstatt and the Salzkammergut. Each region tells its own story, from culture and music to thousands of years of mining tradition.
02760 kilometres of pistes
Austria’s largest ski region is only an hour away. Ski amadé combines numerous ski areas with modern lifts, perfectly groomed pistes and traditional mountain huts. Beginners, leisure skiers and keen carvers will all find the right run.
03Mozart’s city and Baroque heritage
In ten minutes you can be in the heart of Salzburg. Stroll through Getreidegasse, visit Mozart’s birthplace, explore Hohensalzburg Fortress or enjoy a slice of Sachertorte in one of the traditional coffee houses. The UNESCO-listed Old Town brings culture, history and joie de vivre together in a compact setting.
04Trick fountains and garden art
Hellbrunn Palace is famous for its playful trick fountains, which have been surprising visitors for more than 400 years. Its extensive park, magnificent palace and nearby Salzburg Zoo make Hellbrunn a rewarding destination for the whole family.
05Swimming and panoramic views
Fuschlsee, Wolfgangsee, Mondsee and many more: seven idyllic lakes can be reached from Der Jägerwirt in less than an hour. In summer they invite you to swim, sail or paddle; in winter, quiet shores and clear mountain views await.
06A mountain adventure with a view
The valley station of the Untersberg cable car is only a 20-minute drive away. From there, the cable car climbs to almost 1,800 metres. At the top, views stretch across Salzburg, the Berchtesgaden region and, on clear days, as far as the Hohe Tauern. Snowshoe trails await in winter and panoramic walks in summer.
07A place of peace and faith
The Baroque Basilica of Maria Plain rises just a few minutes away. A major pilgrimage site for centuries, the church is known for its devotional image and elevated position above Salzburg. It is a place for reflection with far-reaching views across the Salzach valley.
08The world’s largest ice cave
The Eisriesenwelt in Werfen is around 40 minutes away. Deep inside the Tennengebirge, an extraordinary natural world of ice and rock awaits. Guided tours lead through immense chambers and spectacular ice formations.
Between city, countryside and mountains
Culture or nature, city or mountains – Der Jägerwirt is an ideal base for experiencing Salzburg and its surroundings in all their variety.
Our central location puts many sights within easy reach while you still enjoy the peace of our hotel. It is a comfortable way to combine rest and discovery.
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