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Hinterglemm – active holiday resort at the end of the valley

Hinterglemm is the second main town of the popular holiday region Saalbach Hinterglemm in the Salzburg region. The village is located further west in the Glemmtal, in the immediate vicinity of Saalbach, and offers a variety of year-round options for active holidaymakers, families, and nature lovers. Thanks to its location at the end of the valley, Hinterglemm is an ideal starting point for hikes, bike tours, and nature experiences – and in winter, it also offers direct access to the extensive ski area.

Short info:

Where is Hinterglemm? In the furthest part of the Glemmtal, about 4 km west of Saalbach
What can you do here? Skiing, hiking, mountain biking, climbing, tobogganing, family outings
Which mountains surround the place? Zwölferkogel, Reiterkogel, Hochalm
Known for: Direct access to Ski Circus, Adventure offers at the end of the valley
Suitable for families? Yes, with adventure trails, climbing park, children's slopes and excursion destinations
Special feature: Treetop Walk and Golden Gate Bridge of the Alps
Best time to visit: All year round – winter sports in winter, hiking & biking in summer
Which map is helpful in summer? JOKER CARD with numerous free services

Townscape and atmosphere

Hinterglemm is smaller and a little quieter than Saalbach, has developed into a modern holiday resort with excellent infrastructure. Hotels, holiday apartments, shops, and restaurants can be found directly in the town center or along the main street. The proximity to the valley head is particularly striking – there, a mix of nature, adventure activities, and excursions for the whole family awaits.

Skiing in Hinterglemm

Hinterglemm is directly on the Ski Circus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn With modern gondolas like the Zwölferkogelbahn, Reiterkogelbahn, and Hochalmbahn, you can quickly reach the surrounding peaks. The Zwölferkogel is one of the more challenging ski mountains with fast descents, while the Reiterkogel also offers family-friendly slopes and practice areas.

The central location in the Skicircus provides direct access to over 270 kilometers of slopes. Numerous ski huts along the slopes provide refreshments and places to stop for a bite to eat. Hinterglemm is also a popular spot for snow parks and, with the floodlit slope at the Unterschwarzach lift, also offers nighttime skiing fun.

Cross-country skiing and tobogganing

Cross-country skiers will find the approximately 10 km long Valley head trail, which winds through the snowy landscape to the Lindlingalm. The trail is suitable for classic and skating cross-country skiing and is regularly groomed. Its quiet location, free of traffic, makes it particularly attractive.

You can go tobogganing on the illuminated Reiterkogel toboggan run, which is easily accessible via the Reiterkogelbahn cable car. The trail is approximately 3.2 km long and is suitable for both families and more athletic tobogganers. Sled rentals are available on site.

Hiking around Hinterglemm

The surrounding grassy mountains offer a wide range of hiking trails in summer – from easy family hikes to challenging tours:

Hike to the Lindlingalm: An easy walk from the end of the valley to the rustic alpine pasture, also possible with a stroller.
Valley end loop: A well-signposted circular hiking trail to several alpine pastures and adventure stations.
High-altitude trail on the Zwölferkogel: More demanding tour with stunning panoramas – accessible by cable car.
Pinzgau Walk (partial section): From the Schattberg east summit over the ridges towards Zwölferkogel – a particularly scenic day tour.

Mountain biking in Hinterglemm

Bikers will also find plenty to enjoy in Hinterglemm. The area around the Reiterkogel and Zwölferkogel mountains offers numerous trails and routes of all difficulty levels:

Blue Line and Pro Line: Two varied freeride routes on the Reiterkogel – ideal for beginners (Blue) and advanced (Pro).
Z-Line: Flowy trail at the Zwölferkogelbahn with Northshore elements and banked turns – popular with experienced riders.
BIG-5 Bike Challenge: A bike tour with lift support over five mountains – Hinterglemm is one of the central starting points.

All cable cars are equipped for bike transport in the summer. The JOKER CARD often even allows bikers free or discounted rides.

family-friendly offers

Hinterglemm is particularly family-friendly. Many of the region's best activities are located right at the end of the valley:

Treetop Trail: Europe's highest treetop walk at up to 30 m height.
Golden Gate Bridge of the Alps: A 200 m long suspension bridge over the end of the valley – spectacular for young and old.
Schnitza's Wood Park: A creative adventure playground with wood carving stations, a labyrinth, a water area, and a petting zoo.
Devil's Water: A water playground with Kneipp area, gullies, ponds and mills directly at the Lindlingalm.

In winter, children's areas, ski schools and practice slopes provide optimal conditions for young winter sports enthusiasts.

Culinary delights and huts

Hinterglemm also offers numerous places to stop for refreshments – from modern mountain restaurants to traditional mountain hut cuisine. Recommended addresses include:

Wieseralm: Located on the Reiterkogel, with a large children's playground and good food.
Rosswald Hut: Cozy ski hut with a large sun terrace, accessible via the Zwölferkogel.
Lindlingalm: Destination for many hikes in summer and cross-country ski trail in winter – particularly child-friendly.

In the village itself you will find rustic inns, modern restaurants and cozy cafés – many of them directly along the pedestrian zone.