A holiday in the
Kitzbühel Alps

It is not a surprise to us that the Kitzbühel Alps are among the most popular holiday destinations in Austria . Mother Nature, the cable cars and the tourist associations have created an attractive offer here that inspires all year long.

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Sporthotel right at the cable car

Hikers, cross-country skiers, skiers, cyclists, triathletes, golfers, trail runners, tennis players – all find the perfect terrain around our 4-star hotel Das Hohe Salve Sportresort in Hopfgarten for sporty flights of fancy and for relaxing Alpine moments. And right next to us, the Hohe Salve gondola awaits to take mountain enthusiasts right into the middle of the skiing and hiking area of Wilder Kaiser – Brixental .

And as if that weren’t enough, exciting excursion destinations are on the list of experiences including the nearby ‘Gamsstadt’, as Kitzbühel is known, and Kufstein fortress, along with plenty of attractions for families on the mountain and in the valley, sporty highlights such as the ATP tennis tournament and the world-famous Hahnenkamm race, and last but not least a cultural blend of traditions, cuisine and music.

Explore the mountains of Kitzbühel during a day trip

The mountains of Kitzbühel are a winner, with their breath-taking summits, extensive views and the variety of opportunities to gaze in wonder a the fantastic natural surroundings from a wide range of perspectives. Opportunities for swimming are available here too, as are excursion destinations that invite you to go climbing, hiking, cycling or tobogganing. Stay and feel great – that is the maxim for the region. Das Hohe Salve Sporthotel provides just the right place to enjoy the picturesque surroundings to the full.

Mountain Adventure Worlds Kitzbühel Alps

In winter, the backdrop of the Kitzbühel Alps is surrounded by countless ski pistes, toboggan runs and cross-country trails. In summer the region around Das Hohe Salve Sportresort is a winner thanks to the idyllic Alpine pastures and superb mountain summits that there are to explore – with all the familyfor instance. At various stations for Tyrol cable cars, the leisure parks tempt you to enjoy adventures.

For families, year in year out, the Kitzbühel Alps prove to be an ideal destination for a summer holiday. After all, it is here that fun activities and a combination of relaxation and exercise awaits all ages. All our guests will find exciting adventures here and will be immersed in a different world:

Venture out on expeditions to see the dinosaurs
Experience a balancing act in the forest
Hike on hidden paths
Discover the secrets of Alpine natural surroundings
Solve tricky questions and exciting puzzles
Discover water giants
Conquer fortresses and long-lost eras

All with mountain heroes Lino, Bert, Törfchen and Rocky. They make hiking with children an adventure. The Mountain Adventure Worlds in the Kitzbühel Alps provide everything to set a child’s aflutter:

Witches Water Söll
Ellmi´s World of Magic
Astberg Pony Alm
KaiserWelt Scheffau
Filzalmsee
Hohe Salve
Alpinolino

Viewing point: The Hohe Salve

The Hohe Salve is one of the best known viewing points in the Kitzbühel Alps. Anyone who ventures way up high, either during an exciting hike or in comfort on the gondola, will not only experience breath-taking views into the distance, but so much more. The panorama restaurant on the summit for instance revolves around its own axis. From up there superb views to the valleys around Kitzbühel and to the natural lakes, which always pass on your way to the Hohe Salve, await.

For instance you can explore the tranquil reservoirs. And nearby – just a few footsteps from the summit – Austria’s highest pilgrimage church is alluring.

Salvenkirchlein

Johanneskapelle is located on the Hohe Salve. Salvenkirchlein is the highest pilgrimage church in Austria and is heartily recommended for every guest. It is consecrated to St John the Baptist. The early Baroque altar with figures of Saints Bartholomew and John date from the year 1666. The name ‘Salve’ is derived from a well-known Latin salutation. According to an oldtradition fires were lit on the mountain summits at the summer solstice. These were said to enhance the power of the sun and banish evil. The view to the fires on the mountains is especially good from the summit of the Hohe Salve. A fascinating view, which enchants and impresses our guests each and every year.

The Salvenkirchlein can be accessed on foot via the lovely hiking paths on the Hohe Salve and also with the Hohe Salve cable car from Hopfgarten. Explore this little church which is steeped in history, up at 1829 metres!

Reservoirs in Brixental

On hot days in particular the reservoirs in the Kitzbühel Alps are a popular excursion destination. You can get to the lovely mountain lakes either in the comfort of a gondola or in a sporty manner by bike, with a hike or while trail running. Around the reservoirs, visitors are not only provided with an impressive natural landscape, there are plenty of other attractions too.

The natural Alpine landscapes and animals and plants that are there to wonder at can be explored on the panorama circular paths by all ages. Kneipp stations including the moor tread pool and the wading ponds around the lakes, bring you closer to the natural surroundings in the Kitzbühel Alps. Many other attractions are waiting for youon the themed hiking paths around the lakes .

Among the best known reservoirs in the Kitzbühel Alps are:

Three reservoirs around the Hohe Salve
Reservoirs above the Seidlalm
Tanzboden reservoir
Ehrenbachhöhe reservoir
Filzalmsee

Which hotel in Brixental is located at the reservoir?

The Hohe Salve gondola takes guests staying in Sportresort Das Hohe Salve virtually from the doorstep of the four-star hotel, directly and comfortably to the ski piste. Anyone who is looking for sporty activities really can sample them all in the winter here with us. Along with the many and varied opportunities for skiing in the Kitzbühel Alps, there is plenty of variety in the hotel too – for instance in the Move & Relax area or in the hotel bar in the evening.

What are the highlights in the Kitzbühel Alps?

When you decide to enjoy a holiday in the Kitzbühel Alps, an all-round programme awaits you. In Sportresort Das Hohe Salve and in the fantastic natural surroundings, you certainly won’t get bored. Whatever time of the year and whatever the weather – there is so much to enjoy in the Kitzbühel Alps. Various excursion destinations and sights are here waiting for guests to marvel at. You ought not to miss these highlights in any event:

Mountain adventure realms in the Kitzbühel Alps
Salvenkirchlein on the summit of the Hohe Salve
Filzalmsee
And so much more

What excursions are suitable for a family holiday in the Kitzbühel Alps?

Anyone who is looking for a variety-packed family holiday, will find Das Hohe Salve Sportresort is just right. The Kitzbühel Alps provide plenty of nature and adventures that are not just exhilarating for little guests. One highlight on an excursion to Tyrol with the family are the mountain adventure realms. The various stations around our 4-star hotel help make your holiday all the more variety-packed.