Autumn in Saalfelden Leogang: Extended season for hikers and bikers

Because the Leogang cable cars are in continuous use until the start of the ski season with summer operation, so that hikers can make their tours through the beautiful region for a long time to come. The Saalfelden Leogang Card even includes two trips per day. Albert Camus once said, “Autumn is a second spring where every leaf becomes a flower.” Definitely, golden autumn is a season to enjoy. Especially in Saalfelden Leogang – after all, you can even feel the winter already on the ski slopes as a treat here.

Long hiking autumn thanks to the cable cars – two rides included for free
4.560 working hours are invested annually in the hiking trails of Saalfelden Leogang. Accordingly, they are all in top condition, after all, they also have an extra long season. As the Leogang cable cars run continuously until the start of the ski operation, the hiking season is extended. Also for culinary delights on the mountain is well taken care of. In this way, the holidaymakers can make their tours even longer in the golden autumn between the rugged limestone cliffs and gentle grassy mountains. An important tip: With the Saalfelden Leogang Card (included in the room rate of around 300 partner companies), holidaymakers ride the mountain railways twice a day for free – also with their bike. There are many other benefits.

Epic Bikepark Leogang and Bikeparadies Saalfelden Leogang: Lines and trails open until November
Not only hikers can enjoy the golden autumn, also the Epic Bikepark in Leogang has its lines and trails open daily until November (until 5.11.). Here beginners can try themselves and professionals can really let off steam. The Riders Playground is an exercise area of well over 10,000 square meters, perfect for getting acquainted with mountain biking. Experienced bikers are waiting for numerous lines and trails, from very easy to difficult. Austria’s largest bike region is one of the most popular in Europe. 

Every year there is an MTB World Cup – 2012, 2020 and 2028 even MTB World Championships. In addition, the BIKE Festival Saalfelden Leogang (15 to 17 September 2023) and the race of the “Auner Austrian Gravity Series 2023” on 7 October round off the events in autumn. New from September is the AlteSchmiede Trail in Saalfelden Leogang, which will be inaugurated during the BIKE Festival. A sustainably built single trail that inspires young and old alike – provided you have trail experience.

What can it be: autumn or winter vacation?
This is called a seamless transition: due to the continuous operation at the “Mountain of Senses” Asitz in autumn in Saalfelden Leogang, winter can be felt at the same time. You can ski on the Kitzsteinhorn glacier from 14 October onwards. In other words, the holidaymakers can hike on an autumn day, swing on the saddle the closest and hit the ski slopes on the third. Perfect for a beautiful autumn getaway coupled with the anticipation for the ski winter.

Relax and enjoy with wellness and good food
If you are busy hiking, sitting on a mountain bike or taking your first turns on the ski slopes, you definitely deserve a pleasant break. Whether for physical well-being or physical well-being – Saalfelden Leogang has so many moments of enjoyment to offer. On the one hand, there are the innovative and cozy wellness hotels in the region, offering classic wellness treatments, massages and modern spa facilities. On the other hand, there are only 6 restaurants with 14 hoods in Saalfelden Leogang alone. In addition, there are managed huts, inns and mountain restaurants, where you can enjoy the tasty Pinzgau cuisine. At home, you can stock up in the many farm shops of regional farmers and direct marketers – from cheese to sausage to brandy.