Mountain Peaks

This collection features prominent summits in the Salzburg region surrounding Sankt Johann im Pongau and Bischofshofen. The list includes Hochgründeck, one of Europe's highest forested mountains, notable for its wooden Peace Church. Several peaks, such as Gernkogel and Grafenberg, are accessible via cable cars and host alpine adventure parks. These mountains provide a diverse network of trails ranging from valley-level hikes to high-altitude ridgeline paths with views of the Tennen Mountains and High Tauern range.

Palfnerkogel

A 1,413-meter peak located in the Salzach Valley near Bischofshofen, also known as the Schwarzkogel.

Hochgründeck

Standing at 1,827 meters, this is one of Europe's highest forested mountains. It features the Heinrich-Kiener-Haus mountain hut and the St. Vinzenz Peace Church.

Gernkogel

A 1,787-meter summit accessible via the Alpendorf cable car. It is home to the Geisterberg adventure park, featuring interactive themed stations.

Sonntagskogel

An 1,849-meter peak situated on the border between Sankt Johann and Wagrain, offering panoramic views of the Pongau mountains.

Grafenberg

Reached by the Grafenbergbahn cable car, this 1,702-meter peak hosts the Wagraini’s Grafenberg nature and mountain adventure world.

Hirschkogel

A 1,754-meter peak located within the Snow Space Salzburg area, featuring hiking trails connecting the Gernkogel and Sonntagskogel summits.

Oberes Gründeck

A 1,764-meter peak located along the ridge leading toward the main Hochgründeck summit.

Mittergründeck

A 1,660-meter peak situated on the ridge system between Bischofshofen and the Hochgründeck.

Hochstein

An 1,823-meter summit located near the Hochgründeck, providing views across the Salzach Valley.

Öbristkopf

A 1,411-meter peak located east of Sankt Johann im Pongau, overlooking the entrance to the Wagrain valley.