Special trips and excursion tips 2015 - Zell am See

1 Zell am See
2 Kaprun
3 Piesendorf
4 Niedernsill
5 Uttendorf
6 Stuhlfelden
7 Mittersill
On the narrow gauge railway through the
National Park region
The narrow gauge railway has connected
the villages of the Upper Salzach Valley on
the edge of the largest nature reserve in the
Eastern Alps for over 115 years.
Many of the 40 stops are perfect starting
points for day-trips to the natural and
cultural highlights of the Hohe Tauern
National Park, the Pinzgau Grass Mountains
and the Kitzbühel Alps. The modern trains
cover the 53 km long route between Zell am
See and the Krimml waterfalls every hour.
Relax and unwind
The historic town center, the
picturesque lake and the majestic
mountain peaks make the famed
resort of Zell am See a wonderful
destination!
Tip: Enjoy a cruise on the lake
8 9 Hollersbach
Thermal spa and Kitzsteinhorn
Make the leap from the railway
straight to the Tauern spa! Or
alternately explore by foot the
untouched, completely pastoral
Salzach meadows.
Tip: Vötters transport museum in
Kaprun
10 11 Bramberg
Celts and Menhir standing
stone
Connect with the local Celtic
culture and feel the unique
energy radiating from the
Menhir standing stone.
Tip: Menhir stone bath
12 13 Neukirchen
Bathing lake and Luzialacke
nature reserve
Enjoy a refreshing swim in
the serene lake that is located
directly adjacent to the
Luzialacke nature reserve.
Tip: Tauriska dialect archive
14 15 Wald
Glacier world, Celtic village
The local aqua park is fun for the
whole family, while the educational
butterfly hiking trail starts directly
in the village center. Another popular attraction is the glacier world
at Uttendorf-Weißsee.
Tip: Celtic village
16 Krimml
Europe’s first archery village
Hit the bullseye by visiting Europe’s first
archery village! Indoor and outdoor
archery venues as well as introductory
courses make this the perfect place to
get acquainted with this exciting sport.
(Register at: +43/664/9126812)
Tip: Pirtendorfer Talboden nature trail
The hub of the Upper Pinzgau
Austria‘s largest and most modern
national park center is a must-see
for everyone.
Tip: Felberturm museum of local
history in the village center
Key
Pinzgauer Lokalbahn
Railway line
(ÖBB – Austrian National Railway)
Road
J ust hop aboard! Leave your car where it is
or simply change over from bike to train, as
many destinations are within easy reach on
our charming local railway. You can buy
tickets directly on the train without any
surcharge. Our friendly staff will be happy
to help and advise you.
www.pinzgauerlokalbahn.at
State border
Body of water
Village
Train stop/train station
Klausnerhaus herb garden
The herb garden behind the old
Klausner house has a huge variety
of healing plants and kitchen
herbs.
Tip: Kitzbühel Alps panorama lift
Emerald village and wool stall
Follow the trail of Europe’s only
source of emeralds: The mineral
exhibition in Wilhelmgut is equally
worthwhile, as is the wool stall in
Bramberg.
Tip: Emerald trail from the
Habachtal-Weyerhof station
Wildkogel and waterfall
Families, hikers and bikers
can take the gondola up to the
Wildkogel, the most beautiful
viewpoint in Upper Pinzgau.
Tip: Untersulzbach Valley waterfalls, alight at Sulzbachtäler
station
Crystals and gemstones
Bright, shiny family fun! The
Wald crystal bath in the village
center attracts bathing and
wellness guests all year round.
Tip: Nowak museum of
minerals, alight at Lahnsiedlung
station
Krimml waterfalls
Untamed natural power! The
Krimml waterfalls are the biggest in
Europe and make for an amazing
sight. This is also the starting
point for the Tauern bike path.
Tip: Drop into Hanke’s café and
restaurant
Cable car
Bus connection
Im Auftrag von
Information, inquiries and reservations:
Brucker Bundesstraße 21, A-5700 Zell am See
Info hotline: +43/6562/40600
[email protected]
www.pinzgauerlokalbahn.at
Special trips and
excursion tips 2015
Experience our scenic narrow
gauge railway in the heart of the
Pinzgau region
A Service of Salzburg AG
to Mittersill and Krimml
Steam train rides in the winter
to Mittersill and Krimml
Winter fairytale train
to the Krimml waterfalls
The Pinzgau local railway first opened in
1898. Built on 760 mm narrow gauge
tracks, the scenic line draws many tourists
and railway enthusiasts to the region,
where the unique combination of culture,
nature and nostalgia may be enjoyed.
Outward journey
Zell am See dep.
9.18
Mittersill arr.
10.38
Krimml station arr. 12.03
Krimml waterfalls arr. 12.16*
* bus transfer
14.40*
14.53
1
5.45
1
7.28
Every Wednesday
15 July - 26 August 2015
Outward journey
Zell am See dep.10.18
Mittersill arr.
11.38
Return journey
Mittersill dep. 15.15
Zell am See arr. 16.28
Prices
Adults / Children*
Zell am See - Krimml waterfalls, return ticket: € 33.00 / € 16.50
Zell am See - Mittersill, return ticket:
€ 21.00 / € 10.50
Mittersill - Krimml, return ticket:
€ 21.00/ € 10.50
Group rates on request! *Children 6-14 years of age
Steam or vintage diesel charters
Hire one of our historic steam
or diesel trains for your own
private event! Various
locomotives dating from
1906 to 1962 are available,
including matching coaches.
Discounts
Full steam ahead to Mittersill and Krimml
Enjoy the glory steam-hauled travel in our Austrian winter
wonderland on the following dates:
 28 November 2015
 5, 12, 19, 24 and 31 December 2015
Reservation
 3 and 24 February 2016
required!
Please consult our website for further information
and details on the timetable.
Steam to Mittersill
Hiking
with the National Park Rangers
Zeller Lake Party Express
11 July and 1 August 2015
Depart Zell am See: 23.30
Trains run to Krimml on request and at a special rate.
Every Thursday
14 May - 1 October 2015
Every Tuesday
14 July - 25 August 2015
(additionally on Saturday 12 September 2015)
Reservation
required!
The safe and comfortable way home!
Zell Summer Night Party Express
Every Wednesday from 1 July - 26 August 2015
Depart Zell am See: 23.30
Full steam ahead to the Krimml waterfalls
Return journey
Krimml
waterfalls dep.
Krimml station dep.
Mittersill arr.
Zell am See arr.
Nigth trains
Prices
Adults / Children*
Zell am See - Krimml Waterfalls, return ticket: € 33.00 / € 16.50
Zell am See - Mittersill, return ticket:
€ 21.00 / € 10.50
Mittersill - Krimml, return ticket:
€ 21.00/ € 10.50
Group rates on request! *Children 6-14 years of age
Travel by boat and train
Combine two wonderful experiences in one day! Take the
steam train on the Pinzgauer Lokalbahn and then enjoy a
leisurely lake cruise at Zell am See. You may purchase boat
tickets on the train or at our customer service center.
Let yourself be enchanted by the serene scenery and the
magnificent views of the Austrian Alps. En route from Zell
am See to Krimml you will appreciate the modern comforts
of our contemporary diesel train, before changing onto the
bus for the transfer to the to the WasserWunderWelt info
center. From there you will be guided to the famed falls on
short walk that is romantically illuminated by
traditional torches. On the way back you can
Reservation
required!
pause for a winter warmer and cap the magical evening at Hanke’s Restaurant in Krimml.
With the Zell am See-Kaprun Card, the Löwen Alpin Card, the
Wildkogel Card and with the Maishofner Rabattblock guests pay
30% less on all stream train rides. With the Salzburger Land Card
and the Nationalpark Card you get a a complimentary day ticket
for the Pinzgauer Lokalbahn (not valid for nostalgic train rides).
Outward journey
Zell am See dep.
1
6.00
Mittersill dep.
16.48
Krimml station arr. 1
7.23
Return journey
(by bus)
Krimml dep.
20.30
Zell am See arr. ca. 21.30
Prices
Adults / Youth / Children*
Zell am See – Krimml waterfalls
Return ticket:
Mittersill - Krimml
Return ticket:
€ 23.40 / € 15.20 / € 13.20
€ 16.50 / € 9.50 / € 8.30
The price includes all rail and bus travel, a welcome drink, the guided
winter walk with old torches and musical entertainment.
The prices are valid as of March 2015 and subject to change.
Group rates on request! *Children 6-14 years of age
You may board or alight at all stops and stations. Tickets can be purchased at our customer service center in Mittersill or on the train without surcharge. For reservations please send an email or call: +43/6562/ 40 600.
in the National Park Hohe Tauern
The Nationalpark Hohe Tauern and Pinzgauer Lokalbahn
are proud to work together to provide an environmentally
friendly transport service in this ecologically sensitive region. We are pleased to present this extract of the park‘s
annual adventure program. For further information please
visit www.hohetauern.at or have a look at the suggestions below.
A
Winter fairytale train
Every Thursday
7 January 2015 - 10 March 2016
as well on 25 December 2015 and 1 January 2016
Enjoy Summer
Biking and hiking
Daily bike transport from Zell am See to Krimml. From May until
October including onward bike transport to the Krimml waterfalls.
(Timetable example: Zell am See 9.00, Mittersill 9.48,
Krimml 10.35.)
A reservation for bikes is necessary! Tel.: +43/6562/40600.
Hollersbach Valley
Witch’s visit: Every Tuesday 2 June - 8 September 2015.
Join us and you will learn new insights about herbs and their
cultivation history in Hollersbach.
Meeting point: 10.00 Klausnerhaus Hollersbach.
Transport: Pinzgauer Lokalbahn, alight at Hollersbach.
B
Habach Valley
Valley of emeralds: Every Monday 13 July - 7 September 2015.
A park ranger guides you along the so-called “emerald path”
in Bramberg.
Meeting point: 12.45 parking lot Habach Valley.
Transport: Pinzgauer Lokalbahn, alight at Habachtal.
C
Untersulzbach Valley
Alpine geology: Every Friday 17 July - 11 September 2015.
See the Tauern range from a particularly scenic vantage point
as you hike along a well marked trail with illustrated info boards.
Learn lots about the local geology and immerse yourself in the
beautiful landscape. Meeting time: 10.00 and 14.00 at Geolehrweg. Transport: Pinzgauer Lokalbahn, alight at Sulzbachtäler.
D
Krimml
Natural jewel Seekar: Every Friday from 17 July - 11 September 2015. Join this guided hike from Krimml through the lush
mountain forest to the Alpine hut at Seekar.
Meeting point: 8.30 at the Krimml tourist office.
Photos: © Pinzgauer Lokalbahn, P. Aulbach, local tourist offices, Nationalpark Hohe Tauern/Rieder, NationalparkWelten. Errors and misprints excepted! March 2015
Steam train rides in the summer