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Sankt Johann Im Pongau combines a cultural and historical landmark with mountain and cycling themes that suggest very different kinds of holiday days. Annakapelle represents the history of the district capital; at Geisterberg, the described journey includes a gondola lift, a short walk and a train. Cycling routes to Werfen and Grado offer different geographical highlights. When choosing a holiday apartment, it helps to first decide which of these themes you want to shape your holiday.

A special place in history

Annakapelle is the only surviving historical building from the Late Middle Ages in Sankt Johann Im Pongau and also one of the oldest buildings in the district capital. The first description highlights its special place among the surviving late-medieval buildings; the second sets it in the broader context of the town’s history. If you would like to include culture in your holiday plans as well as activities, you will find a tangible historical point of interest here.

Geisterberg: journey, hikes and play stations

The excursion to the middle of Geisterberg is divided into several stages. The journey from the valley to there takes about 45 minutes. This includes around 15 minutes on the Alpendorf gondola lift, a short walk and a further ride of about 15 minutes on the Geisterberg train. The times are approximate; as operating hours can change, it is advisable to check the timetable before your excursion. When planning, it is therefore not just the destination that matters, but also the sequence of the journey.

In summer, the mountain station of the Alpendorf gondola lift is almost 1,600 metres above sea level and serves as a starting point for hikes around Gernkogel, Hirschkogel and Sonntagskogel. The lift operates seasonally, so check its operating hours in advance. Around Gernkogel in the Geisterberg area, there are more than 40 large and small play stations for children. This brings different interests together: hikes in the mountains and activities specifically aimed at children. For planning with children, this is a useful point of reference, without implying that every activity is suitable for every age.

Hiking and cycling on routes of different lengths

Alpendorf in Sankt Johann Im Pongau is part of the Salzburger Almenweg, which is 350 kilometres long in total. The “Legendary Tauern Cycle Path” runs from Sankt Johann Im Pongau to Werfen; there are numerous playgrounds, attractions and swimming pools along the route. The cross-border Alpe-Adria Cycle Route covers a different scale: it passes through Sankt Johann Im Pongau, starts in the Mozart city of Salzburg, runs through the Salzach and Gastein valleys to Carinthia, and ends in Grado, Italy.

These routes offer different ways to plan active holiday days: the Almenweg focuses on a long-distance hiking route, the Tauern Cycle Path on the route to Werfen and the destinations mentioned along the way, and the Alpe-Adria Cycle Route on a cross-border journey to Grado. You can consider whether to focus your trip on hiking, a cycling route with Werfen as the destination, or a longer tour through several regions.

More experiences to help you plan

Visitors can explore and admire around 1,000 metres of the Liechtensteinklamm gorge. The gorge can be reached from the centre of Sankt Johann Im Pongau on the free Citybus line 52. Check the bus service before travelling, as arrangements can change.

At the Alpendorf Snowpark, beginners as well as experienced freestyle skiers and snowboarders will find conditions that allow them to improve their skills quickly. The activities described therefore range from cultural and historical interests to hiking, cycling and winter sports. When looking for a holiday apartment, you can start by asking yourself which of these experiences you want to shape your holiday; this will help you choose a base that suits your preferred daily activities.

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