Discover Hof bei Salzburg

Hof bei Salzburg is a destination for anyone looking to combine culture, landscapes, and special excursions. The history of the area, presented at the Ploetzhof Museum, spans from Roman times to the artificial island in Lake Fuschl. Other highlights include the 500-year-old Rauchhaus Mühlgrub, paths through the natural landscape, and a trip in an electrically powered wooden boat. When choosing a holiday apartment or holiday home, it is therefore worth deciding what kind of holiday rhythm you prefer: Should the trip focus primarily on insights into cultural history, place greater emphasis on hiking, or also include a boat trip?

Cultural History Around Ploetzhof

The Ploetzhof Museum explores the history and development of Hof bei Salzburg from Roman times to the artificial island in Lake Fuschl. This gives visitors a broad perspective on the development of the area and its surroundings. Those who enjoy learning about the region’s past while on holiday can plan their visit to the museum as a dedicated cultural highlight.

Another special feature can be found near Ploetzhof: in 2024, a bridge was installed over the Baderbach. It connects the old prison with the Baderbach Mill and allows visitors to explore Ploetzhof, the mill, and the waterfall during a walk. The combination of the historic site, mill, and waterfall makes this walk an opportunity to bring together several different impressions in a single excursion.

Rauchhaus Mühlgrub is a 500-year-old cultural landmark. Together with Ploetzhof, it provides a cultural introduction to Hof bei Salzburg that is not limited to a single exhibition. Families can take different interests into account: while some travelers prefer historic buildings and local history, others seek a change between sightseeing and active pursuits.

The Osterhorn Group and Paths Through the Landscape

The impressive peaks and gentle alpine meadows of the Osterhorn Group form the scenic setting of Hof bei Salzburg. This combination of distinctive mountains and open meadows shapes the character of the destination. Those who enjoy spending time outdoors on holiday will find a summary of the most beautiful and interesting hiking trails through the natural landscape of Hof bei Salzburg in the “Hofspur” hiking guide.

The Vogelspur (92) can also be included in your plans. It starts and ends in Hof bei Salzburg. The specific choice of trail should suit your preferred daily schedule and the interests of your travel group.

By Wooden Boat to Lake Fuschl

An electrically powered wooden boat travels from Fuschl am See to the Schlossfischerei in Hof bei Salzburg and back. This trip complements the cultural and scenic impressions with a special perspective from the water. You can treat the excursion as a standalone activity or combine it with other discoveries in Hof bei Salzburg, without structuring your entire holiday around a single activity.

The Right Accommodation for Your Travel Plans

When looking for accommodation in Hof bei Salzburg, the desired mix of history, walks, hiking trails, and experiences on the water should be the main focus. A holiday apartment or holiday home provides a base from which you can structure your days according to your family’s interests. If you are planning several visits focused on cultural history, the Ploetzhof Museum and Rauchhaus Mühlgrub should take center stage. For a more nature-oriented stay, the landscape of the Osterhorn Group, the trails from the “Hofspur,” and the Vogelspur (92) are important points of reference. Those looking for a special excursion idea can consider the wooden boat trip between Fuschl am See and the Schlossfischerei.

For further destinations to help with orientation, see: Nußdorf am Haunsberg, Feichten, Plainfeld, Neumarkt am Wallersee, Niederalm, Straßwalchen, Obertrum am See, Ebenau.

For the higher-level travel overview: Salzburg-Flachgau.