Altenmarkt im Pongau, a region in Austria's SalzburgerLand, offers diverse terrain for outdoor activities. Situated in the wide Ennstal and surrounded by the Radstädter Tauern and Northern Limestone Alps, the area features rolling hills, green meadows, and majestic mountains. Elevations range from Altenmarkt at 842 meters to Zauchensee at 1,350 meters, providing varied landscapes suitable for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, gravel biking, touring cycling, and more. Prominent peaks such as Grießenkareck and Rossbrand contribute to the region's appeal…
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4.9
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604
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5.87km
03:11
380m
370m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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562
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3.75km
01:32
100m
100m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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277
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11.8km
03:28
530m
20m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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171
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5.16km
02:02
240m
230m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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415
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38.5km
03:49
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1,050m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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454
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23.3km
02:11
540m
540m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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440
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23.3km
02:40
550m
550m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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71.5km
07:03
1,710m
1,710m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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3.9
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43
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50.6km
03:43
470m
470m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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72
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38.2km
03:15
760m
760m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.7
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51
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46.4km
03:21
550m
550m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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43
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45.9km
03:07
290m
290m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
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760
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61.7km
03:21
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1,070m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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187
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32.2km
01:42
560m
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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73.5km
04:36
1,560m
1,560m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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riders
36.0km
02:03
740m
740m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.8
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503
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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356
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51.3km
05:04
1,440m
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.8
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255
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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213
riders
42.2km
03:57
1,100m
1,100m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.3
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127
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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102
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

36
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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85
hikers
12.1km
06:15
1,070m
1,070m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
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70
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8.40km
04:24
730m
730m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
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22
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12.7km
06:00
970m
970m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

9
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13.2km
05:46
840m
830m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Altenmarkt im Pongau offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, and Touring cycling. The region provides a network of more than 300 routes across these sports. It is recognized as a certified hiking village and a cycling region.
Altenmarkt im Pongau is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 30,000 visitors having shared their experiences. Routes in the area have an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 stars. There are 330 routes available across various sports.
Altenmarkt im Pongau offers a diverse range of hiking trails, from leisurely walks to challenging mountain ascents. The region features 220 km of marked hiking routes, including themed trails like the Farmer's Rules Trail. More information is available in the Hiking around Altenmarkt im Pongau guide.
Yes, prominent summits like Grießenkareck, Rossbrand, and Gasselhöhe offer challenging climbs and panoramic views. From these peaks, views extend across the Pongau mountain world, and sometimes as far as the Dachstein massif, Watzmann, and Großglockner. The Mountain Hikes around Altenmarkt im Pongau guide provides specific routes.
Altenmarkt im Pongau is considered a cycling region, offering 23 marked mountain bike routes, gravel paths, and touring routes. Long-distance cycle paths like the Enns Cycle Path and the Tauern Cycle Trail are accessible. Guides such as MTB Trails around Altenmarkt im Pongau and Gravel biking around Altenmarkt im Pongau detail specific options.
Yes, the region provides routes suitable for all skill levels, including leisurely family outings. The Zauchbach Valley offers serene environments away from traffic, and the interactive Moon Trail around Zauchensee is also an option. The wide Ennstal provides gentler terrain suitable for less strenuous activities.
Notable natural features include the alpine lake Zauchensee, which serves as a starting point for trails. The Zauchbach Valley features impressive woodland flora. Prominent mountain peaks like Grießenkareck and Rossbrand offer significant elevation and views.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Altenmarkt im Pongau covering various sports. These include Hiking around Altenmarkt im Pongau, MTB Trails around Altenmarkt im Pongau, and Gravel biking around Altenmarkt im Pongau. Guides for touring cycling, road cycling, and running are also available.
Altenmarkt im Pongau is situated at an elevation of 842 meters (2,762 feet). The nearby Zauchensee is located at 1,350 meters (4,429 feet). This elevation difference provides a wide range of trails and routes catering to various skill levels.
The area provides amenities such as cable car access for hikers, for example, the Gamskogelbahn I. Free public transportation is available with a Guest Mobility Ticket. Numerous alpine huts and mountain inns offer refreshments along the trails.
The official website for Altenmarkt im Pongau is www.altenmarkt.at. This resource provides additional information about the region, local events, and tourist services.

