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Tamsweg
Market town Tamsweg
Tamsweg is the main place of the Lungau and is just 7 km away from Mariapfarr . The pilgrimage church St. Leonhard and the weekly Tamsweger farmer’s market, are just two of the special sights, which make a trip to the lovely place worthwhile. Traditional customs and atmospheric parties take place in every season. The romantical christmas market, the farmer’s autumn, churchly traditions and cultural events – this all takes place in Tamsweg and should be on Your list during a holiday in the Lungau. We are looking forward to see You there.
Mariapfarr
Mariapfarr, Silent Night, pilgrimage place and sunniest place of austria
The pilgrimage place Mariapfarr is not only the sunniest place of austria, also the early- and mother church of the Lungau (Main place is Tamsweg). The gothically frescoes in the sanctuary and the romantic atmosphere are to lionize.die gotischen Fresken im Altarraum und die romantische Atmosphäre, nicht nur zur Weihnachtszeit.
Especially in the advent You can feel the reflective mood in the whole corporation. Visit the christmas market and get part of the special atmosphere. The pilgrimage- church- and silent-night-museum is worth a visit too. The lovely designed Christmas crib is a must see in every year.
Genussregion Lungau
The Lungau is “Genussregion Lungau”
Since the year 2005 the region Lungau bears the title Genussregion Lungau, which means as much as enjoyment region Lungau. Known, loved and awarded through the typical “Eachtling” half of the potatoe-cropland of Salzburg is located in the Lungaue. This especially resistant potatoes enrich the culture of the Lungau not alone in culinaric view. The Lungauer potatoe farmers have specialized in the production of prime potatoes. These natural products stand out due to special force and resistance. Enjoy these special treats in all regionally dishes of the Salzburger Langou. Within the scope of the farmer’s autumn it’s possible to pick Your own potatoes directly at the farmland.
Fanningerwirt
Eating, chatting , celebrating
Friendly, nice, courteous, cheerful, just jivey
It doesn’t matter if you gather in the Swiss pine – room or in the public room, Your palate will thank You. A sunny and lightly atmosphere waits for you at the Fanningerwirt. There’s enough space for groups up to 30 persons. Hospitality belongs to Fanningerwirt’s customs – it exists since the year 1895. After eating you can let your evening fade away in the Hard Rock Cafe.
Samson
The giants from the Lungau
The Samson – the biblical heroic figure is the landmark of the Salzburger Lungau. The “Samson” is a 6.5 meter big and ca. 85kg heavy figure, which is hollow in the inside, so it can be balanced, carried and presented by a strong bachelor. Since it’s historical meaning and locally importance of the figures (10 of 12 are located in the Lungau), the figures are presented at many feast days through the year. A play You shouldn’t miss out in your holidays.
Further information about the Samson and Lungauer customs
“Almabtrieb”
The animals have to come home
The ceremonial driving down of cattle from the mountain patures into valley in autumn is a very special custom and a yearly recurring necessity. It’s the coming back of the cattle (cows, sheeps and goats) from the alpine pastures in the autumn back to the stable before the winter is coming. The time to come back for the cattle depends on region and weather conditions. In the Lungau this all usually happens around the 24th of September. It’s a type of thanksgiving of the farmers, in which the cattle is gratefully decorated with flowers.
Further information: Lungauer folk culture
Night skiing
Skiing in the night
Just on some weekdays – this varyies from skiing area to skiing area – one can participate at night skiing. It is a very unique experience to have the in nightlight involved piste nearly for You alone. Nothing is noisy, one can just hear the snow under the own skis and the environment feels peacefully and mystically. Don’t miss this special experince and use the opportunity to go skiing in the night. Much fun at this special skiing-experience.
“Bauernherbst”
The farmer’s highlight in the Lungau
When the Lungauer nature presents itself from the end of august until early october in superb autumn colors, Farmer’s autumn has started. At the Bauernherbst”, traditional celebrations are held, products of the region will be offered on special markets and custom has to come alive for our guests. Be part of a traditional Samson parade or try one of the typical dishes of the Lungau.
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Climbing parc + High ropes
Thrill and und high-wire act
In between Mariapfarr and Weißpriach at the “Nessi pond”, the popular outdoor park Lungau is located.
The adventure at the outdoor parc starts with the stairway to heaven, team parkour, climbing walls, boulder rocks, pamper pole, flying fox and plenty of fun in the water.
The own creativity knows no limit and different levels of difficulty let you proof your talent. Test of courage and team building belong there as fun and self-assessment.
The high rope course Katschberg in St. Michael guides over plenty platforms and over the treetops of the Katschberger forest. Here You will find fun and action at the different tasks.
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Ski trip
Draw steps in the snow
If You are looking for untouched nature, away from the prepared pistes, You have to take a skiing trip. The exhausting rise at mountain- or peak- trips will be rewarded, by gorgeous skiing through the deep powder snow. Perfect conditions and trips with different coefficients of difficulty will be found by friends of ski trips in the Lungau. Beginners or advanced get their money’s worth. You can start the adventure alone or together with a guide who can show You the most beautiful and most impressive tours. Inform about actual tours, avalanches and about special ski trip events.
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