- Further information about “Prangstangen “
- Weitere Information about Tamsweg
Prangstangen
Prangstangen – Pageantry and beauty
The “Prangstangen” from Zederhaus and Muhr belong to the most important customs of the Salzburger Lungau. The wooden poles, which are over 8 meter long and weight ca. 80 kg are decorated with flowers and are carried through the township during a festive and religious procession. The gathering of the flowers and the binding of them starts months before. These showpieces are carried in the course of a memorial about the plague of locusts. These event is celebrated every year in june on the birthday of John the Baptist, who is the patron saint of the church in Zederhaus.
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.
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
“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.
Dates, events and further information:
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.
Further information:
Biosphere reserve Lungau
Leave small footsteps
The UNESCO biosphere reserve in the Salzburger Lungau and the Carinthia Nockmountains is austrias youngest UNESCO biosphere reserve. It exists since July 2012 and he extends over 2 austrian federal states. The appreciation belongs an alp-landscape with peaks up to 3000 m, which are typical for the Austrian Central Alps. In the 1500 km² big area the natural landscapes alternate with the human-created landscapes. The area has 33.500 inhabitants today. The tourism is the most important economic factor, but not nearly the only. Agriculture and forestry play an important part too.
Further information: biosphere reserve regional association | biosphere reserve society
Mariapfarrer “Dampferl”
Go on a cruise with the “Dampferl”
Two times per week the “Mariapfarrer Dampferl” starts at the tourism association Mariapfarr. During a trip into the Blue a stopover is made at a restaurant. Here you can enjoy regionally gastronomic specialities, while the children have fun at the playground. Extra tours are possible from up to 4 persons. Registrations are made at the tourism association Mariapfarr.
The “Mariapfarrer Dampferl” offers much fun for all.
Further information: Tourism association Mariapfarr
Natural reserve Riedingtal
Outdoor-fun in the natural reserve
The natural reserve Riedingtal is located in the municipal district Zederhaus, which is just a few minutes by car from Mariapfarr. The highest elevation is on 2711 m above sea level. Directly at the entrance You can see the lake “Schlier” and the 2.266 m high Rieding-peak. An infozone, an observation deck, a themed path – the natural reserve offers hiking for all different levels of difficulty. Widely and well secured valley-hikes are an experience for the whole family. Highalpine steep paths increase the adrenaline supply and encourage to new adventures. Numerous lush meadows and comfortably cottages invite You to rest and to eat some regionallygastronomic specialities.
Further information: Natural reserve Riedingtal
Nockalm-street
Asphalt-cruising with the car, motorbike or racing cycle
The nearly 35 km long street leads in 52 sharp bends through the unique european natural reserve with the biggest stock of firs and arolla pines of the East Alps. Motorcyclists and cabrio-lovers love the distinctive appearance – the round “nocks”, which are unique in the whole Alps. Along the slope You can find many hiking paths, information zones and playgrounds for children too.
Further information: Nockalm-street
