Forest and Family Trail in Thierbach
Summer A short, quiet circular walk in the highest village of the Wildschönau
Culture in the Wildschönau and surroundings · Summer
Village stroll in Hopfgarten
A market village at the foot of the Hohe Salve
Hopfgarten im Brixental is a market village at the foot of the Hohe Salve, with narrow, partly cobbled lanes in the old centre. It is a pleasant corner of the Brixental for a short walk past houses, church and small shops, without the bustle of a large ski resort.
A village trail runs from the valley past farmhouses and huts to the mountain village of Kelchsau, a quiet side valley. The Bauernladl sells regional products such as bacon, cheese, alpine butter, jam, honey and handicrafts, and is open on Fridays. In summer the lifts run to the summit of the Hohe Salve (about 1,830 m), and there is the Salvenaland, a leisure park with a bathing lake and mini golf. Check current times with the tourist office beforehand.
Place: Hopfgarten im Brixental
- AgeAll ages
- DurationApprox. 1 to 1.5 hours
- CostFree
- DistanceApprox. 25 min by car
- SeasonAll year
- LocationHopfgarten im Brixental
Tips
- Check with the tourist office for the Bauernladl's current opening hours.
- Combine the stroll with a hike or lift up the Hohe Salve.
- Bring some cash for small local shops.
- Avoid the lunchtime closing of shops.
Practical
Hopfgarten is roughly 25 minutes by car from Niederau, via the valley road and the B170 through the Brixental. Parking is available in the centre.
Always check times, prices and opening dates with the provider beforehand; they can change.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Bauernladl?
A shop in Hopfgarten selling regional products from local farmers; it is open on Fridays, so ask for current times.
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Stay in Niederau Partner
Hotel Wastlhof, partner of Niederau.nl, is a family-run hotel with an indoor and an outdoor pool, wellness and its own riding stables, right in the village. For more places to stay and information you can also contact the Wildschönau tourist office.
To Hotel Wastlhof · Wildschönau tourist office · More about staying in Niederau