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Hohe Salve from Hopfgarten
Panorama peak with a pilgrimage chapel above the Brixental
The Hohe Salve (1,829 m) is known as one of Tyrol's best viewpoints. From Hopfgarten im Brixental the Salvenbahn lifts you up, and you reach the summit in a short time. The view stretches across the Kitzbühel Alps and the Wilder Kaiser and, in clear weather, as far as the glaciated peaks of the Hohe Tauern.
The Salvenkirchlein on the summit is a pilgrimage chapel dating from 1777, described as the highest-situated pilgrimage church in Austria. There are mountain huts and walking trails of various lengths, so the trip suits families who simply want to enjoy the views as well as those who want a half-day hike. You can also walk up from the valley.
Place: Hopfgarten im Brixental
- AgeAll ages
- DurationHalf a day
- CostPrices vary; check in advance
- DistanceAbout 25 min by car
- SeasonSummer (approx. May to October)
- LocationHopfgarten im Brixental
Tips
- Go in the morning if you can; visibility is often best then.
- Take a jacket; it is noticeably cooler at the top than in the valley.
- Check the weather forecast and the Salvenbahn's operating times first.
- Wear sturdy shoes if you plan to walk the trails.
Practical
Hopfgarten is about 25 minutes by car from Niederau, via Wörgl and the Brixental. Parking is available at the valley station. The lift runs in summer, generally from mid-May to late October (2026: 14 May to 26 October).
Always check times, prices and opening dates with the provider beforehand; they can change.
Frequently asked questions
How high is the Hohe Salve and what is on the summit?
The summit is at 1,829 m. The Salvenkirchlein, a pilgrimage chapel from 1777, stands there.
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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.
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