Location & how to get there nach Viehhofen

Viehhofen is situated in the Salzburg region, right in the heart of the Pinzgau – peaceful, surrounded by nature, yet easily accessible. That is precisely what makes this place so ideal for a break in the mountains: you arrive feeling relaxed, yet you’re close to everything that makes a holiday in the great outdoors so special.

Viehhofen’s location combines two aspects that go together perfectly: active days in nature and peaceful hours to catch your breath. Anyone arriving here quickly realises how good it feels when things aren’t complicated and your holiday can get off to an easy start.

The location of Viehhofen: 
a peaceful place to live, with plenty to do

Viehhofen is the perfect place for anyone who loves having the mountains right on their doorstep and is looking for a peaceful, homely temporary home. Instead of hustle and bustle, you’ll find a relaxed atmosphere here. Instead of the crowds, you’ll often find exactly what matters most on holiday: fresh air, clear paths, friendly encounters and time for those little moments of happiness.

Getting to Viehhofen is straightforward. The village is easily accessible and is ideal for anyone who wants to start their holiday without any detours. Even the journey here is part of the experience: the landscape opens up, the mountains draw nearer, and the hustle and bustle of everyday life gradually fades away.

Those travelling by public transport arrive in the region feeling relaxed and can easily plan the final few kilometres of their journey. For many visitors, this is a pleasant way to ensure a peaceful journey and do their bit for the environment.

What makes it particularly lovely is that the view from the window becomes increasingly mountainous as you travel, the roads grow quieter, and the holiday often begins even before you set foot in the village.

There are three railway stations in the vicinity of Viehhofen:

• Maishofen - Saalbach
• Zell am See
• Saalfelden

You can then travel to the Glemmtal valley on bus route 680.

To make your journey even more comfortable, ÖBB offers a handy luggage service. This allows you to send your luggage in advance and travel light.

Guest Mobility Ticket:

Those travelling to Viehhofen by train or bus can start their holiday in a particularly relaxed manner: the Guest Mobility Ticket is issued directly upon check-in at your accommodation or can be emailed to you in advance during a pre-check-in, and is valid throughout your stay on all public transport in the Salzburg region. This includes city and regional buses, suburban trains, regional and long-distance trains, as well as local public transport. This means your journey fits perfectly with a holiday that starts off calmly and remains flexible once you’re there – without having to keep buying new tickets.

For many guests, travelling by car is particularly pleasant. It means your holiday gets off to a flexible and relaxed start. Those who arrive in their own car remain independent once they’re here and can plan excursions, holiday days and little detours entirely at their own pace.

This is often particularly practical for families and groups. Couples enjoy the freedom to set off on a whim or simply stay wherever the day takes them. And sometimes that in itself is the first moment of happiness: arriving, getting out of the car, taking a deep breath and knowing that the holiday has begun.

(Eastern Austria, Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary): 

Vienna–Salzburg Motorway (A1), Wals-Lofer exit, border crossing into Germany, continue via Bad Reichenhall to the Steinpass border crossing, Lofer, towards Zell am See, Maishofen, Viehhofen.

or

Vienna–Salzburg West Motorway (A1) to the Salzburg junction, onto the Tauern Motorway (A10) towards Villach, Bischofshofen junction, onto the Pinzgau B311 towards Zell am See, Maishofen, Viehhofen.

(Germany): 

Take the Munich–Salzburg motorway (A8) to the Siegsdorf exit. From there, continue towards Inzell until you reach the turn-off for Lofer. You will cross the border into Austria at the Stein Pass. From Lofer, drive via Saalfelden towards Zell am See. In Maishofen, you’ll reach the turn-off into the Glemmtal valley. From there, it’s just 5 km to Viehhofen. (No vignette required!)

(from Italy, Slovenia, Croatia) 

Tauern Motorway Villach–Salzburg (A10), Bischofshofen junction, take the Pinzgau B 311 towards Zell am See, Maishofen, Viehhofen. 

or 

Tauern Motorway Villach – Salzburg (A10), after Spittal take the next exit for the Mallnitz – Böckstein car ferry, continue on the Pinzgau B 311 towards Zell am See, Maishofen, Viehhofen.

(Italy) 

Brenner Motorway (A13) towards Innsbruck, take the Innsbruck Ost exit, continue on the Inntal Motorway (A12) towards Wörgl, take the Wörgl West exit, then continue on the B178, B164 and B311 to Saalfelden, Maishofen and Viehhofen.

Vignette:

A vignette is compulsory on Austrian motorways and expressways. Vignettes with different validity periods (10 days, 2 months or 1 year) can be purchased from the motoring clubs ÖAMTC and ARBÖ, at petrol stations and newsagents (and also abroad near the border).

Digital vignette:

The vignette can also be conveniently purchased online as a digital vignette. When buying a 1-day or 10-day vignette online, immediate validity is possible. Please note the information provided.

Regardless of the vignette, an additional toll must be paid for certain tunnel crossings or mountain passes, e.g. for the Tauern and Katschberg tunnels (Tauern Motorway) or the Felbertauern Road.

For guests travelling from further afield, Viehhofen is also easily accessible by plane. The nearest airport is in Salzburg. From there, you can easily arrange onward travel – whichever option best suits your holiday plans. This means that right from the start of your journey, you’ll feel confident that Viehhofen is easily accessible and well worth the trip.

If you’re wondering: where is Viehhofen? – the simple answer is: in the Salzburg region, in Pinzgau, nestled in a landscape that beautifully combines nature, activity and relaxation.

But you only truly feel the real answer once you’re there. Then the location becomes more than just a dot on the map. Then it becomes the start of your break. A place where your holiday can begin in peace and moments of happiness find their place quite naturally.

Depending on the time of year, the journey to Viehhofen can vary slightly. In winter, it is advisable to check the weather forecast and road conditions in advance and ensure your vehicle is properly equipped for winter conditions. If travelling by train or bus during the colder months, it is also worth taking a quick look at current timetables and connections.

In summer, Viehhofen’s location is particularly pleasant for a relaxed journey to the mountains. Especially on busy travel days, it pays to allow a little extra time and start the journey at a leisurely pace. That way, your holiday begins not in a rush, but with a sense of calm.