Mühlbach am Hochkönig

The small settlement of Mühlbach am Hochkönig is located in Salzburg, Austria, district of St. Johann im Pongau. It has a population of about 1,500 and an area of ​​51.51 square kilometres. It is located 860 meters above sea level at the base of Mount Hochkönig, part of the Berchtesgaden Alps. It is spectacularly set on the bizarre rock formations of the Berchtesgaden Mountains. Mandlwände, which surrounds the city.

Located at the base of the Hochkönig Mountain Range, Mühlbach am Hochkönig offers beautiful surroundings for guests to enjoy. Since the village is connected to the Ski Amadé network, one of the largest ski resorts in Europe, winter sports enthusiasts find it a favorite location. However, Mühlbach am Hochkönig offers a wide range of summer activities for guests to enjoy as well as serving as a winter getaway.

One of the most notable characteristics of Mühlbach am Hochkönig is its diverse past and culture. The settlement was formerly a mining town producing gold, copper and silver. Visitors can currently tour quarries, museums and ancient monuments to learn about the history of the village and its people. The Mining Museum is highly sought after and provides access to a collection of mining-related tools, models and displays. The medieval Church of St John the Baptist in the village is famous for its Romanesque architecture and dates back to the 12th century.

The main source of income in Mühlbach am Hochkönig is tourism. The community offers its guests a wide range of facilities and services. To suit a wide range of tastes and budgets, there are several types of accommodation including hotels, guest houses, apartments, chalets, farms and camps. With Salzburg Airport being the closest airport, the community is well served by road and train from all over the region and country.

Due to its extremely cold winters, Mühlbach am Hochkönig is an ideal place for skiing and snowboarding. Typically, the ski season runs from December to April. On the other hand, the bright and mild summers in Mühlbach am Hochkönig provide opportunities for swimming, cycling, hiking, golf and fishing. The village has a continental climate. The average temperature in January reaches -3°C, and in July it reaches 18°C.

The town of Mühlbach am Hochkönig is home to more than 1,600 people, most of them Austrians. The city is known for its friendliness, customs and love of the mountains. Mühlbach am Hochkönig consists of several districts and settlements, each with its own attraction and character. Visitors can find the town hall, tourist office, church, shops, restaurants and bars in Mühlbach, the main area. Additional areas offering unique events and attractions are Mandlwand, Dienten and Hinterthal.

With the main industries being accommodation, transportation, skiing and hiking/cycling, the economy of Mühlbach am Hochkönie is mainly based on tourism. To meet the needs of its guests, the community offers a wide range of services and amenities including health centers, restaurants, entertainment venues, and ski and bike rental companies.