How To Get Around In Saalbach-Hinterglemm
Ski Buses
Using the ski buses is a quick and very handy way of getting around the Saalbach Hinterglemm valley. For those with a valid ski pass, the buses are free; they also run at regular intervals all day. Passengers are free to start and stop at any of the 15 approved stops along the route, which spans the main ski areas and towns. With less frequency, the buses run from the periphery of Hinterglemm to the Schattberg express in Saalbach, then stretch their path to Viehhofen.
Please be advised that Hinterglemm is not directly accessible from any bus route. On the other hand, you have to travel a little bit along the road to reach bus stop 15. For ski buses climbing the valley from Saalbach, this stop serves as their last stop and point of reversal.
For people who want to tour several ski slopes without having to personally drive or locate parking for their vehicles, the ski buses offer a practical substitute. If you want to visit another town for some après-ski entertainment or if you want to return to your accommodation following a demanding day of skiing, they are also handy.
Hiking and Biking Trail
Should your inclination be for a more environmentally friendly and physically active form of mobility, you can take advantage of the long hiking and bike trail running across Glemm Valley, starting from Lengau and ending at Maishofen. People of all fitness levels and degrees of experience should find this trail appropriate. It also offers amazing perspective of the valley and mountains. One can choose to rent an e-bike or mountain bike from the several rental companies in the area, or alternatively traverse the trail on walking or cycling. Running beside the Saalach river, the trail is obviously marked and kept in good condition.
The hiking and bike path presents a great chance for one to really connect with the surroundings and inhale the energizing air. It also offers opportunity to discover the charming towns scattered along the path. Valid ticket holders of bikers and hikers can also combine the trail with the free cable cars and lifts.
Parking
Should you intend to drive to Saalbach Hinterglemm, you will have to find a good place for parking your car. Geographic location and time of year will affect the availability and cost of parking.
The valley stations have lots of free open-air parking spaces accessible throughout the day during the gondola running hours. These include:
- Schönleitenbahn
- Schattberg X-press
- 12er KOGEL Bahn
- Zwölfer-Nordbahn
- 12er Express
- west summit cable car
- Hochalmbahn
Those with a valid ski ticket will have free parking at the designated garages from 08:00 to 18:00 h. Please make sure you get validation for your ticket at the cash desk during either Kohlmaisbahn’s or Schattberg X-press operation times in Saalbach. One needs a validated ticket to avoid paying fees when leaving the garage.
- Parkgarage Schattberg X-press (70 spaces)
- Parking garage Kohlmaisbahn (100 spaces)
Should you need overnight or extra parking for your car, you can make use of the paid parking lot with rates depending on hourly, daily, or weekly interval. Every parking facility will obviously show the highest parking duration. Included below are:
- Parking garage Reiterkogel
- Parking garage Schattberg X-press
- Parking garage Kohlmaisbahn
There are several parking spots in the town center of Saalbach, along the L111 road, and in Hinterglemm along the village street that call for payment or the use of a parking disk for less periods. See the tourist office or visit Saalbach Hinterglemm’s official website for further information on the parking zones and their related rates.
