Excursions in the Inn-Salzach Region
Fancy a Good-Mood Excursion? Starting point: Hotel Traumschmiede
We have the best location for good-mood excursions for everyone who wants to discover the sights in the Inn-Salzach region. You can start little or big outings from the Hotel Traumschmiede in Unterneukirchen. Check out castles, explore historical places, embark on a boat ride, wander through well-known towns, make your way to the Alps ...
The famous pilgrimage town of Altötting, the world's longest fortress and charming monastery and Christmas markets as well as many other destinations await you just a few minutes away by car in the heart of the Inn-Salzach region.
Or take a day trip to Passau, Munich, Salzburg, Berchtesgaden or Chiemsee – all of which can be reached within 40 - 90 minutes.
Tips for excursions in the Inn-Salzach Region
What will make you happy?
- Tüßling Castle (approx. 7 km away): Let yourself be enchanted by this wonderfully preserved Renaissance castle. The castle itself is not open to visit but there are many events that take place here, such as the yearly Garden Days, the romantic Christmas markets and open-air concerts.
- Pilgrimage town Altötting (approx. 9 km): The black Madonna attracts more than one million visitors per year to the "Gnaden"- Chapel, the spiritual centre of the Maria pilgrimage town. In the pilgrimage museum „Neue Schatzkammer und Wallfahrtsmuseum" you can see the world-famous Maria altar „Goldenes Rössl“ and the bridal wreath of the Austrian empress, Sissi.
- Mühldorf am Inn (approx. 15 km): Mühldorf, with its historical town square, is one of the most beautiful towns in Upper Bavaria.
- Burghausen (18 km): With the world's longest fortress (1,051 m) and the Old town, which is protected as an historical monument, Burghausen is one of the jewels of the area. The Fortress Christmas is worth a visit in winter.
- Christmas Markets in the Inn-Salzach Region, e.g. Christkindlmarkt in Altötting, Christkindlmarkt in Mühldorf am Inn, Ampfinger Advent Magic, Forest Christmas at the forest theater in Halsbach, Fortress Christmas in Burghausen, Christmas Market at the Tüßling Castle.
- Monastery Markets in Bavaria, e.g. in Altötting and at the Raitenhaslach Monastery in Burghausen.
- Animal park "Wildfreizeitpark Oberreith" (approx. 28 km) with indigenous animals, huge play grounds, an astronomical observatory, Flying Fox adventure and 60 stations in the rope course in Oberreith.
- Racing pleasure at the outdoor go-cart track in Ampfingen (approx. 32 km) and at the indoor go-cart track in Marktl am Inn (approx. 26 km).
- Chiemsee and the Herrenchiemsee Castle (approx. 35 km): Modelled after the castle of Versailles, the Herrenchiemsee castle on the Herrenchiemsee Island is furnished with state rooms and a legendary mirror hall. One of the top excursion destinations in Upper Bavaria.
- Salzburg (approx. 65 km): Stroll through the narrow lanes of the Mozart city, enjoy the beautiful view of the town and the mountains from the Hohensalzburg Fortress, admire the Hellbrunn Castle and its fountains. The old town of Salzburg is a Unesco World Heritage Site.
- Berchtesgaden (approx. 87 km): The Bavarian Forest and the Berchtesgaden National Park offer unspoilt nature and idyllic landscapes. And the salt mine is a fascinating underground experience.
- Passau (approx. 92 km): 3 Rivers and a baroque old town add to the charm of this city. The fortress Vest Oberhaus, Stephan's Cathedral and the 3 river corner are just a few of the sights.
- Munich (approx. 100 km): Stroll through the Viktualien Market, drink a coffee in the English Garden, visit the Frauen Church - the city's landmark - climb the tower of the Peters Church from where you can enjoy the Glockenspiel of the Town Hall.
- Alpen & Alpine foothills: e.g. ride the cable car from Marquartstein (approx. 56 km) in the Chiemsee Alpine country, and capture the impressive view of the Alps while hiking.
Ask us about further day trips in Bavaria or Austria or excursions in the Inn-Salzach Region.