Summary

Long ago Europe was full of numerous pilgrimage trails, used by a great number of people for walking to pilgrimage centres. With the evolution of modern transport, these trails mostly died off; however, numerous stories remained about the places and points of interest, where the pilgrims, worshippers of various saints, went.

From boundary mark to boundary mark through the foothills of the Alps you walk along Salzburg’s Jacob’s Trail, Rupert’s Winkl and past high mountains into the Alps. The former clerical state of Salzburg always welcomed pilgrims and treated them very well. Interesting ecclesiastical sites, charming countryside and impressive walks contribute to a relaxing and reviving walking tour.

Characteristics

The walking tours are easy with to longer distances. These can be shortened by coach, if requested. Mainly asphalted roads, forest lanes and mountain trails. You walk in the valleys therefore only little gradients.