Getting There & Accommodation
Here’s how to get to the event
Maria Alm is easily accessible via the B164 Hochkönig Road.From Salzburg, Munich, or Vienna, follow the Tauern Autobahn (A10) or West Autobahn (A1), then continue on the B311.
Parking is available in the village – please follow local signs and event instructions.
The nearest train station is Saalfelden, about 6 km away. From there, regional bus lines run frequently to Maria Alm.
Public transport is also available from Zell am See, Bischofshofen, or Salzburg – making travel to the event area simple and stress-free.
The closest airport is Salzburg Airport (SZG) – approx. 85 km away.
From there, you can reach Maria Alm via shuttle service, rental car, or public transportation.
Parking on Site: Maria Alm & Dienten
To ensure a stress-free arrival on race day, there are several parking options available for you in both Maria Alm and Dienten.
- Maria Alm: You'll find several designated parking lots marked with a "P" here. If you're arriving from the direction of Saalfelden , you will spot the first parking spaces right away. Additional parking is spread along Hochkönigstraße towards the Urchen area. From all of these lots, it's just a short, easy walk to the event area.
- Dienten (VERTICAL RACE): Dienten also features a large, central parking lot. It is easily accessible right in the village, conveniently close to the 10-person Gabühel gondola (10er-Kabinenbahn Gabühel).
To save time searching on event day and to help you head straight to your spot, it's best to check out our overview map beforehand:
Where to Stay – Accommodation in the Hochkönig Region
Want to arrive relaxed, sleep well, and hit the trail fully recharged?
No problem – the Hochkönig region offers a wide range of accommodation options:
- Holiday apartments
- hotels
- guesthouses & alpine huts
Unser Tipp: Book early!
Accommodations fill up quickly on event weekends.