Holidays in Itter

Peace and quiet, scenic beauty and true Tirolean hospitality – this and much more is what sets apart the small village of Itter in the Holiday Region Hohe Salve. Situated at the foot of the most beautiful panorama mountain, the Hohe Salve and its little sister - the Kleine Salve, the village convinces with rustic farms, lush meadows, fantastic mountains and great excursion destinations. The village of Itter is located exactly between two valleys, Brixental and Sölleukental, and sits on a beautiful plateau. Neighbouring municipalities include the townships of Hopfgarten, Kirchbichl, Wörgl and Söll.

So near yet so far – the little village in the Holiday Region Hohe Salve is perfect for all those looking for rest and recreation, but also want to be close to all vital infrastructure. In Itter you can unwind and take a break from the daily grind. All important facilities, such as the cable cars, the ski area, as well as shopping options and restaurants can be found in the immediate vicinity to your holiday destination.

The village of Itter has a long history dating back to the Middle Ages. Itter was an important trading town and once belonged to the Duchy of Bavaria.
Itter is also known for Itter Castle, which served as a prison during the Second World War and was the scene of a famous liberation attempt. Itter Castle was first mentioned in 1255. It was repeatedly rebuilt and extended over the centuries and served as a residence for various noble families. During the Second World War, the castle was used as a prison for prominent French prisoners of war.
On 5 May 1945, shortly before the end of the war, American troops and German resistance fighters attempted to liberate the castle. The liberation attempt was successful and the prisoners were freed without any major fighting. After the war, Itter Castle was acquired by the Austrian state. Today the castle is privately owned.

On your summer holidays in Itter you can expect ideal conditions for hiking, cycling, walking and enjoying nature. Jump into the cool water in Itter’s swimming pool, spend precious family time at the exciting "rITTERspielplatz" - Knights' Realm Playground and discover the magnificent roses along the Trail of Roses! All throughout the Holiday Region Hohe Salve you’ll find optimally maintained trails for hiking and biking. Great tip: A ride with the top modern 10ner gondolas of the Salvistabahn Itter to the adventure mountain Kleine Salve. There you will find a crystal clear reservoir with a fantastic 360° panoramic view.

In winter, the Salvistabahn in Itter provides direct access to one of the largest and most modern ski areas, the SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser - Brixental. Children and skiing beginners can try their hand at winter sports on the practice slope in Itter - directly at the Salvistabahn Itter valley station. Experienced skiers will get their money's worth on the numerous top-prepared slopes.
The cross-country skiing trails on the sunny Itter plateau are available to you free of charge. Numerous winter and snowshoe hiking trails are waiting to be discovered by you.
P.S.: The Salvistabahn has been completely renewed. The top modern 10-seater gondola lift brings even more quality directly to the SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental ski area since the winter season 2020/21.

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