Together with the Carinthian Nockberge mountains, the Salzburg Lungau region was awarded the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve status in 2012, making it the largest of its kind in Austria. This honor stands for a unique natural region, unadulterated quality of life, the preservation of singular traditions and regional culture.
UNESCO biosphere reserves are large protected areas that represent globally important and unique natural and cultural landscapes. They are living, working, and economic spaces and label particularly valuable habitats in terms of their natural values, but also in terms of the local population and culture.
The aim of a UNESCO biosphere reserve is to ensure the preservation of biodiversity and regional cultural values and to promote the development of the region in an exemplary manner together with the local population.
The UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Salzburg Lungau Region and Carinthian Nockberge invites you to relax, unwind, linger, and experience: The almost untouched nature not only brings the opportunity to slow down in a peaceful surrounding, it also offers a great choice of vacation moments. Local and certified biosphere park nature and landscape guides, known as "Biosphere Park Fexn", will make the real treasures of the Salzburg Lungau region accessible for you – on special biosphere park hikes!
The UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Salzburg Lungau Region and Carinthian Nockberge invites you to relax, unwind, linger, and experience: The almost untouched nature not only brings the opportunity to slow down in a peaceful surrounding, it also offers a great choice of vacation moments. Local and certified biosphere park nature and landscape guides, known as "Biosphere Park Fexn", will make the real treasures of the Salzburg Lungau region accessible for you – on special biosphere park hikes!
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