Places
Wald im Pinzgau — quiet mountain village at the gateway to the National Park
Wald im Pinzgau lies just a few kilometres east of Krimml and is the unhurried little brother in the valley. For those who want an authentic mountain village without the tourist bustle, with direct access to the Wildgerlos valley and the Hohe Tauern National Park.
The location is ideal if you want to be near Krimml but spend your evenings quietly on the terrace. The Königsleiten/Gerlosplatte ski area is less than ten minutes away — one of Salzburg's most snow-sure family ski regions.
Vacation rentals in Wald are often cheaper than in Krimml itself and mostly in privately run houses. A good fit for multi-generation holidays and hikers using the Wildgerlos valley as a gateway to the national park.
Wald im Pinzgau in winter is what it is in summer: a quiet mountain village — the ski action plays out higher up in Königsleiten. The ski area at 1,602 m is part of the Zillertal Arena (over 140 km of slopes reaching all the way into the Zillertal valley) and is considered one of the most snow-reliable in the Tauern thanks to its altitude.
People looking for a vacation rental in Wald in winter usually come for one of these activities: skiing in the Zillertal Arena (Königsleiten base station, 5 min by car), snowshoe hiking in the surrounding forests, ski touring off the Königsleiten pistes, or cross-country skiing on the quiet trails around the village.
Our recommendation: Wald is the right choice if you want a ski area on your doorstep but don't want to sleep in an après-ski hub. Late winter (February/March) offers longer days and stable high-pressure spells with views down into the valley.
Our recommendations for Wald im Pinzgau
Handpicked vacation rentals, sorted by travel type — checked for reviews, location and host quality. Booking is made directly with the partner.
Königsleiten — Wohnung mit Sauna in Liftnähe
2 guests · 2 bedrooms · ca. 90–160 €/Nacht
What we like
9.8 out of 10 across 54 reviews — rarely this consistent. Right at the Dorfbahn lift in Königsleiten and yet quietly situated. Perfect for couples who want sauna, ski area and quiet in one place.
Things to know
No pets. Price slightly above the regional average.
Wohnung in Wald — Edenlehengut
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · ca. 100–145 €/Nacht
What we like
Very personally run farm apartment with a genuine host-guest relationship. Ideal location: Kristallbad Wald, Krimml Waterfalls and Wildkogel each under 10 minutes' drive away.
Things to know
Electric heating (no wood stove — fireplace is decorative). Pets only with a surcharge (€12 per animal per night). €200 deposit.
Ferienwohnung am Bauernhof
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · ca. 130–200 €/Nacht
What we like
Perfect rating (10/10) on a real working farm — that's the definition of hand-picked. Hot tub and fire pit turn it into a comfort retreat for large families or groups of friends.
Things to know
Few interior photos in the preview. No sauna.
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