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Holidays in Sankt Michael im Lungau: Villas and holiday apartments in Austria at Italiavillas
Located at a sunny 1,075 meters in the heart of the Salzburg Lungau region, Sankt Michael im Lungau is the ultimate Alpine crossroads. This is where traditional Austrian charm meets high-altitude adventure, all wrapped up in a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
Sankt Michael has served as an important trading center since Roman times and is strategically located between the Radstädter Tauern and the Katschberg Pass.Medieval roots: The town's historical weight is anchored by the St. Anna Church and the parish church with Gothic frescoes and centuries-old architecture.
The Samson tradition: This area is famous for the Samson Man, a giant figure carried through the streets, a tradition that dates back to the 16th century and symbolizes strength and protection.
The local cuisine is hearty, honest and comes from high-altitude farms.
Lungauer Eachtling: The region's famous mountain potato. It has a unique taste due to the sandy soil and the high altitude.
Hasenöhrl: Deep-fried pastry served with sauerkraut.
Kasnocken: Spätzle rolled with sharp local mountain cheese and topped with crispy onions.
Murauer beer: Although it technically originates from nearby Styria, it is the local favorite to wash down a heavy meal with.
Sankt Michael is a playground for all seasons.
Winter Skiing at Großeck-Speiereck, Aineck-Katschberg and Fanningberg. Outstanding cross-country skiing trails.
Summer Hiking on the "Sentiero d'Amore", mountain biking and golf on the 18-hole Lungau course.
Year-round Relaxation at the Vital- und Wellnesscenter Samsunn in nearby Mariapfarr.
The city breathes culture, especially during the harvest months.
Watch the 6-meter-tall giant dance through the streets during the summer months.
A celebration of the harvest with folk music, traditional costumes (Tracht) and craft markets.
In December, the city transforms into a fairytale landscape with romantic stalls and the scent of mulled wine.
A glimpse of history
Sankt Michael has served as an important trading center since Roman times and is strategically located between the Radstädter Tauern and the Katschberg Pass.Medieval roots: The town's historical weight is anchored by the St. Anna Church and the parish church with Gothic frescoes and centuries-old architecture.
The Samson tradition: This area is famous for the Samson Man, a giant figure carried through the streets, a tradition that dates back to the 16th century and symbolizes strength and protection.
Typical foods: A taste of Lungau
The local cuisine is hearty, honest and comes from high-altitude farms.
Lungauer Eachtling: The region's famous mountain potato. It has a unique taste due to the sandy soil and the high altitude.
Hasenöhrl: Deep-fried pastry served with sauerkraut.
Kasnocken: Spätzle rolled with sharp local mountain cheese and topped with crispy onions.
Murauer beer: Although it technically originates from nearby Styria, it is the local favorite to wash down a heavy meal with.
Nature and activities
Sankt Michael is a playground for all seasons.
Winter Skiing at Großeck-Speiereck, Aineck-Katschberg and Fanningberg. Outstanding cross-country skiing trails.
Summer Hiking on the "Sentiero d'Amore", mountain biking and golf on the 18-hole Lungau course.
Year-round Relaxation at the Vital- und Wellnesscenter Samsunn in nearby Mariapfarr.
Festivals and traditions
The city breathes culture, especially during the harvest months.
Samson parades
Watch the 6-meter-tall giant dance through the streets during the summer months.
Bauernherbst (Farmer's Autumn)
A celebration of the harvest with folk music, traditional costumes (Tracht) and craft markets.
Advent markets
In December, the city transforms into a fairytale landscape with romantic stalls and the scent of mulled wine.
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