St. Johann im Pongau
Top attractions
The most important sights in St. Johann im Pongau are the parish church of St. Johann with its Gothic architecture, Goldegg Castle with its museum and views, the Pongau Museum of regional history, the popular Alpendorf ski area for winter and summer sports and the impressive Liechtensteinklamm, a spectacular gorge with waterfalls. In summer, the Geisterberg family adventure mountain fascinates visitors with entertaining adventure stations.
Culture & events
St. Johann im Pongau hosts a variety of cultural and other events, including concerts and theatre performances in the parish church of St. Johann, the Liechtensteinklamm Festival and the traditional Pongau Festival with music and culinary delights. There are also regular winter and summer events such as ski races and hikes in the Alpendorf ski area. These events combine tradition, music and nature.
Culinary specialities
In St. Johann im Pongau you can enjoy Alpine specialities such as Kasnocken, bacon and sausages. Sweet delicacies such as curd cheese strudel and Kaiserschmarrn pancakes also play an important role. Regional beers and juices are served to round off the culinary diversity of the region.