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Summit Kleine Salve

Hiker's paradise

The Kleine Salve with its summit at 1565 m above sea level is considered to be a well-developed local recreation destination with incredible views: Even the ride on the panoramic gondola from the valley station in Itter to the summit of the Kleine Salve gives me wonderful views of the Wilder Kaiser and the surrounding valleys. Once on the mountain, I can enjoy the 360° panoramic view from the large round seat: The nearby Brixental Valley and wide Inn Valley as well as the imposing Wilder Kaiser and its big sister, Hohe Salve, next door, invite you to enjoy newfound views.

Directly below the summit of the Kleine Salve is a crystal-clear mountain lake, which serves as a place of rest and relaxation and invites me to enjoy many hours of sunshine in the open air. The Kleine Salve is the ideal starting point for leisurely hikes in all directions: For all summiteers, we recommend scaling the most beautiful panoramic mountain in Tyrol, the Hohe Salve, which can be reached from the mountain station of the new gondola lift in around 1 1/4 hours. Easy hikes offer a variety of opportunities to stop off at cozy huts. The Kleine Salve is also a convenient starting point for the high-altitude circular trail around the Hohe Salve, which takes around two hours.

How do I get to the Kleine Salve?

  • ITTER: Salvistabahn to the top OR to the middle station/ KRAFTalm OR on foot from the village of Itter via the Schwerzerweg to the KRAFTalm and from there on to the Kleine Salve OR on foot from the valley station of the Salvistabahn up to the Kleine Salve
  • HOPFGARTEN: Salvenbahn 1+2 (to the top and from there downhill to the Kleine Salve) OR with the Salvenbahn 1 to the middle station and from here on foot to the Kleine Salve OR on foot from the village of Hopfgarten via the Außersalvenberg
  • SÖLL: Hexenwasser and Hohe Salve gondola lift to the summit of the Hohe Salve and from there downhill to the Kleine Salve

Rain on the Kleine Salve

Protected from the wind and weather, I take the Salvista cable car up to the Kleine Salve. Once there, I might catch a glimpse of its big sister, the Hohe Salve. From the Kleine Salve, I take a leisurely hike along a wide, sheltered forest path to the middle station of the Salvistabahn, where I stop off at the KRAFTalm and watch the clouds and raindrops from behind the window.
After a visit to the Kraftalm chapel, take the gondola back down to the valley.

Events on the Kleine Salve

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Family Day on the Kleine Salve
So., 11.10.2026
Itter
10:00 o'clock
At the Family Day on the Kleine Salve, a varied programme of children’s activities awaits you at various stations. On Sunday, you’ll receive a 50 per cent discount on a day ticket for the mountain railways in Hopfgarten and Itter. The discount applies to the Salvistabahn and the Salvenbahnen.At the end of the day, a little surprise awaits you at the valley stations of the mountain railways in Itter and Hopfgarten. Alpengasthof Rigi in Hopfgarten
  • Alpaca walk: 10.30 am – 12.30 pm and 1.30 pm – 3.00 pm
  • Clown duo: 11.00 – 15.00
Kleine Salve Reservoir (Salvistabahn mountain station)
  • World of Ninjas: 10.00 – 15.00 | Dive into the world of ninjas! A fun obstacle course, an exciting treasure hunt and a creative sword-making workshop await you. The Söll Taekwondo Club will also be showing the children some cool ninja moves and tricks. 🥷⚔️
  • Sweet stall: 10.00 – 15.00
KRAFTalm in Itter (Salvistabahn middle station)
  • Magic show: at 12:00, 1.30 pm and 3.00 pm
  • Face painting for children: 10.00 am – 3.00 pm
Cafe Salvista Stadl in Itter (Salvistabahn valley station)
  • Emergency services adventure with the Itter Volunteer Fire Brigade and the Red Cross: 10.00 am – 4.00 pm | Take a look at the emergency vehicles and equipment and find out how the volunteers are there to help others when called upon. An exciting experience for little emergency services fans! 🚨
  • Puppet theatre: 12.30, 14:00 and 15:30
  • “Salvista-Garten” playground
Emergency services adventure with the Itter Volunteer Fire Brigade and the Red Cross: 10.00 – 16.00 | Take a look at the emergency vehicles and equipment and find out how the volunteers are there for others when called upon. An exciting experience for young fans of the emergency services! 🚨 Puppet theatre: 12.30 pm, 2.00 pm and 3.30 pm “Salvista-Garten” playground
A person is sitting in a lotus position and meditating in a modern room with large windows. In the background, majestic mountains and a serene landscape can be seen.
Yoga at the KRAFTalm - summer
Di., 27.10.2026
KRAFTalm, Itter
09:00 o'clock
Yoga is much more than just physical exercises on the mat - it is everything we do consciously. No matter the age or fitness level. Each yoga session is different but always involves a lot of sensing, breathing exercises, and simple asanas. The focus is on the needs of the participants. The stunning view of the surrounding mountain world is an added bonus! Everyone aged 12 and over can join. Meeting point: Reception Almhotel KRAFTalm, Barmerberg 24, 6305 Itter Note: the access road to the hotel is only possible with the Salvistabahn, NO car traffic allowed! Registration: until the day before at 4:00 p.m. online or at the information offices of the Hohe Salve region Equipment: comfortable sports clothing (yoga mats will be provided) Cost with Kitzbüheler Alpen guest card: € 10.00 per person (excl. gondola ride up/down) Cost without Kitzbüheler Alpen guest card: € 20.00 per person (excl. gondola ride up/down) Duration: approx. 1.5 hours (incl. gondola ride up/down, round trip to the yoga spot, 1 hr. yoga) Participants: min. 1 to max. 10 Note: suitable for beginners
Family Day on the Kleine Salve
So., 11.10.2026
Itter
10:00 o'clock
At the Family Day on the Kleine Salve, a varied programme of children’s activities awaits you at various stations. On Sunday, you’ll receive a 50 per cent discount on a day ticket for the mountain railways in Hopfgarten and Itter. The discount applies to the Salvistabahn and the Salvenbahnen.At the end of the day, a little surprise awaits you at the valley stations of the mountain railways in Itter and Hopfgarten. Alpengasthof Rigi in Hopfgarten
  • Alpaca walk: 10.30 am – 12.30 pm and 1.30 pm – 3.00 pm
  • Clown duo: 11.00 – 15.00
Kleine Salve Reservoir (Salvistabahn mountain station)
  • World of Ninjas: 10.00 – 15.00 | Dive into the world of ninjas! A fun obstacle course, an exciting treasure hunt and a creative sword-making workshop await you. The Söll Taekwondo Club will also be showing the children some cool ninja moves and tricks. 🥷⚔️
  • Sweet stall: 10.00 – 15.00
KRAFTalm in Itter (Salvistabahn middle station)
  • Magic show: at 12:00, 1.30 pm and 3.00 pm
  • Face painting for children: 10.00 am – 3.00 pm
Cafe Salvista Stadl in Itter (Salvistabahn valley station)
  • Emergency services adventure with the Itter Volunteer Fire Brigade and the Red Cross: 10.00 am – 4.00 pm | Take a look at the emergency vehicles and equipment and find out how the volunteers are there to help others when called upon. An exciting experience for little emergency services fans! 🚨
  • Puppet theatre: 12.30, 14:00 and 15:30
  • “Salvista-Garten” playground
Emergency services adventure with the Itter Volunteer Fire Brigade and the Red Cross: 10.00 – 16.00 | Take a look at the emergency vehicles and equipment and find out how the volunteers are there for others when called upon. An exciting experience for young fans of the emergency services! 🚨 Puppet theatre: 12.30 pm, 2.00 pm and 3.30 pm “Salvista-Garten” playground
A person is sitting in a lotus position and meditating in a modern room with large windows. In the background, majestic mountains and a serene landscape can be seen.
Yoga at the KRAFTalm - summer
Di., 27.10.2026
KRAFTalm, Itter
09:00 o'clock
Yoga is much more than just physical exercises on the mat - it is everything we do consciously. No matter the age or fitness level. Each yoga session is different but always involves a lot of sensing, breathing exercises, and simple asanas. The focus is on the needs of the participants. The stunning view of the surrounding mountain world is an added bonus! Everyone aged 12 and over can join. Meeting point: Reception Almhotel KRAFTalm, Barmerberg 24, 6305 Itter Note: the access road to the hotel is only possible with the Salvistabahn, NO car traffic allowed! Registration: until the day before at 4:00 p.m. online or at the information offices of the Hohe Salve region Equipment: comfortable sports clothing (yoga mats will be provided) Cost with Kitzbüheler Alpen guest card: € 10.00 per person (excl. gondola ride up/down) Cost without Kitzbüheler Alpen guest card: € 20.00 per person (excl. gondola ride up/down) Duration: approx. 1.5 hours (incl. gondola ride up/down, round trip to the yoga spot, 1 hr. yoga) Participants: min. 1 to max. 10 Note: suitable for beginners

Summer 2027

from 27. May (every day from 3rd July)

Contact us

Bergbahn Hohe Salve
Hopfgarten - Itter - Kelchsau - Wörgl GmbH & CoKG
Alte Bundesstraße 1
AT-6305 Itter

Email: bergbahnen.hopfgarten@skiwelt.at
Telefon: +43 5335 2238 30
Fax: +43 5335 3085

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