Salzburg-Umgebung District

The Salzburg-Umgebung District spans 1,004 square kilometers and contains 37 municipalities, including three major towns and numerous market communities at 624 meters elevation.

The district's population has grown from 37,004 residents in 1869 to over 157,440 in 2023, marking substantial development throughout the Alpine region.

The district maintains the tradition of Aperschnalzen, a competitive whipcracking practice that demonstrates local skills through organized events and competitions.

Seekirchen am Wallersee functions as the district capital, providing administrative services and connecting residents to the broader Salzburg metropolitan area.

The district combines flat terrains near the Salzach river with alpine landscapes, creating environments for both agriculture and outdoor recreation throughout the year.

Location: Salzburg

Capital city: Seekirchen am Wallersee

Elevation above the sea: 624 m

Shares border with: Traunstein, Berchtesgadener Land, Braunau District, Vöcklabruck District, Gmunden District, Hallein District, Salzburg

Website: https://salzburg.gv.at/themen/se/bezirke/bh-su.htm

GPS coordinates: 47.86700,13.08300

Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:07