Naturpark Sölktäler

Naturpark Sölktäler is a protected mountain region in Styria with forests, grasslands, and working alpine pastures spread across the Niedere Tauern. The landscape combines steep valleys, open ridges, and seasonal grazing areas that travelers can explore on foot or discover from scenic viewpoints.

Alpine farming shaped the region over centuries, gradually clearing forests and pushing back the natural tree line to create open mountain meadows. This long tradition of herding and seasonal grazing fundamentally transformed the landscape into its current form.

Traditional alpine farming shapes the valleys today, and visitors can observe herders at work on the mountain pastures while learning how butter and cheese are made using old methods. This way of life remains central to local identity and continues to define how the landscape looks and functions.

The park is accessible year-round with marked trails for all skill levels and ski lifts operating in winter months. Visitors should come prepared for changing mountain weather and bring sturdy footwear plus appropriate clothing for outdoor activities.

White marble runs through the crystalline rock beneath the park, allowing lime-loving plants and alpine species that prefer acid soil to thrive side by side in the same valleys. This geological quirk creates plant diversity that feels surprising in a single mountain landscape.

Location: Styria

GPS coordinates: 47.40000,13.96670

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:40