Hohe Salve

The Hohe Salve is a well-known mountain located between Kufstein, Worgl and Kitzbuhel within the Austrian nation of Tyrol. It is part of the Kitzbuhel Alps and is likewise nicknamed the Rigi of the Tyrol. Its summit is 1,828 m above sea stage excessive and in high-quality weather has a very good view of the High Tauern and Zillertal Alps, in addition to the Wilder Kaiser, which lies straight away to the north of the Hohe Salve. From the top the Grossglockner and Großvenediger can also be made out. The mountain has a very putting conical appearance. On the summit is an old pilgrimage chapel, a restaurant and a transmission mast.

In addition the peak is served by using two gondola lifts from Soll and Hopfgarten. The summit restaurant and church belong to the parish of Westendorf; the transmission mast to Hopfgarten. In wintry weather the Hohe Salve is part of the Skiwelt Wilder Kaiser, Brixental ski vicinity and there are several runs from the pinnacle into the surrounding villages of Söll, Itter, Hopfgarten and Brixen im Thale. Because of its form and area the Hohe Salve is likewise a popular start point for paragliders.