Mariapfarr is pleasantly situated in a beautiful alpine surroundings at an altitude of 1120 m, in the middle of the Lungau Valley. It is a charming and calm resort town away from heavy traffic.
Mariapfarr is rich with cultural heritage and medieval art, a beautiful Gothic parish Church, the traditional procession of Samson held on the occasion of Corpus Christi and many other religious festivals.
Mariapfarr is a great place for holidays all year round.
In Summer there are many activities to choose from: swimming, bicycling, tennis, Nordic Walking, golf and many more.
It is a great place to engage in all kinds of winter sports and activities: it has the world´s longest six-man chair lift in Fanningberg, cross country skiing through wintry sceneries, well maintained footpaths for hiking, and cosy inns to enjoy hearty meals.