Mariapfarr is where Lungau slows down. The village sits on a sunny plateau at about 1,120 m, holds the record as one of Austria’s sunniest places, and is where Joseph Mohr wrote the lyrics of “Silent Night”.
Why go
It is the ideal quiet base: bakeries, a landmark pilgrimage church, easy valley walks, and short drives to every major Lungau attraction.
Good to know
- Best season: all year — sunny in summer, reliable snow access in winter.
- With kids: flat valley walks and playgrounds make it easy.
- Rainy day: drive 10 minutes to Mauterndorf castle.
