Through the Weitwörth floodplain to Oberndorf

Along the 227 km long journey of the Salzach from Oberpinzgau to its confluence with the Inn, there are not many of these original river landscapes left, as can be seen after the renaturation measures between Anthering and St. Georgen. The value of the floodplain forests is being re-evaluated in times of heavy rain events, as here the Salzach finally has plenty of space to expand without causing damage. In fact, the soft floodplain needs the flooding and adapts perfectly to the conditions. In Weitwörth, the nature and flood protection officers of the state have taken decisive action. A model project has emerged in which the tiny, paradisiacal kingfisher finds its place just as much as the large floodplain inhabitants. A circular trail guides visitors around the renatured gravel pond and leads further to the Salzach bank. The subsequent section to Oberndorf then shows the floodplain from an almost untouched side. A special delight is visiting the floodplain in spring when an incredibly versatile carpet of birdsong spreads over the forest.