Location & Travel
Flachau is situated just approx 40 - 45 minutes from the beautiful city of Salzburg which was home of the composer Mozart and of course "The Sound of Music". Flachau is located in the the district of Pongau, part of the Salzburgerland region. The Flachautal valley lies in the upper Ennstal valley amidst the Radstädter Tauern mountain range.
"TuckHaus" apartment is situated in a fantastic location next to the slopes, very near to the centre of Flachau (about 10mins walk) and within easy reach of many traditional Austrian mountain restaurants, bars and shops. Flachau has a lively après ski atmosphere in high season with some bars having live music until the early hours of the morning.
Open this link for an interactive resort map and for more information on how to get to Flachau visit the official website
By Plane
Many of the budget airlines are including Salzburg as one of their routes, try the carriers below to obtain the best prices, you may need to keep checking to get good prices remembering that popular weeks and weekends generally will cost more.
Austrian Airlines Jet2 
By Car
Flachau has very easy access from Salzburg airport using good roads. From Salzburg airport the journey is mostly by the A10 Tauern motorway in the direction of Villach taking exit 66 - Flachau
Map The map below gives you an impression of the route to take from Salzburg.
Family Tuck's Driving directions from Salzburg Airport to TuckHaus Apartment
Come out of the airport following exit signs "Ausfahrt "
Take the centre lane as you approach the traffic lights - sign posted A1/A10
Go under the underpass and take the signs for Villach A1/E55/E60
At the next roundabout go straight on under the bridge and turn immediate right to Villach onto the A1/A10
After approximately 1 mile take the right fork A10 to Villach.
Stay on the A10 sign posted Villach for 40 miles, passing signs for Eben, Altenmark and Wagrain, then take the exit to Flachau 163.
At the roundabout turn left. Sign posted Flachau.
Pass ADEG Supermarket on your right (or call for provisions!)
Pass the first right sign posted Achterjet lift station.
Take the second right, signposted Griessenkarweg.
Continue along the straight road towards the mountain. Then the road goes up the mountain and you pass Hotel Santa Barbara, continue up until you get to the next group of buildings.
You will then pull into a open area with Car ports, look for Car port 5 and park.
Go down the far side of the building (piste side) down two sets of steps and take the entrance on the right and the first door on the left at the bottom of the stairs is TuckHaus.
If you prefer to plot your own route try this map site
Driving Tips in Austria
Rules and legal guidance for driving on Austrian roads
Only persons over 18 years of age holding valid driving licences may drive in Austria.
The legal limit in Austria is 50 milligrams of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood and penalties for driving under influence are strict.
High visibility warning vests are required for all drivers. They need to be stored within reach of the driver and must be worn day or night when exiting the vehicle on the hard shoulder or in the event of breakdown.
Only "hands free" mobile telephones can be used whilst driving.
From 1 January 2008, it will no longer be compulsory for cars to be driven with headlights switched on throughout the day all year round.
If you use Austrian motorways (“Autobahn”) and "S" roads you must display a Motorway Vignette on the inside of the wind shield of your vehicle as you enter Austria. Failure to have one will mean a heavy, on-the-spot fine. Motorway Vignettes are obtainable at all major border crossings into Austria and at larger petrol stations.
Road Travel in Winter (1 November-15 April)
New legislation, which comes into force on 1 January 2008, demands that all vehicles with up to 3.5 tonnes laden weight use winter tyres on all wheels in wintry road conditions (snow, slush, ice). Snow chains on the driving wheels will only be allowed as an alternative where the road is fully covered by snow and/or ice and the road surface will not be damaged by the chains. Chains or summer tyres will not be allowed for slush conditions. Heavy fines or temporary loss of vehicle may be imposed on those who ignore this legislation.
Important things to remember when driving in Austria: a valid driving license & passport/ID should be with you at all times.
you drive on the right so at roundabouts you give way to left traffic
seat belts are compulsary as they are in the UK
dipped headlights must be used during the day
speed limits on motorways are 130 km
parking on road - always on the right cars must not face the traffic.
Other information on driving in Austria can be found on RAC or AA websites. For further information for travel to Salzburg and onwards to Flachau visit the Flachau Tourist Office website
Other ways of Getting to Flachau from Salzburg Arport
For those who do not want to drive there are regular buses direct from the airport or take the train or taxi.
Bus Connections to Salzburg City
Bus number 2 goes at regular intervals (every 10 min.) between Salzburg main railway station and Salzburg Airport. Sundays and public holidays every 30 min. Journey time approx. 20 min. Costs: single ticket € 1,80 (children € 0,90). Tickets available at "Newscorner" in the terminal or from bus driver.
Flachau shuttle/taxi companies:
Transfers from Salzburg Airport to Flachau
Mini Bus Transfer Service
An eight-seatr mni bus is available to book for transfers. Please contact Julie & Ian Mclain by phone or email for a quotation.
Tel: 0043 (0) 6452 30097 or email.
The travel agency Huber Reisen in Flachau also offers transfers (joint transfers with other people) from the Airport Salzburg to your accommodation in Flachau and back. The price for both routes is (2008 prices) EUR 40,90 and includes 30kg luggage and 1 pair of skis per person (1 route Eur 26,/person)
For further information and for an online-booking have a look on the website or contact Huber Reisen Tel. +43(6457) 2402
For individual direct airport-transfer contact the following taxi agencies in Flachau:
Taxi Reiter Tel. +43 6457/2900 email
Taxi 3000 Tel. +43 6457/3000 email
Taxi Huber Tel. +43 6457/2402 email
Approximate prices (2007) for 2 – 4 Persons: Eur 80 to 100, per route / for 5 persons or more: Eur 19 – 25 per person/per route.
Trains from Salzburg
The Austrian rail service has regular trains from Salzburg airport for train times check the website The nearest station is Eben.
Car Hire
Many car hire companies are available at the airport and having a car during your stay, whilst not essential, will enable you to make the most of fantastic Salzburgerland both winter and summer visits.
For booking car hire in he UK or prior to arrival try some of these websites: