Chiemgau Karte vs. JOKER CARD Saalbach Hinterglemm

Chiemgau Karte or JOKER CARD Saalbach Hinterglemm? The two destinations are about 41 km apart as the crow flies. We compared prices for a family and a couple, the lift rules and what else each card includes.

In short

For a family with two children, both cards cost the same for a week.

When Chiemgau Karte is the better choice

Free with your stay · Ruhpolding, Inzell, Siegsdorf, Bergen, Grassau, Übersee

No edge on the main points – where you want to stay matters more.

Chiemgau Karte in detail

When JOKER CARD Saalbach Hinterglemm is the better choice

Free with your stay · Saalbach Hinterglemm

Unlimited lift rides.
Public transport included.
Bikes on the lifts included.

JOKER CARD Saalbach Hinterglemm in detail

Side by side

Card	Chiemgau Karte	JOKER CARD Saalbach Hinterglemm
Family 2 + 2 (ages 8 and 11), 7 nights	€0 (included with accommodation)	€0 (included with accommodation)
2 adults, 7 nights	€0 (included with accommodation)	€0 (included with accommodation)
Card type	Free with your stay	Free with your stay
Region	Ruhpolding, Inzell, Siegsdorf, Bergen, Grassau, Übersee (Bavaria, Germany)	Saalbach Hinterglemm (Salzburg)
Season	not verified	22 May – 26 Oct
Cable cars	Rule not stated	Unlimited · 6
Glacier	– no	– no
Exceptions	–	Only 2 rides a day in Leogang. Not valid on the Fieberbrunn cable car.
Public transport	– no	✓ yes
Bike transport	– no	✓ yes
Pools	✓ yes	✓ yes
Minimum nights	–	–
Watch out for	The official website does not say how many rides are included.	Bike transport twice a day, and not on the Hochalmbahn. 20% off bike tickets only when bought in Saalbach.
Verification	Official source	Official source

Prices are totals for the whole group based on the season's price list. Highlighted rows differ between the cards.

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Frequently asked questions

Which card is cheaper for a family, Chiemgau Karte or JOKER CARD Saalbach Hinterglemm?

For a family with two children (ages 8 and 11) staying 7 nights, both cards cost €0 (included with accommodation).

Does Chiemgau Karte or JOKER CARD Saalbach Hinterglemm include a glacier?

No, neither card includes a glacier.

Do I need partner accommodation for these cards?

Chiemgau Karte: You get it free at a partner accommodation; it cannot be bought separately. JOKER CARD Saalbach Hinterglemm: You get it free at a partner accommodation; it cannot be bought separately.

We last checked the details of both cards on 20 Oct 2026. Check them on the official card websites before you travel.