Active around the lake

Whether cycling, mountain biking, hiking, horse riding, cycling or water sports in summer or skiing and snowboarding in winter - here at Lake Wolfgangsee it is almost impossible not to be active.

Lake Wolfgangsee is wonderful to explore from the water - whether by stand-up paddle board, boat or ship, on water skis or a kayak.

The mountain world also invites you to hike and linger. Cooling off in the lake afterwards is priceless :)

For all those who prefer a more leisurely approach to their vacation, there are great options without having to do without the distant views. The Schafbergbahn, the Postalmstraße or the Zwölferhornbahn will take you to the summit in comfort.

WINTER

For those who are not planning a day trip to the surrounding ski resorts, here are some tips from us on how to make the most of a winter day in St. Wolfgang.

You can go on beautiful winter hikes in St. Wolfgang and the surrounding area, there is a special folder available in the tourist information office. Our favorite little winter hike (also cleared in winter), which is also suitable as a digestive walk, is presented here. You start at the market square and hike comfortably up the Calvary. The hike takes you uphill and downhill and you will always have a beautiful view of the lake, the village and the surrounding mountains.

You can also explore the wintry
St. Wolfgang and its surroundings on a horse-drawn sleigh ride. Horse-drawn sleigh rides can be booked in advance:

The WolfgangseeSchifffahrt runs seven days a week during the Wolfgangsee Advent season. You can find the exact timetable at:
www.schafbergbahn.at

If you have ever felt the desire to swim in the lake in winter, you should definitely take a SPA Day at the Romantikhotel "Im Weissen Rössl". This is also possible for non-hotel guests by prior arrangement. In the oasis of the senses, you will find an
indoor pool, the famous heated lake pool, infrared, granite steam bath and a whirlpool. Beauty treatments
and massages can be booked at the Reviderm Spa. Daily 9:00 - 21:00
Prices and further information at www.weissesroessl.at
Please book in advance on +43(0)6138/2306

Summer

"Before you open your eyes, you can already hear the birds singing every morning through the slightly open window. The warm light of summer falls through the curtain slit into our room. The only thing we are thinking about today is how we want to spend this wonderful summer's day in St. Wolfgang... ... but the weather outside our window is irrelevant for all our plans, as you can do anything in St. Wolfgang whatever the weather!"

Action and fun on the lake for those who want to make the most of their day in and on the water. Whether it's leisurely sailing, strenuous paddling or a quick round on water skis, St. Wolfgang will make your sporting heart beat faster.

SUP Center Wolfgangsee & boat rental @Camping Appesbach

Here you can hire stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, pedal boats, electric boats and zillas for a fee. The Sup center also offers guided Sup tours and Sup lessons. More information at: www.appesbach.at/sup-center

At the Raudaschl sports camp in Ried, you can enjoy all the activities your water sports heart desires. Sup, water skiing, monoskiing, wakeboarding, wakesurfing, windsurfing and much more. Info at: www.sportraudaschl.at

The St. Wolfgang water ski school is located on the lake promenade.
The motorboats can also be hired by the hour (prices on request).
More information at: www.wasserschi.at

The WolfgangseeSchifffahrt runs 7 days a week in summer; you can find the exact timetable at: www.schafbergbahn.at

Experience the boat trip, the Schafbergbahn, the Postalm, the Zwölferhorn, water fun and much more on the crystal-clear Wolfgangsee!

Rainy weather

There's no doubt about it - Lake Wolfgang shines particularly beautifully in good weather. But if nature gives something back to the earth, we have a few ways for you to plan a really "beautiful" vacation day.

In the pilgrimage church of St. Wolfgang you can admire the works of art by Michael Pacher. The world-famous Pacher Altar invites you to marvel.
Market 18, 5360 St. Wolfgang 08:00 - 19:30 +43(0)6138/2321
www.pfarre-sankt-wolfgang.at

You don't have to be a bowling pro to enjoy a fun game of bowling. The Leopoldhof has a total of four fully automatic lanes.
Ried 8, 5360 Salzburg T: +43 6138 2438

You can also enjoy the coziness of a rustic alpine hut and the comfort of a modern wellness facility as a day guest at the Leopoldhof in the Wellness-Alm.
Ried 8, 5360 St. Wolfgang T: +43(0)6138 2438
For prices see www.wellness-alm.at

If you have ever felt the desire to swim in a well-tempered lake in any weather, you should definitely take a SPA Day at the Romantikhotel "Im Weissen Rössl".

This is also possible for non-hotel guests by prior arrangement.
An indoor pool, the famous heated lake pool, infrared, granite steam bath and a whirlpool await you in the oasis of the senses. Prices and further information at www.weissesroessl.at

ON TWO WHEELS THROUGH PARADISE

The turquoise-blue lake right in front of your eyes, the gentle wind in your face, your hands firmly on the steering wheel and the mountains always in view... This is how cycling can be endured.

Cycling in the Salzkammergut means exploring the beautiful landscape on a classic bike, racing bike, mountain bike or e-bike, depending on your personal taste. Whether alone, as a couple, with the family or a whole group, you can look forward to around 30 fantastic tours around Lake Wolfgangsee. Several starting points and different route lengths ensure that every cyclist gets their money's worth - from gentle and leisurely tours through flat landscapes to challenging mountain routes for sporty, ambitious bikers, Lake Wolfgangsee has it all. Each cycle route has its own special charm and often takes you to unique vantage points or fascinating sights such as the Kaiservilla or the local museum.

Tip: The sporty "Four Lakes Cycle Tour", the almost 200-kilometre Upper Austria stage (2016) of the famous Tour of Austria, or the leisurely pleasure tour around Lake Wolfgangsee.

Leisurely tour around Lake Wolfgangsee, always on cycle paths!

Duration: 1h 59m | Length: 24 kilometers | Altitude (uphill): 230m | Difficulty: easy

St. Wolfgang - Ried (Gasthof Falkenstein) - by boat to Fürberg - by bike to St. Gilgen - Abersee - Strobl - St. Wolfgang

Fancy a bike tour but don't have your own bike? Simply hire a bike, information is available in the foyer.

Walking, hiking & mountaineering

Length (without lake circumnavigation): 4.69 km
Duration: 01:30 h (add 45 min for the lake circuit)
Ascent: 239 m
Descent: 85 m
Equipment: light mountain boots
Difficulty: easy
Suitable for: Family / children / dogs

Tour 1

Hike from Balthasar Volcano to Lake Schwarzensee

Lake Schwarzensee has a total area of 48 hectares and measures 67 meters at its deepest point. The crystal-clear lake is surrounded by lush forests and numerous alpine pastures. It invites you to swim and relax against a magnificent mountain backdrop.

From here, walk along a meadow path in the direction of Ahornplatz. Follow the signs to Holzerbauern via a road and forest path. From here, the well-signposted path leads you up to the mountain lake.

At the top there are two snack stops right on the shore.
We recommend particularly motivated hikers to walk around the lake (45 min).

Tour 2

From Balthasar Volcano to the Schafberg

Depending on your fitness level and mood, you can reach the summit either on foot, completely by cog railroad or first on foot to the Schafbergalpe and then continue by cog railroad. See travel times: Information at www.schafbergbahn.at

From here, the hike begins in the direction of the Aschinger snack station. Initially through a beautiful forest path with a view of the lake. After 20 minutes you reach the snack station.

From there, the route continues uphill along a mostly stony and mostly shaded path to the Schafbergalpe, which you reach after another 1 ½ to 2 hours. From the Schafbergalpe, the walk is a leisurely three quarters of an hour.

Duration to the Schafbergalpe (1363 m): 2 h
Duration to the summit: 2:45 h
Difference in altitude: 1177 m
Equipment: hiking boots
Difficulty: medium
Suitable for: Family / dogs (don't forget a leash
and muzzle when traveling by train!)

Tour 3

Hike from Balthasar Volcano to the Vormaueralm and on to the Vormauerstein

You can reach the Ahornplatz (a crossroads with a large group of maple trees) directly from us via a meadow or road.

Here, take the path branching off to the right with the sign "Sommerauweg - Vormauer". The well-maintained hiking trail is moderately steep and leads first across meadows and then through forest.

The path is still flat at first, but becomes somewhat steeper towards Schwarzensee. You reach the Maurus Chapel, from here the Sommerauweg branches off to the left, which now leads steeply through the forest up to the Sommeraualm. Leave the alpine hut on the left, come to a flat saddle and now walk over a marshy area and a short section of forest to a spring. Soon afterwards you come to the first hut of the Vormaueralm.

From the uppermost alpine hut, keep left and follow a narrow path that leads across alpine meadows to the summit. From the summit, follow the path back down to the crossroads in front of the uppermost mountain hut. Branching off to the left, the
wide Vormauerweg trail now begins, which leads back down to Ahornplatz above St. Wolfgang in several hairpin bends. On the descent, you still have many opportunities to admire the beautiful view of Lake Wolfgangsee and its mountains.

Length: 12.00 km
Duration: 4.5 hours - add 45 minutes for a detour to Mönichsee
(signposted)
Difference in altitude: 900 m
Trail surface: asphalt, gravel
Equipment: hiking boots
Difficulty: medium
Suitable for: Family / dogs