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The "Wolfgangsee", nestled in the picturesque landscape of the Salzkammergut in Austria, is not only known for its breathtaking beauty, but also offers a variety of activities for visitors of all ages. Whether you want to enjoy the tranquil natural surroundings, seek adrenaline kicks or explore cultural attractions, "Wolfgangsee" has something for everyone.

things to do

The "natural playground" shows its fascinating side in winter. Numerous winter activities open up around Lake Wolfgangsee, providing plenty of fun and adventure.

  • Advent trips Schafbergbahn

    Once again this year, a festively decorated and festively illuminated train set runs to the middle station, the Schafbergalm station at an altitude of 1,364 meters. Once at the Schafbergalm, impressive views of the winter landscape of the Salzkammergut await. A Christmassy carriage with comfortable seating invites you to linger and offers warming drinks and delicious treats.

  • Wolfgangsee Advent

    The Wolfgangsee Advent is characterized by its unique location between the mountains of the Salzkammergut and directly on the lakeshore. With the Wolfgangsee boat trip, our guests have the opportunity to travel between the idyllic towns of St. Gilgen, Strobl and St. Wolfgang and enjoy the magic of the Advent season.

  • stand-up paddling in the scalaria sunset wing on lake wolfgangsee

    Advent shipping

    The WolfgangseeSchifffahrt, Austria's largest inland lake fleet, invites you to a spontaneous hop on/hop off at the Advent stops: The boat stops in Strobl, St. Wolfgang and St. Gilgen and a few more beautiful places.

  • Zwölferhorn

    Experience the natural beauty of the Hörndl

    Our Zwölferhorn cable car and its 14 red and 14 yellow gondolas take you up to our beautiful Hörndl in 11 minutes. Enjoy the magnificent view during the ride and look forward to the space available, which also makes it easy to take baby carriages to the top.

  • Dachstein Krippenstein | 5 Fingers

    Spectacular viewing platform

    Not for the faint-hearted! The 5fingers viewing platform offers adrenaline kicks at the highest level. The most spectacular viewing platform in the Alps juts out like a hand into an abyss over 400 meters deep. 

  • Advent market Bad Ischl

    With the imperial Christmas lights and the many festively decorated shop windows, Bad Ischl kicks off the Advent season at the end of November. The traditional Christmas market run by Ischl's artisans and the culinary stalls are also looking forward to welcoming numerous visitors once again.

  • Postalm

    Welcome to the Postalm Winter Park, a retreat on the border between the picturesque landscapes of Salzburg and Upper Austria. Nestled in the majestic Salzkammergut mountains, this unique recreational area extends over one of the largest alpine pastures in Europe at an altitude of 1100 meters.

  • Carriage rides

    Rediscover slowness in the quietest time of the year and experience the winter landscape from a completely different perspective. This is possible on an extraordinary excursion with family and friends on an unforgettable carriage ride through St. Wolfgang. A real experience for all romantics and connoisseurs.

water sports | wolfgangsee

The "Nature" playground shows its most extensive side in summer. There are no limits to the activities on offer around "Wolfgangsee". ➜ A high adventure and fun factor is guaranteed for all activities!

  • water ski

    The Stadler water ski school is just a stone's throw away from sunset wing beach and offers everything that is fun from water skiing and wakeboarding to banana boats and parasailing.

  • riverwave

    From now on, you can perfect your turns on a ten-meter wide and up to one and a half meter high wave in Ebensee all year round, satisfy your surfing hunger and have fun.

  • stand-up paddling in the scalaria sunset wing on lake wolfgangsee

    stand-up paddling & kayak

    Diving & SUP station located directly opposite sunset wing beach. Here you can not only book diving courses, but also hire SUPs, canoes and kayaks.

  • sailing on lake wolfgangsee in st.wolfgang - scalaria sunset wing

    sail

    Are you a sailing beginner or someone who has sailed with us from time to time and would now like to know what makes sailing so fascinating? Then you've come to the right place. The Raudaschl sports camp offers the right course for everyone.

active at "Wolfgangsee"

The scalaria sunset wing is a wonderful base from which to explore the region. Cycle to Blinklingmoos, set off on climbing tours and hikes to the surrounding peaks. The scalaria sunset wing team can provide plenty of tips. You can get all the information you need at the welcome desk!

  • biking and cycling at "wolfgangsee"

    ...on the road by bike

    By e-bike, mountain bike or road bike. In the Salzkammergut there are great offers for everyone who wants to pedal. Tip: Ask at the Welcome Desk for the"Bike the Lake Map". This contains the best tours on Lake Wolfgangsee.

  • ...to the mountains, get set, go!

    Choose your destination for your hiking vacation and conquer the Salzkammergut step by step. There are many "secret places" to discover. We have countless hiking routes for every level around "Wolfgangsee". We can recommend leisurely family hikes to the most beautiful huts, such as a hike to the Lärchenhütte, which offers breathtaking views over Lake Wolfgangsee. The hike over the Falkenstein to restaurant Fürberg is also highly recommended. There you can enjoy regional delicacies right by the lake and then take a leisurely boat trip back to St. Wolfgang from St. Gilgen.

  • golf

    The Salzkammergut Golf Club Bad Ischl, founded in 1933, is located in the middle of the beautiful mountains and deep blue lakes of the Salzkammergut. All 18 holes are integrated into the natural landscape and the most modern machines ensure that the course is perfectly maintained. In addition to the Salzkammergut Golf Club, there are other golf courses in the Salzkammergut. The club also has its own training center in Bad Ischl (Golfstraße 40).

things to do | attractions in the salzkammergut

Are you looking for the right excursion destination for your adventure vacation in Austria? Then you've come to the right place in the Salzkammergut! There are countless ways to discover the Salzkammergut - comfortably across the water with a traditional Traunerl, high up in the air with a hot air balloon or romantically along the lake with a vintage bus.

Fraht with the motorboat at the Wolfgangsee scalaria sunset wing

the motorboat experience on lake Wolfgang

Experience one of our insider tips ➜ book a private motorboat tour. Enjoy a round trip by motorboat across "Wolfgangsee" and receive information during the sightseeing tour that you can only get from locals.
From € 290.00 (up to 5 pax)

Operated by Wasserski Stadler | Höpplinger Wassertaxi

➜ Please contact our Welcome Desk for further information.

hohensalzburg fortress Hohensalzburg Fortress is a real eye-catcher high above the baroque towers of the city. As a landmark visible from afar, the castle is an unmistakable part of Salzburg's world-famous skyline. It appears mighty to the
traunerl rides Experience the passing shoreline landscape and the glistening waters of "Wolfgangsee" from a completely decelerated perspective on a trip on a traditional Traunerl. A standing rower moves the keelless, slender wooden boat along the shore.
deluxe hot air balloon rides Are you looking for an exhilarating adventure? Experience our beautiful Salzkammergut from above and feel FREE for a while, including a breathtaking 360° view. Only the wind knows
nostalgia trip | vintage bus On a nostalgia trip with the vintage bus, the journey and the time together is the goal! "Pure deceleration!" Experience a special way of traveling with the red-beige vintage bus, a Mercedes, O 32
red bull hangar 7 Hangar-7 at Salzburg Airport is a unique building that houses a collection of historic Flying Bulls aircraft and Formula 1 racing cars. Hangar-7 also offers rooms for art exhibitions and is equipped with
schafbergbahn │ "Wolfgangsee" boat trip, lake and mountain experience with the boat trip and Schafbergbahn on "Wolfgangsee". The Schafbergbahn takes you up the 1783m high Schafberg and makes not only the view but also the ride an unforgettable experience.
driving space Discover the wonderful world of technology. The fahr(t)raum in Mattsee is anything but a "museum" where a collection of historic vehicles awaits you. On the site of a former shoe factory with its unique ind
dachstein giant ice caves Spectacular NEW production: cave bears, suspension bridge, light & sound show: the completely restaged Dachstein Giant Ice Cave offers a breathtaking adventure in rock and ice. Further sightseeing options: Krip
summer toboggan run Summer tobogganing is a sporting and leisure activity for the whole family. Even on hikes and excursions in the Wolfgangsee region, a toboggan run is often the crowning glory of an eventful day. Visit
salzwelten hallstatt The oldest salt mine in the world, the oldest wooden staircase in Europe and the free-floating Skywalk with "World Heritage View", 360 meters above the ground: Hallstatt Salt Mine is a mine of superlatives. Come with us to discover
5fingers Spectacular viewing platform. Not for the faint-hearted! The 5fingers viewing platform offers adrenaline kicks at the highest level. Probably the most spectacular viewing platform in the Alps juts out like a hand into a 400-metre deep