Things to do

There is so much to do see and do around the Wolfgangsee and the surrounding mountains in both summer and winter that there is almost too much to write about. We hope the information/videos below gives you a flavour of what there is to see and do but there is lots more.

We have included links to the local tourist websites which give you even more information.

The Salzgammergut lake region of Austria really is iideal for everyone, from young to old; for a relaxing sight seeing holiday visiting the historical attractions and taking in the cultural activities to action packed adrenaline sports, St Wolfgang and the Howling Wolf Chalet are the perfect place to stay.

Summer

While most people think of Austria as a winter destination the Salzkammergut region of Austria really is a fantastic place to visit in summer and there is no place better in Austria than St Wolfgang set on the edge of the crystal clear waters of the Wolfgangsee.

There are the cultural and historical attractions to visit, the mountains to explore, ferries on the lakes, sports of all sorts. There is enough to keep everyone entertained whatever their age or preferences.

We have made a short list below but again recommend visiting the Tourist Information websites which are really very good for telling you what is on and what there is to see and do in the summer. For Wolfganssee tourist information / Salzkammergut tourist information click the links.

Below are a view videos just again to give you a flavour of what happens around the lake in the summer months, air shows to jazz festivals, marathons to operattas, mountain biking to firework displays, ice caves to water sports... So much to see and do and more than we can tell you about. The only way to discover how amazing the place is to book your stay now at the Howling Wolf Chalet - click on the link to get pricing and availability details.

Winter

St Wolfgang in winter is just fantastic, if you come in December there are the Advent celebrations to enjoy,at Christmas the Christmas Markets and all the traditional celebrations that the take place over this magical time of year. It is perfect for families and the romantics amongst us. Click here for full details

St Wolfgang is great for families, people who are not regular skiers or for mixed groups of skiers and non-skiers. Skiing is all around and the nearest local slopes are those of the Postalm. They slopes are perfect for beginners an intermediary level skiers. If you are not a regular skier it is a great place to refresh your skills before tackling more challenging slopes of the Katrinalm, Gosau and the Zvolferhorn.

The video below gives you a little flavour of what the Postalm has to offer, great, fun skiing and un-crowded safe slopes, not to mention the cross country skiing, snow shoeing, tubing and sledging.

If the lake freezes over you can enjoy ice skating and curling on the frozen lake or why not take a ride on a horse drawn sleigh.

For the non-skiers, aside from all the markets and perhaps a day trip shopping or to see the sights of Salzburg - click here for more details.

To visit the Wolfgangsee and Salzkammergut Tourist Information websites click on the links.

There is plenty of activity on the lake during the summer. The waters are so pure they are safe to drink but that does not people having fun. Sign up at the local water sport school and try water skiing, parascending, wake boarding, tubing and anything else you can think of to do on the water.