A lakeside winter holiday in Fuschl am See – a Waldhof's Winter Wonderland.

You're probably asking yourself what Lake Fuschl has to offer in winter once the swimming season is over. Outside perhaps, but not inside! The Waldhof Water World with its whirl pool, indoor pool and sports pool give guests the chance to swim to their heart's content and the Sauna World is the ideal place to warm up after a long winter walk. And then of course there is always skiing, snow-biking, tobogganing, ice skating, snow-tubing, cross-country skiing, snow-shoe walks … The best thing about Lake Fuschl is that it's worth visiting in both summer and winter. Fun and action can be had all year round and wellness and relaxation is the focal point of any holiday at the wellness hotel Waldhof.

A winter holiday in the Salzkammergut Lake District is truly balm for the soul. However, we our selves aren't even sure if we prefer the summer or the winter. Because both seasons at Ebner's Waldhof are equally appealing, it's probably best to try out both!

Winter walking in Salzburg County.

Many of the cleared winter walks start right outside the hotel's front door. This is the ideal way to get to know Fuschl am See and the surrounding countryside. The altitude means that the village is pleasantly free of fog during the winter months and that winter walks are normally accompanied by sunshine. One of the most popular walks in winter is the lakeside path and the short walk up to the Waldhof Alm mountain restaurant where you are rewarded with fantastic views of the mountains both near and far. Those of you looking for something truly romantic will enjoy the horse-drawn sleigh rides into the countryside where only the breathing of the horses, the crunching of snow and tinkling of sleigh bells can be heard.

Curling and ice yachting on Lake Fuschl.

When Lake Fuschl freezes over in winter, the smooth, glassy surface is ideal for a range of winter activities; Austrian curling, ice skating and ice yachting. At the Waldhof Alm there's also a small pond which, should its big brother not quite have frozen, can also be used for a game of curling. Our wellness representative Katharina and the Ebner family are happy to show you how it's done and help you with the rules.

Ski resorts in the Salzkammergut Lake District.

The Salzkammergut region is not just the right destination for summer swimmers and sunbathers, hikers and wellness seekers, but also for skiing enthusiasts. The Waldhof is in an exceptional location giving you the chance to explore various different local ski resorts all within easy driving distance: like the skiing areas of Gaissau Hintersee, Postalm or Zwölferhorn. The Waldhof also offers its guests a free bus shuttle to the family ski resort Gaissau Hintersee and the cross-country skiing centre in Faistenau.

Postalm ski area (1400-1800 m)

Postalm Arena >
The second largest high altitude plateau in the Alps is just a 40-minute drive from Fuschl am See and in winter a great family ski resort. The pistes range from easy to intermediate and are served by 5 T-bar lifts. The Postalm is also a great cross-country skiing area for more experienced skiers with more than 20 km of trails. The altitude of the plateau means that it is snow sure from December to the end of April and can be highly recommended for skiers, walkers and Nordic skiers. Every Friday Herbert Ebner accompanies his guests on a trip to the Postalm - he knows where the best restaurants, runs and views are!

Ski Region Hintersee-Gaissau

Ski Hintersee-Gaissau >
This is a true family skiing paradise just 15 minutes drive from Fuschl. The area offers 40 km of well-prepared pistes for beginners and intermediates, 3 chairlifts and 5 T-bar lifts. It is the most extensive ski resort in the Lake Fuschl Holiday Region. Hintersee-Gaissau is blessed with an excellent snow record and is usually open from December to the end of March. In the winter a daily shuttle bus brings Waldhof guests to the main chair lift station in Hintersee and naturally picks them up again in the afternoon. Special ski pass rates are available for Waldhof guests. For more information simply ask at the reception.

Ski area Zwölferhorn - St. Gilgen >

Ski region Dachstein West >

Ski courses & ski hire

The local ski school has a great success record with both children and adults. Please ask at the hotel reception for price details. We can also recommend the private lessons offered by the school which can be booked at the hotel reception. If you're not planning on bringing your ski equipment with you, don't worry! There is a ski hire shop at the foot of the chair lift station offering a wide range of excellent equipment at competitive prices.