Winter break in the Salzkammergut - holiday programme
The tickle of the winter sun, the crunch of snow under your feet, the passing of a dreamlike winter landscape. The various delicacies that come to the table in the warm parlour. Traditional events take place: a piece of living tradition.
This is how you can imagine winter in the Salzkammergut. So that you can really enjoy your winter holiday in the Salzkammergut, we have put together some activities for you.
Winter hiking in the Salzkammergut
The beautiful landscape of the Salzkammergut can be enjoyed not only on hot summer days. Snow-covered or leaf-free trees and the low sun make the surroundings appear in a completely different light. And what better way to enjoy this than after the hectic Christmas shopping. A winter walk between the holidays will certainly help you to relax.
Winter hiking in Mondsee
Whether there is snow or not, the hiking trails in the Mondsee-Irrsee region invite you to discover the area around the holidays.
Tip in case of snow: Rent snowshoes - very easy at the Mondsee tourist office.
Available during the opening hours of the tourist office from 27 to 29 December and 2 to 5 January from 8:00-12:00.
Trendy sports experience
There are many advantages to hiking with snowshoes:
It is easy to learn, can be practised without any special prior knowledge and is suitable for all ages.
If you would like to try out this trendy sport during the winter holidays, you can hire snowshoes.
Picnic on the Buchberg
The meadows are covered in hoarfrost or the first snow, you can breathe in the clear winter air under idyllic snow-covered treetops and enjoy the wintry landscape above Lake Attersee.
Pack your rucksack for a picnic on the Buchberg. Well equipped with hot tea or punch and a few Christmas biscuits, you're ready to go. Hardly any other mountain in the region offers such a sensational panorama for all fitness levels.
Winter fun for everyone: tobogganing
Whether during the day or in the evening, tobogganing is a fun activity that counteracts boredom during the winter holidays. As you trudge through the snow, the cold is quickly forgotten. The snow-covered landscape and the tranquillity of nature cast a spell over you. Once you arrive at the start of the toboggan run, the warm parlour of the hut invites you to take a cosy break.
Onto the ice or into the icy water
Brrrrr, it's cold when you go to the lake in winter in your swimwear. But definitely worth a try. For all those who want to stick to the classic winter activities, here are the regions' recommendations: Ice sports such as ice skating or curling.
Winter swimming on Lake Attersee
Diving into Lake Attersee - in the middle of winter: the perfect remedy for the winter blues. Ice bathing boosts the immune system and ensures the powerful release of adrenaline, endorphins and anti-inflammatory substances.
What are the benefits of ice bathing? Supports regeneration (for athletes), strengthens the immune system (with regular ice bathing), and much more
Ice sports in the Salzkammergut
You can enjoy ice skating, curling and ice hockey during your winter holidays in Mondsee. In the covered ice rink you can enjoy sporting activities whatever the weather. Holiday fun for young and old guaranteed.
The Mondsee ice rink is open daily from 14:00-18:00 during the holidays (special opening hours on 24.12. and 25.12.).
A hearty game of curling
Curling has a long tradition in the Attersee-Attergau region. Curling is popular with young and old alike. What is it all about? Shooting the curling stick over the long ice rink as close as possible to the "stave". And above all, socialising.
An ideal opportunity to try out or intensify a new winter sport during the holidays.
Indoor and outdoor activities for the winter holidays
The great leisure programme in the Salzkammergut offers variety even in rainy weather. For example, a visit to the salt worlds in Hallstatt, the bouldering center, or the KristallSalzWelt. After an active day in the great outdoors, the Salzkammergut is also well catered for.
Once it snows, get out on the slope
Whether skiing, tobogganing, snowtubing or snowbiking. This guarantees winter holiday fun.
