--- title: Region Wolfgangsee url: "https://www.salzkammergut.at/en/oesterreich-destination/detail/22/wolfgangsee.html" description: The Bad Ischl - Wolfgangsee region. Discover the former summer resorts. You are the main actor/actress on the stage called Salzkammergut. date: 2012-03-05 modified: 2026-06-30 --- # Region Wolfgangsee Wolfgangsee ============= St. Gilgen ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/300304/6C066DA74C00B2BEEB0C2F0E4934DB41A89D12CE34BBEF8EF53B70270F3B7F14/winterpanorama-sankt-wolfgang-mit-schafberg.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/300305/E03A6A48F6E130F5E51A84C66080F2E94F0552E208976628784AA2FCC511C74A/winterwandern-auf-der-postalm-am-wolfgangsee.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/300306/563E030ADE4542F1F70FD14728059C1B6CA22F980677048759486E4FB8B88DAB/postalm-wolfgangsee-panoramaloipe.jpg) View copyright © WTG Close copyright [ ![Lake Wolfgang is well worth a visit at any time of year. Winter sports enthusiasts will also find plenty to enjoy here at the Postalm.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/300304/6C066DA74C00B2BEEB0C2F0E4934DB41A89D12CE34BBEF8EF53B70270F3B7F14/winterpanorama-sankt-wolfgang-mit-schafberg.jpg "© WTG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/300304/6C066DA74C00B2BEEB0C2F0E4934DB41A89D12CE34BBEF8EF53B70270F3B7F14/winterpanorama-sankt-wolfgang-mit-schafberg.jpg) View copyright © WTG Close copyright [ ![The Postalm is Austria’s largest contiguous alpine pasture area. In both summer and winter, it is an ideal place for long hikes and walks amidst stunning natural scenery.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/300305/E03A6A48F6E130F5E51A84C66080F2E94F0552E208976628784AA2FCC511C74A/winterwandern-auf-der-postalm-am-wolfgangsee.jpg "© WTG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/300305/E03A6A48F6E130F5E51A84C66080F2E94F0552E208976628784AA2FCC511C74A/winterwandern-auf-der-postalm-am-wolfgangsee.jpg) View copyright © WTG Close copyright [ ![Cross-country skiing on Lake Wolfgang is the best way to explore the countryside in winter, whether along the lake or via the Postalm.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/300306/563E030ADE4542F1F70FD14728059C1B6CA22F980677048759486E4FB8B88DAB/postalm-wolfgangsee-panoramaloipe.jpg "© WTG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/300306/563E030ADE4542F1F70FD14728059C1B6CA22F980677048759486E4FB8B88DAB/postalm-wolfgangsee-panoramaloipe.jpg) View copyright © Österreich Werbung Close copyright [ ![The Wolfgangsee Advent, held in all three towns on Lake Wolfgang, has been the most popular and largest Advent market in the Salzkammergut for well over 10 years](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/300307/3D091891F7AC3A11F048207A59EAF510F42721E600775C5CB23A19E92386072E/laternenblick-wolfgangseer-advent.jpg "© Österreich Werbung") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/300307/3D091891F7AC3A11F048207A59EAF510F42721E600775C5CB23A19E92386072E/laternenblick-wolfgangseer-advent.jpg) View copyright © WTG Close copyright [ ![The symbol of the Wolfgangsee Advent season is the floating ‘Light of Peace’ lantern, which is just under 20 metres high.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/300308/6EC24A98B1752B2314929D7FBE4F83E82D35D2580422006A0B318B7AFD2DA1D2/friedenslichtlaterne-wolfgangseer-advent.jpg "© WTG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/300308/6EC24A98B1752B2314929D7FBE4F83E82D35D2580422006A0B318B7AFD2DA1D2/friedenslichtlaterne-wolfgangseer-advent.jpg) View copyright © WTG Close copyright [ ![Kalvarienberg is situated above Sankt Wolfgang. From here, you have a fantastic view over Lake Wolfgang.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/300290/94E2B5388B1789B4238A4695838E9C135889589B67FC6B7F9A77B7F1115659DC/sankt-wolfgang-ausblick-vom-kalvarienberg.jpg "© WTG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/300290/94E2B5388B1789B4238A4695838E9C135889589B67FC6B7F9A77B7F1115659DC/sankt-wolfgang-ausblick-vom-kalvarienberg.jpg) View copyright © WTG Airpix Close copyright [ ![For over 1,000 years, Sankt Wolfgang has been a destination of choice for visitors from near and far. The town originally began as a place of pilgrimage.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/300291/0EBCBCDC3B5984BE6C11C40D373E9495B137F9A17098F4B87158B9E6F1B62529/sankt-wolfgangsee-luftaufnahme.jpg "© WTG Airpix") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/300291/0EBCBCDC3B5984BE6C11C40D373E9495B137F9A17098F4B87158B9E6F1B62529/sankt-wolfgangsee-luftaufnahme.jpg) View copyright © WTG Airpix Close copyright [ ![The Mozart village of Sankt Gilgen on Lake Wolfgang is the largest of the three villages on the lake. With its many shops, restaurants and the newly redesigned lakeside promenade, it’s a place you’ll want to linger in.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/300292/859C9DFFECD6294399F5ECC04CA8C23B2BF9C96A3E459BD2053F6A18CC094918/sankt-gilgen-am-wolfgangsee-luftaufnahme.jpg "© WTG Airpix") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/300292/859C9DFFECD6294399F5ECC04CA8C23B2BF9C96A3E459BD2053F6A18CC094918/sankt-gilgen-am-wolfgangsee-luftaufnahme.jpg) View copyright © WTG Close copyright [ ![From Strobl on Lake Wolfgang, countless walks and nature experiences await you. The sunset along the Strobl lakeside promenade is the most beautiful in the whole of the Salzkammergut.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/300293/707BBD42B0322874EA1F11B38FC5A0F1A5AFCD0AB57E165947D2C2129784476E/strobl-luftaufnahme.jpg "© WTG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/300293/707BBD42B0322874EA1F11B38FC5A0F1A5AFCD0AB57E165947D2C2129784476E/strobl-luftaufnahme.jpg) View copyright © WTG Close copyright [ ![The numerous huts and alpine inns around Lake Wolfgang not only invite you to linger, but also offer regional specialities and delicious treats.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/300294/DF7171F0540CCF7FA8FFF9B87E5EF64AEC25C249EC7263B9B9531A71E964CC4E/almjause-am-zwoelferhorn-am-wolfgangsee.jpg "© WTG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/300294/DF7171F0540CCF7FA8FFF9B87E5EF64AEC25C249EC7263B9B9531A71E964CC4E/almjause-am-zwoelferhorn-am-wolfgangsee.jpg) View copyright © WTG Close copyright [ ![Every October, the festively decorated cattle are brought back down from the alpine pastures to the valley. This is always a reason to celebrate: the Wolfgangsee cattle drive.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/300295/D541F2EB70EFAEC1AC53DFD8D99909FA5902D6CF1FA81B48922C0336960FB60C/almabtrieb-am-wolfgangsee.jpg "© WTG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/300295/D541F2EB70EFAEC1AC53DFD8D99909FA5902D6CF1FA81B48922C0336960FB60C/almabtrieb-am-wolfgangsee.jpg) View copyright © Oberösterreich Tourismus Close copyright [ ![Lifestyle on Lake Wolfgang means enjoying life and sharing experiences together. A broad outlook rather than just a view. An experience rather than just a highlight.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/300296/0D8D22EBE084CA5FC6779A32D6790B23A05F80D6F8602CFF3D0F06ADD252E825/gruppe-am-steg-am-wolfgangsee.jpg "© Oberösterreich Tourismus") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/300296/0D8D22EBE084CA5FC6779A32D6790B23A05F80D6F8602CFF3D0F06ADD252E825/gruppe-am-steg-am-wolfgangsee.jpg) View copyright © WTG Close copyright [ ![Together rather than just a community. Family fun is guaranteed at Lake Wolfgang. Anyone who has ever enjoyed a sunset at Schafberg on Lake Wolfgang won’t forget it in a hurry.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/300297/1FB8C81F62330B41CAE8CD67A5B7D6276B0F6E01D73B74AA12142260B759B28A/sonnenuntergang-am-schafberg.jpg "© WTG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/300297/1FB8C81F62330B41CAE8CD67A5B7D6276B0F6E01D73B74AA12142260B759B28A/sonnenuntergang-am-schafberg.jpg) View copyright © Instersport Austria Close copyright [ ![Lake Wolfgang has drinking-water quality and is therefore one of the most popular and warmest lakes for water sports in Austria.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/300298/A660FE9681B63A23AAAFF7CC891E02A25A299258A2FB269EE6EC5A90F02BB4BB/junges-paar-am-steg-am-wolfgangsee.jpg "© Instersport Austria") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/300298/A660FE9681B63A23AAAFF7CC891E02A25A299258A2FB269EE6EC5A90F02BB4BB/junges-paar-am-steg-am-wolfgangsee.jpg) View copyright © WTG Close copyright [ ![SUP boarding is the latest water sport. The crystal-clear Lake Wolfgang is ideal for kayaking, surfing, sailing or simply swimming.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/300299/7AF94145C9FAA66B6C37BAE20DD4291B42ABE5D2618F5476F4DEF65D74EC95A2/sup-wolfgangsee.jpg "© WTG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/300299/7AF94145C9FAA66B6C37BAE20DD4291B42ABE5D2618F5476F4DEF65D74EC95A2/sup-wolfgangsee.jpg) View copyright © WTG Close copyright [ ![Whether it’s a leisurely ride around Lake Wolfgang, a challenging route around the Schafberg, or a climb up the Zwölferhorn, Lake Wolfgang has the perfect route for every cyclist.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/300300/797D93081CB28858B7BC0A5FBAB3A2A67B8DEDE785A1B03E0B1778D86CAB6450/radfahren-am-wolfgangsee.jpg "© WTG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/300300/797D93081CB28858B7BC0A5FBAB3A2A67B8DEDE785A1B03E0B1778D86CAB6450/radfahren-am-wolfgangsee.jpg) View copyright © WTG Close copyright [ ![At the top of the Schafberg, you can enjoy an unrivalled 360-degree panoramic view. This includes the surrounding lakes, such as the Mondsee.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/300301/CFBC469BF4E27B7C806FF493B769B708BE83C4ADF7036AE6B70715BC186BD5B4/schutzhuette-himmelspforte-am-schafberg.jpg "© WTG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/300301/CFBC469BF4E27B7C806FF493B769B708BE83C4ADF7036AE6B70715BC186BD5B4/schutzhuette-himmelspforte-am-schafberg.jpg) View copyright © WTG Close copyright [ ![A rack-and-pinion railway takes you up to the 1,783-metre-high Schafberg – with its striking silhouette and home to Austria’s oldest mountain hotel – in 35 minutes.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/300302/C514D54FDA6EEC4269CFEB4F4A4EFCA766EF22A0B1A0B0B42EFDDA1FF2C89C36/schafbergbahn-am-wolfgangsee.jpg "© WTG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/300302/C514D54FDA6EEC4269CFEB4F4A4EFCA766EF22A0B1A0B0B42EFDDA1FF2C89C36/schafbergbahn-am-wolfgangsee.jpg) View copyright © WTG Close copyright [ ![Since 1873, the boats operated by WolfgangseeSchifffahrt have been running tirelessly between the towns of St. Gilgen, Strobl and St. Wolfgang.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/300303/6F26B28D50470477375DCB287D70343B1DE651A907F2F5959A56609DC823487B/schaufelradmotorschiff-kaiser-franz-josef.jpg "© WTG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/300303/6F26B28D50470477375DCB287D70343B1DE651A907F2F5959A56609DC823487B/schaufelradmotorschiff-kaiser-franz-josef.jpg) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=&lon=&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) #### **Lake Wolfgangsee in winter - romantic, sporty, relaxing** Because winter at Lake Wolfgangsee is a varied balance between nature and culture, between alone and together, between action and tranquillity, between alpine originality and modern, gastronomic offerings. The Wolfgangsee region is a paradise for cross-country skiing, alpine skiing, snowboarding, touring, winter hiking and much more! Treat yourself to a romantic horse-drawn sleigh ride or enjoy the wellness offers at Lake Wolfgangsee. Dining in one of the numerous restaurants and then enjoying a night out in the bars and pubs - that's a holiday at Lake Wolfgangsee in winter! 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