Encounter ### The motto of the summer retreat is to arrive, submerge and revive. Anyone who has experienced it once, can't get enough of it. ### Active ### Explore ### Only few regions can match the Salzkammergut. Especially when it comes to the quality of the rivers and lakes. ### Only Few regions can match the Salzkammergut. Especially when it comes to the quality of the rivers and lakes. ### Space to create ### Sommerfrische reloaded ### Come with us to the lakes of the Austrian Prealps. Into the heart of the country, where the emperor and his entourage used to spend their summer holidays. More than 100 years later, this diverse region has become even more attractive. As an antidote to the city monotony, to the sultry, stuffy air around the metropolises and as a hopeful scenario that something like a natural recharging station still exists. ### Winter as it should be ### In the winter paradise Salzkammergut, you can be sporty or enjoy a calm and cosy day. While untouched snow-covered hills, perfectly prepared slopes and cross-country trails as well as innumerable winter sport possibilities provide for an adventurous vacation far away from the usual rush, numerous traditions and customs - from the contemplative Advent up to the foolish carnival - guarantee a varied stay in the midst of a romantic winter landscape. ### All ### winter experiences ### Advent and tradition ### Cosy winter experiences ### In addition to the peaceful Advent atmosphere and action-packed winter sports, you can also experience other facets of winter in the Salzkammergut. How about romantic horse-drawn carriage rides, for example? ### Horse-drawn carriage rides ### Joy becomes noticeable... ### ...at the various events in the winterly Salzkammergut. It comes into being when customs are cultivated with a lot of tenderness and love. Whether it is the peaceful Advent, the festive farewell to the old year, the "Glöckler" ringing brightly through the night or the cheerful Fassching: they give the locals and guests pure joy of life. ### Cross Country ski report ### Weather report ### Snow reports ### Stories from the Salzkammergut ### Water temperatures lakes ### Here you can find out the water temperatures for the most beautiful swimming lakes in the Salzkammergut. So that nothing stands in the way of a jump into the refreshing water. ### still ### or sparkling ### Delivery service in the districts of Gmunden and Vöcklabruck ### Even if physical social contacts are to be avoided absolutely at present, at least the delivery of goods on your doorstep can be made possible. These companies in the districts of Gmunden and Vöcklabruck have informed us that they are at your disposal with delivery service despite business closure. ### Great prices in the Salzkammergut Advent calendar! Once again this year great prizes await the winners. From noble hotel accommodations to tickets and specialities from the Salzkammergut region, everything is included! ### Winter experiences in the Salzkammergut ### In the cold season the Salzkammergut turns out to be the dream of every winter sportsman. Skiing, cross-country skiing, ski touring, snowboarding or snowshoeing; unique scenic conditions as well as impressive panoramas guarantee a unique winter sports experience! ### Top 8 ski resorts ### Two planks and a lot of snow ### Let yourself be carried away to the best prepared slopes of the skiing regions of the Salzkammergut. Whether snowboarding or freeriding, carving, moguls or deep-snow skiing, there is something for everyone on over 300 kilometres of slopes! ### Skiing ### Secure benefits ### With the Salzkammergut WinterCard you save money: Discounts at many attractions in the Salzkammergut. Up to 25% discount on the over 120 most popular attractions, and free time offers in the Salzkammergut. ### Ski tours ### Cross-country skiing with pleasure ### More than 700 kilometres of cross-country skiing trails in the Salzkammergut offer the right thing for every sporting need. Enjoy the isolation and tranquillity while you glide or skate along the tracks and breathe the fresh mountain air. ### Cross-country skiing
