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Why not try...
Some entrances, tolls and optional extras are payable locally. Reduced prices for children up to 12 yrs incl. Infants who do not require a seat are FREE. If you wish to explore Hallstatt plus the Ice Caves or Salt Mines please upgrade in resort.Pre-bookable excursions Cesky Krumlov (Mon) £45 Berchtesgaden (Mon) £28 Hallstatt (Tue) £25 Salzkammergut Lakes Tour (Thur) £25 Salzburg (Fri) £28 -
So what's it like?
Culture
Take a step back in time and experience an idyllic Austrian lakeside village at its best. A horse and carriage ride is the best way to explore the surrounding area, stop for lunch at one of the farms along the way, sampling the local produce including the locally brewed 'most', Austrian scrumpy cider.
Enjoying St. Wolfgang's musical history is a must, the most famous example is the 1897 operetta the 'White Horse Inn', based around the hotel of the same name, alongside regular concerts and performances in the village. Bi-weekly during high season the village comes alive with the 'Summer Nights' festival. Musicians and performers will entertain you into the night as they play throughout the whole of the village centre. The pilgrimage church is well worth a visit, dating from the 10th century and built by the Saint from who the village is named after. The centrepiece, a winged altarpiece designed by Michael Pacher was added in the 15th century. Take a gentle spin on a pedalo or try your hand at waterskiing, alternatively sit in one of the many lake terrace cafés enjoying a drink and ice cream, marvelling in the spectacular scenery laid out before you. Why not try -- visiting Mozart's birthplace and home to the 'Sound of Music', Salzburg
- a visit to Hallstatt, breathtaking village perched on the edge of Lake Hallstatt
- a day trip to Cesky Krumlov, medieval Czech town that provided Disney's inspiration for Pinocchio's home
- taking a nostalgic ride on the Schafberg cog railway to get the best views around
Berchtesgaden Historic Tour (Mon) from £28
Cesky Krumlov (Mon) from £45
Trip to Bertchesgaden town - famous for its salt mines and Hilters Eagles Nest. Visit the historic tea house wit awe-inspiring views.
A chance to visit the Czech Republic and experience this historical and colourful medieval town, the inspiration for Walt Disney's Pinocchio. Hallstatt (Tues) from £25
The jewel in the crown of the Austrian lakes district, Halstatt is a picturesque village perched on the edge of imposing mountains in front of crystal blue lake waters. Salzkammergut Lakes Tour (Thurs) from £25
A picturesque tour around the lakes of the Salzkammergut area including Mondsee, home of The Sound of Music church and St Wolfgang, home to the famous 'White Horse Inn'. Salzburg City Tour (Fri) from £28
A city made famous by its music, Salzburg is home to Mozart and The Sound of Music. Explore the cobbled old town, the cathedral and medieval fortress before crossing the river to stroll through the pretty gardens of the Mirabell Palace. Please note: some entrances, tolls and optional extras are payable locally. Reduced prices for children up to 12 yrs incl. Infants who do not require a seat are FREE.Active
During the summer the Wolfgangsee, or Lake Wolfgang can reach temperatures of up to 24ºC, making it ideal for swimming as well as many other activities. A lot of the hotels have their own private bathing areas and there are also public bathing areas to use.
There are various places along the lakeside where motor boats, pedaloes, rowing boats can be hired and there are centres along the lake offering tubing and banana boat rides. A highlight for watersports enthusiasts is the water ski and wake board school at the Hotel Furian. The hotel has it's own speed boats including Mastercraft X-Star and Sport Star, excellent equipment and professional instruction. Whether you are trying one of these exciting sports for the first time or are a seasoned pro, the excellent instructors will make sure you have everything you need for a truly great holiday memory!• lake bathing in temperatures up to 24ºC • windsurfing at Ried • sailing • water skiing and wake boarding • pedaloes, rowing boats and motor boats • indoor/outdoor tennis courts • golf • bicycles for hire • horse and carriage rides • live music • Scalaria air challenge in July • Summer Nights festival during July and August
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St. Wolfgang is a charming and historic village, in a beautiful setting on the banks of Lake Wolfgang. The village centre has an ancient pilgrimage church and frescoed old buildings as well as the 'White Horse Inn' made famous by the Operetta of the same name. Music is very important to the resort, with light classical, folklore and operatic concerts and twice weekly brass band concerts in the village square. Whether you are looking for a relaxing time cruising the crystal clear waters of a mountain lake, a fantastic base to walk around the mountains, or a centre with a great excursion programme, St. Wolfgang has everything!