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Lakes&Mountains
biking and hiking at the Salzkammergut
at the **Bergrose Hideaway / Strobl at Lake Wolfgang
- biking and hiking tours in different difficulty levels
- pure relaxation and exquisit culinary experiences
Strobl:The Wolfgangsee is probably the most famous lake in the Salzkammergut surrounded by mountains, meadows and forests. Peace and relaxation, if you wish - but also the colorful life of a fully developed guest paradise: the crystal-clear lake, the multitude of hiking and walking trails, the wide range of sports and leisure activities, even on days when the famous torrential rain falls shows its best side again, the cozy inns and cafés, the traditional events and the warmth of the residents will make your holiday a special experience. An ideal starting point for excursions to the entire Salzkammergut and to the Mozart city of Salzburg.
Accommodation: ** Bergrose Hideaway
The Bergrose Hideaway is a Slow Travel Hotel © – and the first ever. This idea is based on a philosophy that creates more awareness for travel – for travellers, for the hosts and all those involved. The Bergrose Hideaway is about reducing your holiday to the important – nature, tranquility, authenticity and awareness.
Location: situated in idyllic and peaceful surroundings with great view of the towering Alpine foothills, scenic forests and lush meadows. The centre of Strobl, and Lake Wolfgangsee are about 1 km away.
Facilities: high-quality restaurant, rose bar, terrace with garden, library, relaxation room, elevator, bike storage facilities behind the house. Beautiful spa area with indoor swimming pool, sauna, brine steam bath, Jacuzzi, massage showers. For an extra charge: Massage Whirlpool and massages. Outdoor relaxing area with beautiful romantic garden at the Weissenbach (White Creek) with sunbathing area. Free parking at the hotel, free Wi-Fi in the hotel.
Rooms: All rooms (30) are tastefully furnished, with bath or shower / toilet, toiletries, beach bag, hair dryer, cosmetic mirror, cable TV, safe and balcony.
Double Room - 23m ², double room for single occupancy and suites (32 m²) available on request
Cycling and activity suggestions:
Tour I: Round tour Lake Wolfgangsee (approx. 23 km)
Cycle along the lake shore to St. Gilgen (birth place of Mozart’s mother and sister) and take the ferry boat from St. Gilgen to Ried (incl. Bike), a hamlet of St. Wolfgang. In St. Wolfgang we recommend to stroll through the village and visit the famous pilgrimage church with the Michael-Pacher-altar. Afterwards continue along the lake shore and cycle back to Strobl. (Alternative: boat trip from St. Wolfgang back to Strobl).
Tour II: Cycle Tour to Bad Ischl (approx. 28 km)
From Weissenbach/Strobl and Lindau to the Emperor town Bad Ischl. In Bad Ischl you can stroll through the town or you can make use of the sightseeing train or horse-drawn carriages to see the most important sights (Emperors villa, Kurpark, Trinkhalle, Pfarrgasse, Café Zauner and much more).
Afterwards cycle back via Pfandl, Windhag to Strobl.
Tour III: Cycle Tour to lake Hallstättersee (approx. 58 km)
Cycle from Weissenbach/Strobl and Lindau to Bad Ischl. Continue along the river Traun via Lauffen to Bad Goisern. After Bad Goisern you will reach Au / Steeg and then you are already at the dark blue Lake Hallstättersee. From Au you will follow the eastern shore cycling path without traffic to the train station Hallstatt. Leave your bikes there and take the ferry boat to the other side of the lake, to the UNESCO World Heritage village Hallstatt. After your round walk in Hallstatt you take the ferry back to the train station and we recommend to take the train back to Bad Ischl. From Bad Ischl you cycle back to Strobl.
Tour IV: Cycle tour to lake Mondsee and drive round (approx. 63 km)
Start your tour in Strobl and cycle to St. Gilgen. Continue over the mountain Scharfling (short but steep ascent) past the Lake Krottensee till you reach Lake Mondsee. Drive round the Lake Mondsee and visit the beautiful village Mondsee where you can visit the famous basilica (famous from the movie “Sound of Music”).
Additional proposal Lake Attersee (+ 7 km)
At the east end of lake Mondsee you will reach the place Au and from there you only drive approx. 3,5 km to Lake Attersee. You can drive to the village Unterach at lake Attersee and drive back 3,5 km to the lake Mondsee where can continue your round tour. Go back over the Scharfling and continue to St. Gilgen and Strobl to your accommodation. Both lakes are inviting for a refreshing bath or a boat tour.
Tour V: Cycle tour to lake Traunsee with boat and train ride (approx. 66 km)
Cycle from Strobl to Bad Ischl. Go through Bad Ischl along the cycle path of the river Traun to Ebensee. Here you reach Lake Traunsee. Boat trip from Ebensee to Gasthof Hoisn. Then continue your journey via Gmunden, Altmünster and Traunkirchen back to Ebensee. In Ebensee take the train back to Bad Ischl. Here you can take the bus or cycle back to Strobl.
Tour VI: Sightseeing Salzburg (cycle free day)
Take the public bus (or your private car) to Salzburg. Duration with the bus approx. 1 hour. The most important highlights of Salzburg like Getreidegasse, the cathedral of Salzburg with the Residenzplatz, Modern Art Museum at the Mönchsberg, Mirabell gardens and castle Mirabell, museum of nature, living- and birth house of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Fortress Hohensalzburg and much more you can reach easily on foot.
Tip: with the Salzburg Card 24 hours you have free, single admission to all of the city's attractions and you have free use of public transport (Stadtbus) including bus number 25 to Untersberg cableway.
You can buy the Salzburg Card in advance directly via us, Salzkammergut Touristik.
Hiking and activity suggestions:
Tour I: Path of the Pilgrims: St. Gilgen – St. Wolfgang and back from Abersee to Strobl
~ 15 km, 5 hrs, difference in altitude ascent 365 m, difficulty: moderate
Boat trip von Strobl to St. Gilgen (extra to pay on spot). At the Fürberg Inn begins the old pilgrimage route to the historic Falkenstein chapel. The trail is lined with wayside shrines and small chapels and from the top you can enjoy a spectacular view of the lake and its surroundings. The trail finishes in the old pilgrimage site St. Wolfgang. Ferry to Abersee and walk through the nature reserve Blinklingmoos back to Strobl.
Another possibility is to walk from Strobl to St. Gilgen along the lake shore of Wolfgangsee: ~ 12 km; 3 hrs, difference in altitude ascent 75 m / descent 75 m, difficulty: introductory
Tour II: Postalm mountain pastures
difficulty: introductory - moderate
Ascent on the toll road (payment on spot) to the Postalm. Choose from several differently themed round courses and enjoy the wonderful panorama of the Postalm plateau. Various excellent rest stops offer local food & drinks.
Tour III: Bürgl Panoramic Walk and further to St. Wolfgang– Abersee – Strobl
~ 16 km; 4-5 hrs, difference in altitude ascent 200 m, difficulty: introductory
A beautifully scenic tour along Lake Wolfgangsee.
A beautiful path leads along the Bürglpromenade (lakeside walk) to the beginning of a long wooden walkway which, in turn, leads around the Bürglstein rock itself. Continue along the picturesque lakeside promenade to St. Wolfgang. The cogwheel railway to Mount Schafberg is a must if have some time in St. Wolfgang.
Ferry to Abersee and walk through the nature reserve Blinklingmoos back to Strobl.
Tour IV: Walk along the shores of Lake Hallstättersee incl. ferry to Hallstatt
~9,5 km, 3 hrs, difficulty: introductory
Take the bus to Steeg / Hallstätter See Au on the northern end of Lake Hallstättersee
The Fjord-like lake, formed by the glaciers of the Ice Age 10 000 years ago, looks impressive.
The trail follows the eastern shore through forest and over a rope bridge to Hallstatt Station. Take the ferry to the UNESCO World Heritage village Hallstatt and enjoy one of Austria’s most famous postcard views.
Return from Hallstatt by bus.
Tour V: Brine Trail from Bad Ischl to Bad Goisern
~9 km, 3 hrs, difference in altitude ascent 235 m, difficulty: introductory
Take the bus to Bad Ischl and plan some time for a stroll through the town.
The trail starts at the riverside promenade and follows the Traun river. You pass the Mount Katrin cable car station (Bad Ischl’s landmark mountain) and come to the hamlet of Lauffen with its once popular pilgrimage church, where people prayed for safe passage on the wild waters of the Traun River.
You finish in Bad Goisern, return by bus or train.
Tour VI: Sightseeing Salzburg
Take the public bus (or your private car) to Salzburg. Duration with the bus approx. 1 hour. The most important highlights of Salzburg like Getreidegasse, the cathedral of Salzburg with the Residenzplatz, Modern Art Museum at the Mönchsberg, Mirabell gardens and castle Mirabell, museum of nature, living- and birth house of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Fortress Hohensalzburg and much more you can reach easily on foot.
Tip: with the Salzburg Card 24 hours you have free, single admission to all of the city's attractions and you have free use of public transport (Stadtbus) including bus number 25 to Untersberg cableway.
You can buy the Salzburg Card in advance directly via us, Salzkammergut Touristik.
Arrangement
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overnight stay with breakfast buffet
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half board - 4-course dinner - main course of choice (MON and TUE day of rest)
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welcome video with explanations and information you need for this tour
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Boat trip on Lake Wolfgangsee from St. Gilgen to Ried-Falkenstein (incl. bike) if you want to book the cycling suggestion Tour I
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Boat trip on Lake Wolfgangsee from Strobl to St. Gilgen if you want to book the hiking suggestion Tour I
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Boat trip on Lake Wolfgangsee from Strobl to St. Gilgen if you want to book the hiking suggestion Tour I
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Cycling and hiking map Salzkammergut / Salzburg (per room)
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Daily service hotline from 8.00 am to 6.00 pm (also on weekends)
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‘A Tree for your booking’ – for every hiking tour booked with us a tree is planted
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parking
Prices per person and arrangement in €:
| 15.04. – 02.06.2024 15.09. – 13.10.2024 |
02.06. – 15.09.2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Double room Home Standard | 1020,-- | 1090,-- |
| Supplement double room for single use | 452,-- | 452,-- |
| Arrival | Daily | Daily |
Bike rental
| Week rates (7=6) | Price in € |
|---|---|
| Trekking bike 21-gear KTM | 108,-- |
| E-Bike Flyer (from 158 cm) | 204,-- |
| Mountain bike | 185,-- |
| E-mountain bike hard tail | 270,-- |
| E-mountain bike fully | 330,-- |
| Children's bike (up to 145 cm) | 90,-- |
| Child’s seat (max 1 seat per bike) | 90,-- |
| Children’s trailer | 90,-- |
| 1 Bicycle-bag | 18,-- |
| Helmet | 18,-- |
| Mobile phone holder | 18,-- |
Please note: Price on request for extra-large bikes (body height > 190 cm)
- We strongly recommend the use of helmets! For children up to 11,9 years, helmets are mandatory to wear in Austria (also in child bike seats or trailers)
- Transport to another place than Bad Ischl on request
- E-Bike suitable for 12 yrs or older
- Loss of the bicycle key: charge of € 15,--.
- The tenant is liable for damage or theft.
The standard terms and conditions of the Salzkammergut Touristik GmbH apply in the current version.
Rates and operating hours / timetables are subject to change
Our recommendations:
Get a travel cancellation insurance.
Informationen
For environmental reasons, we recommend arriving and departing by public transport (train/bus). We are happy to help you organise your train journey within Austria. Talk to us!
"A tree for your booking" – Cooperation project with Austrian Federal Forests
For every bike or hiking tour in the region booked with us, a tree is planted in the Weißenbach valley – near Bad Ischl. With this campaign we want to generate awareness for climate-friendly travel and take responsibility for a world worth living in.