Salzburg Country

Destinations

• Schloss Fuschl

  0 km

  

  

  Countries:	Austria
  Category:	Hotels

  Allow you to be inspired and indulged by imperial charm - just like Elisabeth of Bavaria herself. The fairy-tale castle of Fuschl is situated in a stately setting of incomparable elegance on the shore of the magnificent Fuschlsee. Amid a magical Alpine setting of rich green, the Schloss enchants its guests with its historical ambience and impeccable hospitality. The Imperial Restaurant serves a range of unusual Euro-Asian creations, earning it three toques in Gault Millau.

  Address:

  Hotel Schloss Fuschl, Schlossstrasse 19, 5322 Hof bei Salzburg, Austria

  Contact:

  Wolfgang M. Greiner, host
  Tel.: +43–(0)6229–2253 0 Fax: +43–(0)6229–2253 0
  E-Mail: schlossfuschl@schlossfuschlresort.at

  Parking:

  Parking available directly by the hotel.

  Opening hours:

  Open year-round.

  Good to know:

  A must for visitors: famous works by the Old Masters - the “Schloss Fuschl Collection”.

  Further information:

  www.schlossfuschlresort.at

• Golfclub Salzkammergut

  31 km

  

  

  Countries:	Austria
  Category:	Golf courses

  Play golf in majestic surroundings on the fabulous greens of the Salzkammergut golf club. In 2008 the club celebrates its 75th anniversary which will also see it undergo a minor "facelift". Fairways 16, 17 and 18 are being re-designed. This technically demanding and varied course is picturesquely integrated into the natural surroundings. World class players such as Mark McNulty and Gordon Brand have played here amongst the idyllic rivers and streams and the peaks of the Salzkammergut mountains.

  Address:

  Golfclub Salzkammergut, Wirling 36, 5351 Aigen-Voglhub / Bad Ischl, Austria

  Contact:

  Cornelia Oppeneiger, secretary
  Tel.: +43–(0)6132–26 340 Fax: +43–(0)6132–26 340
  E-Mail: office@salzkammergut-golf.at

  Parking:

  Parking available directly outside the building.

  Opening hours:

  18-hole course open April - November; reception open daily from 08:00 - 18:00 hrs; tee times daily from 08:00 - 18:00 hrs.

  Course:

  One 18-hole course (Par 71).

  Handicap:

  One 18-hole course (Par 71).

  Greenfee:

  One 18-hole course (Par 71).

  Golf Pro:

  Markus Zechmann

  Good to know:

  An unobstructed view of the tee and green 2 can be enjoyed from the sun-facing terrace.

  Further information:

  www.salzkammergut-golf.at

• Winterstellgut inn

  89 km

  

  

  Countries:	Austria
  Category:	Food & drink

  At an altitude of 1.000 meters above sea level, the view over the valleys to the "Bishop's Hat" is simply breath-taking. Monks once used the stables to shelter their horses during wintertime. Today the owner and Red Bull founder Dietrich Mateschitz uses it to breed his famed "Tyrolese Halflingers". The estate, which dates back to the 16th century, has lovingly been restored and houses a restaurant and four modern guest rooms. The small lake is ideal for a refreshing swim on a hot summer’s day.

  Address:

  Winterstellgut, Braunötzhof 4, 5524 Annaberg, Austria

  Contact:

  Elisabeth Arzberger, managing director
  Tel.: +43–(0)6463–600 780 Fax: +43–(0)6463–600 780
  E-Mail: willkommen@winterstellgut.at

  Parking:

  Parking available directly outside the building.

  Opening hours:

  Wed. - Sun. from 11:00 - 00:00 hrs; hot meals 12:00 - 22:00 hrs.; closed April and November; closed Monday and Tuesday.

  Good to know:

  Tastings of high-quality Austrian wines in the wine cellar and fine distilled products from Sigfried Herzog in the small distillery can be arranged.

  Further information:

  www.winterstellgut.at

• Eisriesenwelt Werfen

  129 km

  

  

  Countries:	Austria
  Category:	Sightseeing

  A shimmering metre-thick mass of ice covers the steep rock walls on the interior of the mountain. This transforms gigantic chambers into magical sculptures housed in grottos that exude the feeling of endlessness. This breathtaking spectacle of nature runs for more than 40 kilometres. Visitors can visit the world's largest ice grotto labyrinth by taking 1.400 sturdy steps and paths, to experience this enchanting and unique rock and ice spectacle.

  Address:

  Eisriesenwelt Werfen, Wimmstrasse 24, 5450 Werfen, Austria

  Parking:

  Parking available; it is a 20-minute walk to the cable railway.

  Opening hours:

  May - October; daily from 09:00 - 15:30 hrs (16:30 hrs in July and August).

  Good to know:

  Admission charges: Adults € 19.00 / children € 9.50 (incl. ascent - descent). For the one-hour guided tour at temperatures of around 0°C visitors are advised to wear warm clothes and solid shoes.

  Further information:

  www.eisriesenwelt.at

• Restaurant Obauer

  134 km

  

  

  Countries:	Austria
  Category:	Food & drink

  Two stars in the “Guide Michelin”, four toques by “Gault Millau” and five crowns from “A La Carte”. Hardly another restaurant has been decorated with as many awards as the "Obauer", which is named after the brothers Rudi and Karl. With distinctive style they create harmonious flavours combined of unforgettable aromas. Their cuisine is stamped by wit and abundance of ideas. They combine mountain cheese and hard shell clams, turbot and goose liver to conjure undreamt-of culinary experiences.

  Address:

  Restaurant Obauer, Markt 46, 5450 Werfen, Austria

  Contact:

  Karl und Rudi Obauer, proprietors
  Tel.: +43–(0)6468–5212 0 Fax: +43–(0)6468–5212 0
  E-Mail: ok@obauer.com

  Parking:

  Parking available on the road in front of the building.

  Opening hours:

  Closed Monday and Tuesday; Wed - Sun from 12:00 - 14:00 hrs and 19:00 - 21:00 hrs; closed the first two weeks of November.

  Good to know:

  The Obauer brothers have published their best recipes in a range of superb cook books.

  Further information:

  www.obauer.com

• Taxhof

  184 km

  

  

  Countries:	Austria
  Category:	Food & drink

  Idyllic rural scenery and a harmonious atmosphere, like in Grandfathers’ times. The Unterberger family have been living at the Taxhof since 1687. The family carefully preserve the traditions of their legacy, making their guests feel right at home. The terrace offers magnificent views over the Hohe Tauern national park and the Pinzgauer valley. The cuisine is regional, but nevertheless surprisingly light. It takes you on a culinary ramble through the Pinzgau region.

  Address:

  Taxhof, Hundsdorf 15, 5671 Bruck / Großglocknerstrasse, Austria

  Contact:

  Berta Unterberger, hostess
  Tel.: +43–(0)6545–6261 Fax: +43–(0)6545–6261
  E-Mail: taxhof@sbg.at

  Parking:

  parking available directly outside the building.

  Opening hours:

  July - September Tues - Sun from 16:00 - 20:00 hrs; October and December - June Wed - Sun from 17:00 - 22:00 hrs; closed 4 weeks following Easter and during November.

  Good to know:

  Since 2008 Berta Unterberger now has two futuristically-designed holiday apartments in “Aufberg 1113”, located just a few kilometres away.

  Further information:

  www.taxhof.at

• Mavida Balance Hotel & Spa

  191 km

  

  

  Countries:	Austria
  Category:	Health & spa

  The innovative balance concept is based on a tailor-made combination of pleasure, exercise and relaxation. Futuristic equipment such as the “Blue-Alpha-Box” and the “Floating Tank” serve to awaken the natural balance of body, soul and mind incorporating acoustic massage and steam clouds. The design incorporates natural and regional materials reflecting the beauty of the surrounding mountains. The private Beach Club located directly by the lake offers relaxation in a paradise of peace and quiet.

  Address:

  Mavida Balance Hotel & Spa, Kirchenweg 11, 5700 Zell am See, Austria

  Contact:

  Ilona Bren–Hagleitner, proprietor
  Tel.: +43–(0)6542–5410 Fax: +43–(0)6542–5410
  E-Mail: reservation@mavida.at

  Parking:

  Parking available directly outside the building.

  Opening hours:

  The hotel is open all the year round; the spa daily from 08:00 - 20:00 hrs; the spa reception is open until 19:00 hrs.

  Good to know:

  An excellent idea for relaxation: the Mavida Private Beach Club covers some 5000m² and is located directly on the shores of Zeller Lake.

  Further information:

  www.mavida.at

• Mayer’s Restaurant auf Schloss Prielau

  196 km

  

  

  Countries:	Austria
  Category:	Food & drink

  Schloss Prielau is idyllically located in a park just 200 metres from the banks of the Zeller Lake. The palace has been extensively renovated. Today the palace houses a small luxury hotel and Mayer's, a gourmet restaurant . Within the space of just four years, Chef Andreas Mayer has established himself as one of Austria's elite chefs. This pupil of Witzigmann looks to French cuisine for inspiration, specialising as he does in rich aromas and startling combinations.

  Address:

  Schloss Prielau, Hofmannsthalstrasse, 5700 Zell am See, Austria

  Contact:

  Anette und Andreas Mayer, hosts
  Tel.: +43–(0)6542–72911 0 Fax: +43–(0)6542–72911 0
  E-Mail: info@schloss-prielau.at

  Parking:

  Parking available directly outside the building.

  Opening hours:

  Open year-round; daily except Tuesdays from 18:00 - 00:00, closed in November.

  Good to know:

  Bertelsmann's "Restaurant & Hotel Guide" named Andreas Mayer as the Austrian "Chef of the Year award 2007".

  Further information:

  www.schloss-prielau.at

• Siegfried Herzog Destillate

  208 km

  

  

  Countries:	Austria
  Category:	Local manufacturers

  A world of fruity aromas, full-bodied flavours and sweet scents awaits the visitor behind the doors of the 400 year-old Keilbauer ancestral estate. His unmistakable drams are produced to perfection from ingredients that include elderberries, nuts and rowanberries. In a partnership with Confiserie Berger (confectioners), seasonally available fine chocolate specialities made with Herzog spirits can be purchased in selected schnapps stores.

  Address:

  Siegfried Herzog Destillate, Breitenbergham 5, 5760 Saalfelden, Austria

  Contact:

  Siegfried Herzog
  Tel.: +43–(0)6582–75707 Fax: +43–(0)6582–75707
  E-Mail: s.herzog@sbg.at

  Parking:

  Parking available directly outside the building.

  Opening hours:

  Mon. - Sat. from 08:00 - 12:00 and 13:00 - 17:00 hrs; closed Sunday.

  Good to know:

  At the Destillata-Gala 2008 Siegfried Herzog was again declared "Fine distiller of the Year", the winner from among some 200 participating distilleries.

  Further information:

  www.herzogschnaps.at

• Berger Feinste Confiserie

  235 km

  

  

  Countries:	Austria
  Category:	Local manufacturers

  The two-man chocolate-making workshop run by Hubert und Christine Berger quickly developed to a grand confectionary business. A combination of craftsmen’s perfection and a passion for the "sweet gold" Melted them into the hearts of every Austrian in no time at all. Their confectionary creations made from selected chocolate, nuts and top-class spirits have been showered with awards. And the beautiful packaging makes these truffles, chocolates and confectionary bars a real visual treat too.

  Address:

  Berger Feinste Confiserie, Schokoladenweg 1, 5090 Lofer, Austria

  Contact:

  Hubert und Christine Berger
  Tel.: +43–(0)6588–7616 0 Fax: +43–(0)6588–7616 0
  E-Mail: schokolade@confiserie-berger.at

  Parking:

  Parking available directly outside the building.

  Opening hours:

  Mon. - Sat. from 08:00 - 12:00 and 13:00 - 18:00 hrs; Saturday from 08:00 - 12:00 hrs; closed Sunday.

  Good to know:

  More stores are located in Salzburg and Saalfelden.

  Further information:

  www.confiserie-berger.at

• Red Bull Hangar-7

  276 km

  

  

  Countries:	Austria
  Category:	Museums

  High-flyer Dietrich Mateschitz lifts his guests off their feet in "Hangar-7" at Salzburg Airport. This architectural work of art made of steel and glass cites the shape of a wing. A truly uplifting setting combines aircraft hangar, art gallery and culinary space of excellence. The Ikarus restaurant invites you on a gourmet trip around the world; the restaurant hosts one of the world's elite chefs here every month where they conjure up extraordinary creations in exalted airy surroundings.

  Address:

  Red Bull Hangar-7, Wilhelm-Spazier-Strasse 7A, Salzburg Flughafen, 5020 Salzburg, Austria

  Contact:

  Manuel Lechner, Manager
  Tel.: +43–(0)662–2197 0 Fax: +43–(0)662–2197 0
  E-Mail: office@hangar-7.com

  Parking:

  Parking available directly outside the building.

  Opening hours:

  Hangar-7 open daily from 09:00 - 22:00 hrs; Restaurant Ikarus open daily from 12:00 - 14:00 and 18:30 - 22:00 hrs.

  Good to know:

  The admission is free.

  Further information:

  www.hangar-7.com