Things to do in Lofer
Here are just a very few ideas for things to do and see whilst staying in Lofer

Things to do in Lofer, Austria


Best known as a top family friendly winter destination Lofer also offers an amazing contrast in summer with its warm temperatures and stunning mountain scenery.
GOLFING. Within just 16 - 38 minutes drive from the house you will find lush championship fairways and immaculate greens set in panaromic lake strewn scenery awaiting you.
 


Lofer and St Martin offers an unusual gofing alternative - "Travelling Golf". Its great, healthy fun for kids and adults alike.The course is split into two 9 hole courses, each course covers approximately 8 kms. Each section will take around three hours to complete. Each hole is crafted to be as awkward as possible and found at various intervals along well marked footpaths.The rules are simple; each stroke is a point and if after 6 strokes you fail to pot your ball you score 7 points. The lowest score wins. Go to Lofer Tourist Info office to hire your clubs and balls
The nearest golf courses
16 Minutes (10 miles) Brandlhof Golf Club This 18-hole championship golf course is nestled along the banks of the Saalach overlooking the Pinzgau mountains.
28 minutes (17 miles) Club Urslautal. Is situated on a plateau between Maria Alm and Saalfelden, the course has breath-taking views of the mountains of the “Steinerne Meer” and lush flowering meadows.
38 minutes (26 miles) The Zell am See-Kaprun-Saalbach-Hinterglemm Golf Club, a member of the “Leading Golf Courses Austria”, is the largest golf complex in the Austrian Alps and has two 18- hole championship courses.The clubhouse has an attractive outdoor terrace and excellent catering.
 
SLEIGH RIDE. Get collected directly outside the house for an unforgetable journey in and around Lofer.

We can think of no better way to see the beautiful scenery in and around Lofer than by taking a traditional horse drawn sleigh ride. Enjoy the glistening winter landscape whilst wrapped in warm cosy blankets in winter or alongside the bubbling streams and brooks through the lush meadow with the warm breeze on your face in the summer. You can book your ride at Gasthof Luftenstein in St Martin and choose from a selection of routes and duration from 1.25 hr, 2.5hr or 3.5hr. Night rides and horse riding are also available.
LAKESIDE LUNCH. Dine on the restaurant terrace whilst basking in the Alpine sun overlooking this emerald green lake - Its the closest thing to paradise we know!

There are a multitude of mountain restaurants to visit in and around Lofer - we recommend many in our information pack. If you travel a little further outside Lofer you can discover the gorgeous Seeestaurant Blattl in St Ulrich. Pillersee. It is just 10 miles from the house and you will find it perched just above sea level overlooking the emerald green lake. The restaurant terrace offers a spectacular dining experience with the tranquil lake lapping at the shore within inches of your table. You can also hire a rowing or pedalo boat, swim or simply take a leisurely walk along the gravel pathway which winds around the lake. This is a very quiet spot and not a known tourist location. Lets keep it that way!
 

 

NOT FOR THE FAINT HEARTED! Fancy flying at 130km per hour without a Pilots License - no strings attached?

Not strings just one string - in fact its a very strong steel cable! In nearby Leogang (18 miles) you can experience one of the fastest and longest steel zip lines in the world, courtesy of Flying Fox XXL. Reaching speeds of up to 130 km / h you soar through the the sky at hights up to140 meters with spectacular views of the meadows and forest as they rush past you below. The wire is 1,600 meters long, that's .994 of a mile! Your ticket includes a cable car ride up to the "launch pad". The ride is open in both winter and summer.
The zip wire is reputed to have originated In South America where the mountain farmers crossed ravines, deep valleys and rushing rivers to the mountains opposite using thick steel cables.The first ride was considered to be a special test of courage and sealed the entry into adulthood. Enjoy!