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Nestled on the edge of one of Austria's most famous lakes the picturesque village St. Wolfgang is an ideal resort for those new to winter sports and those who want to simply enjoy a holiday in amidst a beautiful winter landscape. The area is renowned for offering a wide range of winter activities including cross country skiing. Ski tuition takes place at Postalm, reached by a spectacular and often thrilling ski bus ride, 45 minutes away. More advanced and intermediate skiing is on offer in Gosau, 1 hour 30 minutes away. Please note: It is mandatory for ALL children under the age of 15 to wear helmets when participating in winter sports in St. Wolfgang.
Nightlife
St. Wolfgang offers a choice of friendly bars where you can relax and compare your ski stories. Try: · Kap Horn · Kraftstoff Bar · Grabovski Bar · Fun evening entertainment programme with your Crystal rep!
Activities
· Guided walks · Cross-country skiing 'taster’ course · Operetta evening · Bowling · Curling · Skating (when lake is frozen) · Sleigh rides · Snowshoe walks · Thermal baths in Bad Ischl · Balloon rides (weather permitting)
Eating out
A choice of pubs and cafés, where you can enjoy a drink or coffee and cakes. A variety of restaurants available, serving traditional specialities. Please note: Some restaurants are closed in January
Other amenities
· Excursion to Salzburg · Post bus service to Bad Ischl (local spa town) · Shops · Banks
Transfer
please enquire for prices to upgrade to a private transfer
Other information - Cities
Ski Bus
Runs 2-3 times a day to and from Postalm
Runs once a day to and from Gosau
Approx. outward journey times: 0915, 1115 (Postalm) and 0900 (Gosau)Winter Wonderland
If you would like to enjoy the beautiful scenery of St. Wolfgang at a slower pace rather than on downhill skis, may we recommend our Winter Paradise package, which includes the following: • cross-country skiing taster • cross-country day tour • snow-shoe walking including a small snack • day trip to Salzburg.
All for just £69 per adult & £48 per child.
Available with holidays departing from 18/12 to 11/03 (minimum child age 10 years incl; tuition and equipment included, where appropriate; activities take place throughout the week, programme available on arrival, subject to weather conditions).
Please note: Winter Wonderland activities take place during the day therefore you cannot do Winter Wonderland and ski/board school or First Time Skiing/Boarding.Snow Savers
Kids ski free: FREE lift pass for children up to & incl. 5 years.
FREE equipment hire for 1 child (up to & incl. 11 years old) when 2 adults pre-book the same 08/01-21/01 & 26/02-11/03.
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Resort facts
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Transfer time
Salzburg 1hr 15mins
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Typical costs
draught beer €2.90 bottle of house wine €18 coffee €2.50 burger & fries €5.50 -
Fly from
Gatwick; Stansted; Luton; Manchester; Birmingham; Bristol; Newcastle; East Midlands Edinburgh; Glasgow
Skiing in St. Wolfgang
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Advanced Ski Rating
1
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Intermediates Ski Rating
2
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Beginners Ski Rating
5
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Snowboarding Rating
2
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Our best deals to St. Wolfgang
| Leaves | From | To | Board | Price | |
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| Tue 4 January 2011 | London Gatwick | St. Wolfgang in Austria | Full board |
£249 based on 4 sharing |
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| Tue 4 January 2011 | London Gatwick | St. Wolfgang in Austria | Half board |
£300 based on 4 sharing |
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| Tue 4 January 2011 | London Gatwick | St. Wolfgang in Austria | Half board |
£353 based on 4 sharing |
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| Tue 4 January 2011 | London Gatwick | St. Wolfgang in Austria | Half board |
£418 based on 4 sharing |