Mountain pleasure &
water sports
Still more possibilities for summer lovers at lake Achensee
Varied summer holidays in Tyrol
Our hotel at lake Achensee is the perfect starting point for a summer full of possibilities. In addition to numerous hiking trails, diverse mountain bike trails and a multitude of water sports activities, the region around our hotel in Pertisau offers numerous further leisure activities. Especially in summer there will be no limits.
Running & Nordic Walking
Around lake Achensee you can either move along the shore or over green meadows and through fragrant forests. With a little bit more power you will go up into the mountain world. More than 180 km of signposted running trails will offer you variety and new challenges. Or you participate in one of our hiking events.
In airy heights - climbing and tandem flights
The Rofan and Karwendel mountains are widely known among climbers. 8 modern via ferratas and classic routes in all levels of difficulty will offer ideal conditions. In the high-ropes course Achenkirch the whole family will have fun with climbing.
Those who have the courage can also discover and marvel at the wonderful mountain world around lake Achensee during a Tandem flight.
In the waves of lake Achensee
Standing on a surfboard, ploughing through the waves or setting the sails for the first time: Lake Achensee with its crystal-clear water and its wind position will let the hearts of water sportsmen beat faster. In summer, sailors, surfers and kitesurfers will bustle on the lake to their heart’s delight. Set the sails and experience infinite freedom on the wide, blue water surface of the Tyrolean sea, lake Achensee. And for the more leisurely, an e-boat ride will be the highlight of the day.
Lake Achensee
– cool waters
in front of the hotel
Magically beautiful for swimming and for water sports
The Tyroleans’ sea
By the water, on the water, in the water: It’s no easy decision at Lake Achensee. One thing is for certain: Tyrol’s biggest lake is an attraction for all water lovers in summer. Whether a leisurely day of idling at the sunbathing lawn, sporty on the surfboard over the waves or a reward after hiking, Lake Achensee offers everything that a bathing lake can and shines with a cleanliness that is drinkable.
Swimming & bathing
Our insider tip: Jumping into Lake Achensee already in the morning, before breakfast. The shore deserted, smooth and quiet the water surface, and you in the middle of it. The tinkling feeling of cool water on your skin will accompany you through the whole morning.
Bathing, splashing or ploughing through the water: The blue Lake Achensee will be a true joy in your summer holidays. Families with children prefer the lido. Several jetties in Pertisau will offer opportunities for a cool-down in between in the crystal-clear water. How warm does Lake Achensee get in summer? The water of Lake Achensee has an average temperature of 20 °C, but when it is hot for several days the temperature can even climb to 22-23 °C.
Water sports at Lake Achensee
It doesn’t have to be the South Sea, no, surfing, kiting and sailing is also possible in Tyrol. Come to Lake Achensee and experience it with your own eyes and your own body. The ideal wind at the lovingly called “Tyrolean sea” will let you glide rapidly over the water, whether on the sailing boat or on the surfboard. The gentle wind in the morning will create perfect conditions even for beginners. Pros will probably like the more powerful North wind in the afternoon best.
Even canyoning and tubing are offered around Lake Achensee and are perfect for an active holiday with family and friends.
Your possibilities for water sports at a glance:
- Sailing, surfing and kite schools (different courses)
- Sailing license courses
- Rental of water sports equipment and sailing or pedal boats
- Restaurants around the lake
- Canyoning and tubing (different courses at Alpinsport Achensee)
We will be happy to tell you our very personal insider tips around Lake Achensee! See you soon in the spa Hotel Wagnerhof in Pertisau - enquire your holiday in Pertisau at Lake Achensee now!
- Sailing, surfing and kite schools (different courses)
- Sailing license courses
- Rental of water sports equipment and sailing or pedal boats
- Restaurants around the lake
- Canyoning and tubing (different courses at Alpinsport Achensee)
Kiting or climbing, lake or alp, mountain or valley - at and around lake Achensee you will enjoy summer in all facets that our Tyrolean holiday region has in store. We do not run out of insider tips - in our Wagnerhof hotel you will always find a contact partner to make your day even better. We can hardly wait to be your holiday coaches - start your enquiry for your holiday now!
Climbing in the
Rofan and
Karwendel mountains
Challenges in the vertical
Expert routes and family climbing experiences
The Rofan and the Karwendel mountains are classified as hotspots in the world of climbing. 8 modern via ferratas and classic routes will offer crisp adventures at the naked rock. Climbing gardens for advanced climbers as well as for families and an unperilous high-ropes course will round off the climbing offers at Lake Achensee. Because climbing, or “kraxeln”, as we say in Tyrol, is simply fun.
Climbing in the Rofan mountains
The Rofan mountains are said to be a gem for hikers, mountaineers and climbers. Gentle, lush green meadows at the South side alternate with the craggy, up to 400 metres high North rock faces of the Rosskopf and the Seekarlspitze. The perfect limestone around Lake Achensee is characterised by a non-slip quality which makes climbers revel. Here everyone can climb to their heart’s content: single- and multiple rope routes in different levels of difficulty to via ferratas to climbing gardens and boulders. From the experienced alpinist to the beginner, everyone will find something for their taste.
Climbing in the Karwendel mountains
The almost endless cirques and walls in the Karwendel mountains have been fascinating climbers since the earliest times. The area around the Lamsenjochhütte which functions as a central base will offer impressive walls which reach up 400 metres into the sky. Several classic alpine routes alternate with modern alpine sports routes. Dreamlike rocks paired with alpine ambience will make the climbers’ hearts beat faster here in Tyrol.
Via ferratas
Via ferratas will offer a simpler alternative to climbing routes. On well secured paths, even occasional climbers will move safely through the rock, provided that the necessary basic equipment, surefootedness and head for heights is of course given. Step by step you will strive towards the summit, always with the dreamlike view of Lake Achensee in front of your eyes.
Climbing gardens will offer the ideal training ground and are also fun for families with children. Around Lake Achensee you will find the climbing gardens Grubaplatte, Grubastiege, Mauritzalm and Platzl.
Forest high-ropes course
The climbing experience for all age groups. Those who want to try mountain air and look for a fun, active excursion destination will love the forest high-ropes course.
You don’t need any climbing experience here and thanks to the different parcours there is also no age or body height restriction. On platforms, suspension bridges, balancing paths and rope slides, big and small guests can prove their courage and skills. To have a safe feeling you will receive a short training before you enter the parcours.
Can you hardly wait to try your strength at the rock? Here with us at the Wagnerhof hotel in Pertisau you will at any rate find a comfortable home base after your excursions. We will be happy to help you with plenty of insider tips around our favourite region in Tyrol. Just ask us or combine this with an enquiry for your holiday at Lake Achensee!
Ski holidays
at lake Achensee
in Tyrol
Skiing at lake Achensee on the slopes around Pertisau
Nice ski regions with guaranteed powder snow
Explore the winter world around lake Achensee on the diverse slopes of the 5 surrounding ski regions. With a total of 58 slopes (partly with snow machines), over 30 lifts and an extensive programme, the Achensee region will offer you unlimited fun on the piste. Incredible views of the valley and the wintery lake Achensee of course included.
Especially families with children who learn how to ski will love the ski regions. An easy to overview ski region with wide, easy slopes is perfect for a relaxed day of skiing with the little munchkins. And with BOBO, the first steps and turns on the planks will be particularly fun – this is also how we ourselves have learned how to ski here in Tyrol.
The ski regions at one glance:
- Ski region Achenkirch (27 km pistes, 11 lifts)
- Ski region Maurach (14 km pistes, 4 lifts)
- Ski region Pertisau (14 km pistes, 7 lifts)
- Ski region Steinberg (1 km piste, 3 lifts)
- Ski region Wiesing (2 km pistes, 1 lift)
For beginners and those who want to ski again, several ski schools offer the necessary instructions. We will be happy to give you information on contacts and course offers of the ski schools.
With the ski busses of the region, you will reach even more ski regions for more fun on the slopes. We will be happy to give you more information.
An overview of the ski regions can be found on the interactive map.
Feel the snow underneath your planks and the winter air around your nose while you carve down the slopes. A dream in white - skiing around lake Achensee in Tyrol. Thanks to the wide slopes especially families, but also occasional skiers, will feel comfortable here. But also in flat terrains you will have a lot of possibilities. Cross-country skiing, winter hiking, ice skating or snow-shoe hiking, for example. Travel to Tyrol to find your winter luck and find your dream offer for a cosy ski holiday. We, the Kirchmair family, look forward to make carefree holidays come true. We will be happy to anwer your enquiry!
Winter and
snow-shoe hiking
Achensee
Winter holidays in snowy Pertisau
The gentle side of winter: winter hikes
Trudge through our dreamlike winter landscape between Rofan and Karwendel on silent soles. Hikes in winter over snow-covered meadows and through wintery forests have an entirely different charm compared to summer. The cold air will stroke your face and the snow will crunch beneath your feet. Wrapped up in warm clothing you will enjoy the magic of winter which envelops lake Achensee and its surroundings during this season to the full. 150 kilometres of prepared winter hiking trails will be available for you.
Your want to really exhaust yourself and advance to areas which otherwise remain untouched? Snow-shoe hiking will enable you to experience pure nature. We recommend you to join a trained hiking and mountain guide. You will get to know a totally new way of exercise – strenuous but wonderful! Even we ourselves can rather be seen on winter hiking paths than on sidewalks. After all, the next winter hiking path runs right past the hotel. It is simply a lot more beautiful to go through the winter landscape than on trodden ways next to the road.
At one glance – what winter hiking at lake Achensee has in store for you:
- Snow-shoe rental
- Guided hikes
- Snow-shoe tours
On this interactive map by the Achensee tourism association you will find all hiking routes at one glance.
Snow-shoes as well as all information on snow-shoe hikes and further winter sports equipment can be found in the sports shops in Pertisau.
Do it like people in snowy regions have always used to since prehistoric times: Strap snow-shoes under your shoes and trudge along with light feet. This peace, this deceleration and this peacefulness in nature is unique. Or you can enjoy skiing, tobogganing, cross-country skiing or ski touring. Winter in Pertisau is waiting for you - send us your enquiry!
Tobogganing at
lake Achensee
It is fun to take the sleigh
Toboggan runs on natural snow in the Achensee region
Hey, a ride down the toboggan track is always fun. In the soft snow which raises dust behind the skids. At day. Or even at night in the floodlight. Big and small toboggans loaded with whooping people slide down. A fun adventure which should not be missed out on during your winter holidays at lake Achensee.
Several wonderful toboggan runs will await you in our wonderful region. Right at the local mountain, the Zwölferkopf, a 4 kilometres long toboggan run leads down into the valley. The way up will be easy and comfortable with the Karwendelbahn. One last glance at lake Achensee and off you go.
Or you can try the following natural toboggan runs:
- Toboggan run Achenkirch (3.5 km)
- Toboggan run Maurach (1.5 km)
- Toboggan run Pertisau (1.3 km)
- Toboggan run Steinberg (0.8 km)
- Toboggan run Wiesing (3 km)
You can either take the hiking path through the wintery landscape - the shorter toboggan runs have this option. At the toboggan run Achenkirch the lift will take you up, at the toboggan run Pertisau there is a toboggan shuttle service.
Short instructions for tobogganing
You have some concerns about the speed and safety? Don't worry. The toboggan runs are suitable for everyone, and so are the accompanying toboggans/sleighs. Modern sport toboggans are ergonomically shaped and easy to steer. Attention left turn! Pull left on the strap. In a right-hand bend, the opposite is true - please pull hard on the right, but not too hard either. It gets fun when the track makes waves, you almost have to watch out that you don't take off. The equipment? Warm hiking boots with tread, helmet and winter clothing. Sleighs? You can rent a toboggan at the huts.
We at the Wagnerhof hotel will be happy to give you useful tips around your tobogganing adventure at lake Achensee - combine this with a request for your winter holiday in Pertisau.
More ideas
for winter sports
at lake Achensee
Out and about on ice and snow around Pertisau
Tobogganing, ice climbing, horse-drawn sleigh rides, ski tours
In addition to various cross-country ski tracks, diverse winter hiking paths and endless fun on the slopes, the region around our hotel in Pertisau also offers numerous other leisurely activities. Discover the breath-taking beauty of snow-covered nature here at lake Achensee. All doors will be open to you for a fulfilling active vacation in Tyrol.
A speedy ride down the hill
A special adventure is a funny toboggan ride. During the day the small and big sleighs slide down to the valley through the wintery landscape. Thanks to floodlit toboggan runs nothing will stand in the way for a ride under the starry sky. Simply ask us in your holidays at the Wagnerhof hotel in Pertisau at lake Achensee, we will be happy to tell you more.
On silent skids through the winter scenery
From the perspective of a horse-drawn sleigh you will experience your winter holiday at lake Achensee in a totally relaxed manner. Accompanied by the sound of the bells and wrapped up in warm blankets you will enjoy the best view of the mountain world at lake Achensee while you slide through the white scenery on silent skids.
Ice climbing
No doubt: Ice climbing is something for those who are hungry for adventure. When it is freezing cold and waterfalls turn into true ice walls, it’s time for ice climbing. Equipped with ice axes and crampons, they work their way up ice pillars and waterfalls. The local mountain schools offer courses and tryout days for those interested.
Ski tours
First up the mountain, then the deserved run down in the soft snow: It is this combination that makes ski touring so popular. For your own safety and that of other mountaineers, a solid basic knowledge, good equipment and careful preparation are indispensable. If you are a beginner, it is best to join a guided tour or visit the tour instruction trail in Maurach. Here you will get information about correct alpine behaviour and the handling of avalanche transceiver (LVS device), shovel and probe at seven stations. Then nothing stands in the way of your ski tour in the Rofan or Karwendel.
An overview of the various tours can be found on the interactive map of the Achensee region.
Get a taste of mountain air and recreate here in Pertisau at lake Achensee. We ourselves know the region like the back of our hand and will always be here for you with helpful tips. Look forward to your winter holiday and the Wagnerhof hotel - we look forward your enquiry!