In the heart of the PillerseeTal, right by the emerald green Pillersee, is the town of St. Ulrich am Pillersee. Surrounded by the Loferer Steinberge and the Buchensteinwand, the holiday resort is a place of rest and relaxation. A visit to the world's largest accessible summit cross, the Jakobskreuz, definitely shouldn't be missed, just like a boat trip on the lake. The Buchensteinwand ski area and the Steinplatte are only a short drive away and provide skiers with the perfect conditions for a diverse skiing holiday. Cross-country skiers can ski from St. Ulrich am Pillersee to the neighbouring towns of Hochfilzen and St. Jakob in Haus, without even having to take their skis off. In summer, countless hiking routes are waiting for you in the town around the eponymous Pillersee. From a leisurely stroll around the lake, to a challenging summit hike in the Loferer Steinberge, hikers will find all different kinds of routes and tours. Families can especially look forward to the stand up paddling or marble course right by the lake. Book your holiday now and see for yourself what the village has to offer - the stage is set to fulfil your mountain adventure dreams!
We have put together six of our top leisure activities in St. Ulrich am Pillersee here.
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Summer in St. Ulrich am Pillersee
St. Ulrich am Pillersee is the ideal starting point for hiking and mountain tours. For those who like to take things at a more leisurely pace or will be hiking with small children, the area has several easy tours with smaller climbs. On the approximate 400km of signposted hiking trails, there are however, also routes for hikers in good physical shape. Discover the mountain world of the Tyrolean lowlands beyond 2,000 metres of altitude. The happiness of the earth can be found on the backs of horses. A horse ride through the beautiful countryside around St. Ulrich am Pillersee is always a special experience. If you prefer travelling by bike, you can find a network of mountain bike routes in different difficulty levels around St. Ulrich. From the leisurely cycling circuits for families, to mountain bike tours at an altitude of 2,100 metres, there's something right for every taste.
Winter in St. Ulrich am Pillersee
St. Ulrich is located in the ski area "Die Buchensteinwand - Bergbahn Pillersee", which is especially well suited to families with small children. The ski area is manageable and has been designed to meet the needs of families with its facilities. In St. Ulrich am Pillersee, you are located right in the heart of more than 100 km of cross-country ski trails belonging to the PillerseeTal, and have multiple entry points to the cross-country ski network. For horse lovers, there is another opportunity to discover the snow-covered winter landscape. Put some warm clothes on and go on a winter horse ride. The Strasserwirt equestrian centre is located very close to St. Ulrich am Pillersee.
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