Naturhotel Forsthofgut Highlights Autumn Offers
Cooler temperatures and the resplendent colours of nature on the change make autumn the perfect time for an active break at Naturhotel Forsthofgut (www.forsthofgut.at/en), the world-leading destination resort at Leogang, Austria. Only an hour from Salzburg in the beautiful Pinzgau region, the family-owned retreat offers an unbeatable health-giving combination of outdoor adventure and good living immersed in nature. Explore the forest and surrounding mountains on foot, bicycle or horseback, returning to a feast and blissful repose at the end of the day.
Naturhotel Forsthofgut is a 5* family-run, family-friendly luxury hotel situated beneath the Asitz mountain in Leogang, SalzburgerLand, Austria. Surrounded by nature, the nearest lift is 200m away, for easy access to the magnificent outdoor playground of the Saalfelden-Leogang’s high pastures and forests. Dating back to 1617, the hotel has evolved from a forestry business and guest house into a trend-setting destination resort. Exquisite dining – sustainable, organic, vegan and Japanese menus; speciality cocktail bar; wine tastings; dedicated Lake House Spa for adults, world’s first forest Spa (waldSPA), waldSPA Health (exclusive holistic longevity programme), extensive water features, multiple pools, saunas, treatment rooms; Onsen bathing, infinity pool, natural swimming lake, floating Finnish sauna and natural plunge pool; riding stables with instruction; mini-zoo and teens’ studio; organic farm and animal feeding visits; in-hotel ski shop; daily childcare (9am to 9pm) includes meals and entertainment; year-round weekly excursions.
Walkers are spoilt for choice with five complimentary guided hikes in the mountains offered as part of the weekly activities itinerary. The hotel’s selection of bicycles for hire includes e-bikes and trailers for youngsters. Check out some of the area’s 100km of trails and the Leogang Bikepark at the top of the Asitzbahn cableway, which is conveniently sited next to the hotel. Equestrians have seven horses and two ponies to choose from, for riding lessons in the Forsthofgut stables or a guided hack with breath-taking views and a dusting of snow on the mountain tops.
After a full day out on the mountain, Forsthofgut welcomes guests home to a haven of relaxation. Among many standouts, superlative facilities include Onsen bathing and a natural swimming lake (open all year) with a floating Finnish sauna. To extend the wellness offer, this summer saw the launch of Forsthofgut’s revolutionary new health concept, waldSPA Health, administered in their newly-created medi-spa suite within the waldSPA which is reserved exclusively for adults. Focused on longevity, personally tailored health care unites cutting-edge science and nature’s healing power. Programmes are built around holistic diagnostics, nutrition and treatments incorporating cryotherapy, infusions, hypoxia training and uVida analysis. Enjoy the journey towards positivity, calm and contentment
Fun is the order of the day in the waldSPA Family & Kids zone, which boasts pools for different ages from babies to teens, a thrilling 70-metre flume and water geysers. Dining at Forsthofgut is always a treat and 100% organic. Three delectable half-board menus – including one for vegans – are served in a choice of intimate dining rooms. There are also three exquisite à la carte restaurants including silva, Forsthofgut’s newest restaurant offering two forest-themed tasting menus (one vegetarian), Mizūmi for authentic Japanese cuisine, and their original Restaurant 1617 serving Austrian-themed à la carte options.
Forsthofgut continues to set the standard for health-giving Alpine luxury in an environment conducive to a mindful and curative escape for individuals, couples and families. Reservations: www.forsthofgut.at/en T: +43 683856
A wide selection of packages is available here including The Health Escape (here – from Euros 1005 per adult for three nights in a double room and including consultations, one cryochamber and one Hypoxia session; price valid throughout September 2025) and The Autumn Holiday Escape (here – from Euros 1200 per adult for four nights in a family suite; price valid throughout October 2025).
Prices quoted are subject to availability and include half-board meals, afternoon tea, weekly activity itineraries and childcare from 9 am to 9 pm daily. Substantial discounts are offered for children (they vary according to age).
Access: Fly to Salzburg City and either book a hotel taxi transfer or take advantage of the SalzburgerLand Region’s new Guest Mobility Ticket (https://www.guestmobilityticket.at/en - free use of public transport for the duration of the stay) arriving at Leogang Railway Station from where Forsthofgut offers complimentary taxi transfers.
Reservations: www.forsthofgut.at/en T: +43 6582 8561 25
