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SPRING/SUMMER 2021
My Rössl
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Satisfy a long harboured yearning, find a special place where you can leave the turbulent times behind, breathe away your cares and let your mind untangle. A light breeze brushes across the rippled water. Sunlight warms
my skin. In the distance I hear a gentle rumble of thunder, but as I gaze at the
majestic mountains the sky above is blue. The scent of wild grasses drifts across
from the lake shore, my breath runs smooth and free. Everything is just the way
it should be – here in my Weisses Rössl at Lake Wolfgangsee.
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FOR MY RÖSSL GUESTS
WEL
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MEAt last the days are getting longer. The view across the lake as the sun bounces
off the water lets us forget the worries of the past – time for a fresh start into a
new season at the Weisses Rössl. Imagine you spent day and night, week after week,
year upon year in the same place, in the very same house. What would you do to keep
your motivation alive? I've been asked this many a time, and the answer is easy – I reflect,
evaluate, discard or retain, revamp and improve everything I cherish and hold dear. Then
I look for people I can work with. People who share the same values and care about the
same things, who love bringing happiness into other's lives as much as I do. The Rössl
values are reflected in every detail and come together in our annual theme. And that,
my dear Rössl guests, is where you come into play. That's when we reach out to those
who want to come and enjoy what we have to offer, people who will place their trust in
us by choosing to spend their precious holiday time here. We take this responsibility very
seriously. The following pages offer an introduction to some of our wonderful employees
who make work a pleasure, day after day, year-in, year-out.
Here at the Rössl, family, staff and partners have always been at the heart of what we
do. My grandmother was a great advocate for keeping value creation within the region
and my father continuously promoted tourism both from and for the local population.
Our generation is continuing this legacy. In every My Rössl, we introduce some of the
regional personalities and businesses you may come across during your stay – or perhaps
you're already familiar with them? Many of you have probably met Ernst and his bikes
(or skis in winter), and you're bound to know Siggi – or at least his famous schnapps.
But what would any of this be without the ability to meet and celebrate? After so many
months of restrictions and separation we're literally crying out to come together and
share each other's special occasions. Seeing friends and family, celebrating together –
these are a hallmark of the Rössl. Our team is here for you, from initial planning through
to after-care, to ensure you have an unforgettably wonderful time. Yet celebrating can
also mean simply sharing a good bottle of wine with a cherished person and gazing out
at the lake. Here in the Salzkammergut region we say that's "gschmå", our term for cosy.
On that note, I wish you all the best, keep well and see you soon in the Rössl.
Yours
Gudrun Peter and the Rössl team
PS: Speaking of pet projects and things I cherish: The Rössl now has a brand new Spa
Suite with lake-side veranda. The 80 m² suite includes a dedicated wellness area – a spe-
cial hideaway for those seeking rest and relaxation. See page 15 for details of our Spa
Suite introductory offer.
PPS: We've dedicated the cover of this issue to the wedding theme, a core aspect of a
Romantik hotel. Of course, here at the Rössl we have a bit of a tradition when it comes
to exciting love stories.
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LEGENDARYWALTRAUT HAAS
Waltraut Haas mit der damaligen Rösslwirtin Grete Peter,
Großmutter von Gudrun Peter
Waltraud Haas – as beautiful as she was talented – confidently strode across many a stage and film set. She looks back on a rich career, a long life and a wealth of memories that continues to grow. She was the star of a generation of German-speakers who longed for harmony after the wars. To help the population overcome the recent traumas, the film indus-try aimed to generate light-hearted output. Sentimental films set in the rural idyll, locally termed "Heimatfilme", proved to be the ideal vehicle. They were so successful that Austria created an entire culture out of them. The genre is associated with names that are still fondly remembered today: Karlheinz Böhm, Curd Jürgens, Hans Moser, Freddy Quinn, Oskar Werner and Peter Alexander. Maria Schell, Senta Berger, Nadja Tiller, Romy Schnei-der, Christiane Hörbiger and of course Waltraut Haas. She's on the other end of the line right now.
Frau Haas, “The White Horse Inn” movie, how long ago was that? 60 years?
Haas: "That's all a very long time ago, but Grete Peter, the Rössl's landlady at the
time, was a very charming woman and we became great friends," comments Wal-
traut Haas with a smile in her sprightly-sounding voice.
The film shooting brought you to St. Wolfgang for the first time, and the film itself turned out to be fairly significant for your career. But everyone knew you before then of course. In 1954 and 55 alone you were in front of the camera for 15 different films.
Haas: Yes, and that's an awful lot. But you see, I always had fantastic co-actors, I
generally had nice accommodation and we were all the best of friends. Well, not
quite all of us of course. Occasionally there'd be one who thought of himself as the
big star, but I was having none of that. I soon put them in their place. There's one
leading actor and one leading actress – that much we can agree on, surely? This
usually settled the matter.
I can hear the resoluteness in your voice as you're telling me about that. I should imagine you needed a strong personality to handle such an enor-mous work-rate and not feel overwhelmed by it. And the film world was much more male-dominated back then.
Haas: I remember the time I went to watch Peter Alexander water-skiing on Lake
Wolfgangsee in a suit. Seeing as Peter was on the water anyway, I sat down in his
seat. Along comes his minder and tries to shoo me away. No way, I said, and when
Peter came back in off the lake I called out: Hel-
lo there, Mr Alexander! Since when do we address
each other by our surnames, he asked, and I replied:
Since now, as apparently, I'm not allowed to sit in
your fantastic seat. I stood up and wiped the seat
down with a handkerchief – we were the best of
friends from then on.
Waltraut Haas, as well as playing the Rössl landlady and acting in many other films, you've also had a busy stage career. Considering your numerous roles, does it annoy you that the role of Rössl landlady Josepha Vogelhuber is the one you're most frequently associated with?Haas: Why should that annoy me? The role made
me very popular.
And how do you think you'd get on as the real Rössl landlady?
Haas: Not very well, I think! You're right, there's a
history in my family – my mother kept an inn and
as a young girl I was often asked to help out. But I
can't see myself as the boss.
Your husband Erwin, who has sadly passed away, was also an actor, and you are the moth-er of theatre director Markus Strahl.
Haas: Yes and I still frequently sing with my son,
mainly in theatre plays. We're currently performing
together in Weissenkirchen and in Vienna.
We all want to grow old, but not be old. Talking to you over the phone, you sound like you're in your 30s, it's hard to believe you're 93. Perhaps one day you'll let me in on how you do it.
Thank you for the interview.
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SAY YESWEDDINGS AT THE RÖSSL
should you choose? Who will take care of styling, decorations and photography?
Our events team has answers to these many other questions. For further inspiration
you can also consult the fabulous online resource www.sagja-im-salzkammergut.
at, created by wedding planner Gabi Socher. More than 60 businesses and partners
offering the full range of wedding services are ready to assist happy couples prepare
for their great celebration – be it with an extravagant wedding dress or a classic car
in dazzling white, an unusual band or a splendid firework display. We look forward
to accompanying you as you take this important step.
"A guest recently asked me for some input into his marriage proposal," chef patissier Gerhard Spreitzer recounts. Happy to oblige, he carefully tucked the beautiful engagement ring inside an art-
fully arranged dessert. We're glad to report that no sweet tooth was damaged in the enterprise – and
the answer was yes! It's always an honour when couples choose to spend their big day here – with
event managers Margot Unterkofler and Kathrin Weber you're in safe hands. Before getting stuck into
any detailed planning, we recommend browsing through our wedding folder packed full of top tips and
suggestions. How about an enchanting ceremony on the lake shore or aboard a boat? Which restau-
rants and beauty spots are available for the celebrations? What kind of menu and fringe programme
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Wine Culinarium 23.–25.4.2021
Wild game weeks 25.9.–21.10.2021
Roas beer festival 22.–24.10.2021
Roast goose dinner 6.–19.11.2021
Truffle weeks 27.11.–23.12.2021
New Year‘s Eve 2.3.2022
CULINARY HIGHLIGHTS 2021/2022
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LOCALGOOD THINGS COME TO THOSE WHO WAIT
The quote from Abe Lincoln gets to the heart of the quandary we often face when shopping for food. Do we really need to have access to every-thing all year round? Strawberries from South Africa, green beans from Kenya and apples from New Zealand? For us, living responsibly also means
buying local, seasonal food. In the hotel and restaurant business, that's not always
so easy. But for head chef Hermann Poll it's a matter of pride: "Sourcing my ingre-
dients from the surrounding areas is important to me because I know I'm getting
a high-quality product. Over time, a fantastic network of suppliers has developed
– partners I know I can rely on." We've had a little peek at his current shopping list,
which includes ten local products:
Seegut Eisl is an organic farm with more than 140 sheep, situated across the lake
in Abersee. Cheese, yoghurt, milk, quark and ice cream all count among the prod-
ucts offered by the Eisl family.
Frau Hintsteiner in Rußbach looks after ten Jersey cows and supplies us with two
types of semi-hard cheeses ripened with red smear.
Metzgerei Zauner, a butcher's shop in Bad Ischl, is one of the oldest businesses in
the Salzkammergut region. To make their Salzfürsten Karreespeck bacon, the firm
uses only finest rack of pork, which is smoked over beech shavings and air dried.
The Marchfeld plain produces the best asparagus and artichokes. Their arrival is
eagerly awaited by the head chef each year. The perfect harvesting time can vary
greatly from one year to the next. That's why the Rössl asparagus week never takes
place before we're certain that the Marchfeld asparagus is perfectly ripe.
Hrovat´s röstet is an artisan roasting house on the nearby Pötschen mountain
pass above Bad Goisern. Only fairly traded, directly imported raw coffee goes into
the wood-fired Ghibli 15 kg roaster for gentle processing. Hrovat's coffees are
available in our Rösslerei delicatessen.
Metzgerei Haslinger in St. Willibald provides our
hotel with meat of a rarely found quality – 90 % of
the beef is sourced from the Upper Austrian Innvier-
tel region.
Imkerei Hintsteiner is a family-run apiary that's
been going strong for over 25 years. The honey
is produced by more than 40 bee colonies spread
across the area around Waidhofen an der Ybbs.
If you visit the Postalm in mid to late August you'll
see many a local roaming through the woodlands
with a basket on their arm. It's mushroom season!
The exact locations where the chanterelles and por-
cini are found often remain a well-guarded secret.
The delicious bright orange Red Kuri squashes in our hotel kitchen garden are much easier to
spot than mushrooms. On his bike, it only takes the
head chef ten minutes to get there.
Situated just a few kilometres from the hotel is our own char fish farm. That's where we breed
and smoke the famous Rössling char. We hold fish-
ing lodge evenings twice a week, where up to 20
visitors can dine on freshly smoked char. As the eve-
ning progresses, Peter and Alain will provide insights
into their craft as you enjoy a behind-the-scenes ex-
perience. Our smoked Rössling char is also available
in the Rösslerei delicatessen.
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RED AND WHITETHE VINEYARD AROUND THE CORNER
Our hotel has a storied tradition of promoting the best of Austrian wine cul-ture at the highest level. The 18th century Felsenkeller rock cellar protects some truly magnificent treasures. Since the summer of 2019, some 10,000
bottles and over 500 different wines including Grüner Veltliner, Riesling, Blaufränk-
isch & Co. from the Wachau, Lake Neusiedl and recently also Upper Austria have
found a home here. Florian Eschlböck gave his vineyard the somewhat unusual
name "95 Tage". Why? Because 95 days is the length of the calendar summer,
and the period in which the grapes ripen to full maturity. Founded in 2008, the
family business is based in Hörsching, where Florian is assisted by his father Dieter
and wife Katrin. The use of ecologically sound procedures is important to them.
That's why no insecticides or herbicides are used at the Eschlböck vineyard. "95
Tage" wines are notable for their intensive fruit aroma and pleasing acid-sugar
balance.
The Casa Amore vineyard in Schlüßlberg achieved organic and biodynamic certifi-
cation in 2018 – the only vineyard in Upper Austria to be awarded this distinction.
Having switched careers only a few years earlier, winegrower Armin and his family
tend to a two-hectare plot. Situated in an area not traditionally known for wine
growing, the vineyard is home to the Müller Thurgau, Sauvignon Blanc, Weißbur-
gunder, Grüner Veltliner, Blauer Zweigelt and Pinot
Noir varieties. Just four years after qualifying as a
viticulturist, Armin Kienesberger attracted the at-
tention of gastronomy guide Gault Millau, which
singled out Casa Amore with the special prize "Dis-
covery of the year".
The wines of Casa Amore and Eschlböck are listed
on our wine list, our sommeliers will be happy to
advise you.
SMALL IS BEAUTIFULFRUITY SPIRITS AND FLAVOURSOME BREWS
On the opposite side of the lake, nestled into a beautiful meadow or-chard with more than 200 trees, lies the Primushäusl, where the Rieg-ers have been distilling schnapps for over 30 years. The business is now
in the capable hands of junior boss Siggi Rieger, who has expanded operations
with a state-of-the-art distillery housed in a rustic timber lodge. This allows vis-
itors to watch the master distiller at work as part of a guided tour. The prod-
uct line is continually being developed and currently includes 48 different
fine spirits as well as whisky, gin and rum. The numerous awards attracted in
recent years testify to the elite status of Primushäusl fine spirits, not just in Austria
itself, but right across the world.
Another local distiller to attract widespread recognition is Matthias Gasteiger, who
has been producing award-winning spirits and liquors from local fruit varieties for 20
years. A former salt miner, the 63-year-old also offers a range of gourmet vinegars:
"I focus on quality rather than quantity." Based near Abersee, he exclusively process-
es organic ingredients and doesn't use any chemical sprays. This has earned him the
inclusion in the 2020 Gault Millau Austria guide for his fine plum and gentian spirits.
His refined tipples can be found on the drinks menus at our restaurants as well as in
the Rösslerei delicatessen. Less potent but no less enjoyable is the historic Peterbräu
beer. Originally brewed 300 years ago on the site of
the current hotel, it was produced to quench the
thirst of the many pilgrims passing through St. Wolf-
gang. In collaboration with Trumer Private Brewery,
Peterbräu beer was reinstated in 2011 to mark the
third centenary. An exceptionally smooth, full-bod-
ied and typical Austrian speciality with a strong bou-
quet, full-flavoured taste and a hint of caramel.
Our top tip: With the handy carrier box available in
the Rösslerei, you can take your Peterbräu home to
enjoy later. www.roesslshop.at
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BIKINGPEDAL POWER
across the Salzkammergut covers an altitude difference of 14,500 metres and takes
in the region's loveliest spots. Why not try out one of the beautiful nearby sections
of the trail? There's also plenty on offer for racing cyclists in the area around St.
Wolfgang. Visit www.rennrad-austria.at to choose your ideal tour out of a selec-
tion of 20 varied routes. For true adrenalin junkies, there are annual competitions
such as the 5-Seen bike marathon, the Eddy Merckx Classic event or the Salzkam-
mergut MTB Trophy in Bad Goisern. Whatever you opt for – it's time to saddle up
and pedal away.
The Salzkammergut region is a paradise for mountain bikers, racing cyclists and e-bike users alike. The network of cycle paths covers more than a thousand kilometres and ranges from easy family routes through to arduous mountain trails. Rössl guests benefit from complimentary
bike rental provided by ProTravel here in the village. The trekking bikes are individually adjusted for
each rider and are available 7 days a week. E-bikes and mountain bikes in all sizes are also available
against payment of a fee, which includes detailed maps. Our top tip: The lake-shore cycle path that
runs through the villages of St. Wolfgang, St. Gilgen and Strobl offers continuous views onto to the
crystal waters of the lake. Optional short-cuts on a Lake Wolfgangsee boat are permitted of course.
The Salzkammergut region now also boasts the brand new BergeSeen eTrail. The 630-km eMTB tour
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RÖSSL SPRINGTIME PACKAGES
per person from 609 euros
Honeymoon by the lake
• 4 nights in a double room with Rössl breakfast experience• 4-course candlelight dinner in the romantic “Kaiserterrasse” restaurant • 1 bath for two in the “Emperor’s bathtub“ (120 mins), incl. 1 bottle of sparkling wine• 1 soothing aromatic oil massage (50 mins)• Daily relaxation in the SPA with floating lake pool, whirlpool
and breath-taking lake views
per person from 825 euros
Spa Suite introductory offer
• 3 nights in the new Spa Suite including Rössl breakfast experience• Bottle of sparkling wine and chocolates in the room• 6-course Rössl menu in the romantic ‘Kaiserterrasse’ restaurant
complemented by fine wine• Daily relaxation in the SPA with floating lake pool, whirlpool
and breath-taking lake views
per person from 387 euros
Time for Two
• 2 nights in a double room with balcony and Rössl breakfast experience• 4-course romantic dinner in the romantic “Kaiserterrasse” restaurant • Fondue experience, incl. sorbet selection• Balance & Harmony massage ritual – for a relaxed back – in
the Spa & Beauty area (40 mins)• Brush massage – soothing for the entire body – 20 mins• Daily relaxation in the SPA with floating lake pool, whirlpool
and breath-taking lake views
1.4.–12.5.2021
Upgrade to the next highest room categoryif you book before 31.3.2021 (subject to availability)
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INCLUDED IN ALL SPRING PACKAGES
WELCOMING • Cocktail with the Rössl hostess (Mon)
• Sparkling wine breakfast with your hostess and live piano music (Sun)
• Welcome gift in your room
ENJOYABLE • Rössl breakfast experience
• A variety of teas served in the lobby daily from 11 am to 5 pm
• Small room library and well-stocked, multilingual hotel library
• Glass of wine in the Felsenkeller rock cellar at 6 pm (Fri)
• Tour of the hotel and aperitif (Tue)
USEFUL • Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel
• Rössl wind and rain coat and Rössl umbrella throughout the entire stay
• Voucher for 10 % off your first treatment in the SPA & BEAUTY
LUXURIOUS • SPA in the lake offering 1,500 square metres of wellbeing: During your visit
you may use the Rössl bathing basket, containing towels, slippers and bathrobes
(from toddler sizes to XXL)
• Lake pool – heated all year round (30 °C)
• Rössl Pool – the first floating whirlpool (37 °C)
• Saunas and steam baths, relaxation rooms with heated loungers
• Vitamin bar with selection of teas and fresh apples
• SPA in the Lake – enjoy swimming into the evening hours (Thursdays until 10 pm)
SPORTY • Fitness room with Technogym and Precor equipment
• Individually adjusted bicycles for rent, hiking poles and Nordic Walking poles
• Wellington boots to rent in a wide range of sizes
Best price guarantee: Guests who book directly always get the best prices. You can‘t book your stay a
the Weisses Rössl for less on any online platform. Packages can only be booked for adults.
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Summer by the lake.
A lakeside summer is my kind of summer. Beside me the crystal waters of Lake Wolfgangsee, above me just blue sky, framed by magnificent mountains – what more could one want. Leaping off the diving board into the refreshing water. Discovering that even the second gear of the
e-power boat sets a very leisurely pace. Gliding along aimlessly in the pedal boat. Practising your bal-
ancing skills on a stand up paddleboard or even on the water skis... No matter how you decide to spend
your time, enjoy the relaxing waters of the Wolfgangsee to their fullest. Top it all off with a classy sun-
downer, a fizzy Rössl summer drink with fresh mint or a cold Peterbräu beer. That's what I call enjoying
summer with all your senses.
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LAKE WOLFGANGWATER SPORTS AND SUMMER SUN
Have you ever experienced that feeling of complete weightlessness under water? Do you yearn to fly across the lake at breathtaking speed? The St. Wolfgang diving centre and nearby water ski school make it all possible – and there's plenty more. During the months of July and August, Rössl guests can even hop aboard the shuttle boat Margarethe for a leisurely ride to the Rössl bathing lawn. A few steps will take you to the diving cen-tre, with the water skiing school just to the west.
SUP & KAYAK
For all those who feel more at home above the water's surface than below, we
recommend exploring the lake with a stand up paddleboard, or SUP in short. No
prior experience is required, we'll be at hand to help you with your first attempts.
If you're already a confident SUP user or even a pro, why not try out one of our
special boards, such as the super fast Race SUP or the family friendly Yoga SUP. For
our younger guests we also have our special SUPs for children and teens. If you
fancy a longer outing, we'll be happy to provide you with insider tips on the most
romantic, popular or remote beauty spots along the lake, accessible with SUP or
the sit-on kayak.
DIVING
"We have a wide range of opportunities on offer for diving fans as well as those
who have yet to explore the sport," says Iris Berner, co-founder of the diving centre
and an enthusiastic diver herself. Anything is possible, from taster sessions in the
pool or lake according to preference (from 8 years) through to globally recognised
PADI diver training (from 10 years). "We can tailor the activities to individual re-
quirements, such as a refresher diving course or even a guided diving safari to the
lake's most exclusive diving locations with the school catamaran," she continues.
The season lasts from May through to October, depending on the weather, and all
necessary equipment is provided. www.tauchstation.at
A warm thank you goes to the diving and underwater photography pro Michael
Weberberger, who kindly contributed the wonderful photograph at the top left.
Though he normally frequents the world's vast
oceans, he recently spent some time by Lake Wolf-
gangsee – where the shrine on the lake's only island
provided a great photo opportunity. www.tauchfoto.at
E-FOIL
For those who like their leisure time even more action
-packed we now offer the latest water-based trend
sport – e-foiling. Experience an incomparable feel-
ing of freedom as you float, seemingly weightless,
over the water's surface. Why not try out our state-
of-the art boards with hydrofoil fins and quiet elec-
tric propulsion. Let summer come!
RIVER SURFING
Sounds new? It is! Just 30 minutes from the lake, in
Ebensee, you can now try your hand at surfing on
a river wave. River surfing sites use the energy of
the water flow coupled with the height difference
in the river bed. If the factors are well balanced, a
"standing wave" develops.
The wave is further enhanced and guided with hy-
draulic steel flaps, offering hardy surfers perfect
surfing conditions all year round. Rental equipment
is available on site. Surf´s up! www.theriverwave.com
2120
per person from 385 euros
Rössl well-being
• 2 nights in a double room with Rössl breakfast experience• Rössl half-board 4-course menu with choice of dishes• ‘Time for her‘ – facial – balancing and strengthening basic care• ‘Time for him’: Men‘s Fresh-Up and a relaxing back massage• Daily relaxation in the SPA with floating lake pool, whirlpool
and breath-taking lake views
Upgrade to the next highest room category – if you book before 30 April 2021 (subject to availability)
per person from 1,025 euros
Summer week by the lake
per person from 755 euros
Austria’s cuisine is worth a trip
• 4 nights in a double room with balcony and Rössl breakfast experience• 1 evening Rössl half-board with 4-course menu with choice of dishes• 1 fondue experience, incl. sorbet selection• 4-course romantic dinner• 6-course Rössl menu in the romantic ‘Kaiserterrasse’ restaurant• Every gourmet experience is accompanied by wines from top
Austrian winegrowers, selected by our Rössl sommeliers• Daily relaxation in the SPA with floating lake pool, whirlpool
and breath-taking lake views
• 7 nights in a double room with Rössl breakfast experience• Rössl half-board 4-course menu with choice of dishes• 1 hour SUB or kayak• Daily relaxation in the SPA with floating lake pool, whirlpool
and breath-taking lake views
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INCLUDED IN ALL SUMMER PACKAGES
Best price guarantee: Guests who book directly always get the best prices. You can‘t book your stay a
the Weisses Rössl for less on any online platform. Packages can only be booked for adults.
WELCOMING • Cocktail with the Rössl hostess (Mon)
• Sparkling wine breakfast with your hostess and live piano music (Sun)
• Welcome gift in your room
ENJOYABLE • Rössl breakfast experience
• A variety of teas served in the lobby daily from 11 am to 5 pm
• Small room library and well-stocked, multilingual hotel library
• Glass of wine in the Felsenkeller rock cellar at 6 pm (Fri)
• Tour of the hotel and aperitif (Tue)
USEFUL • Wi-Fi or cable internet access throughout the hotel
• Rössl wind and rain coat and Rössl umbrella throughout the entire stay
• Voucher for 10 % off your first treatment in the SPA & BEAUTY
LUXURIOUS • SPA in the lake offering 1,500 square metres of wellbeing: During your visit
you may use the Rössl bathing basket, containing towels, slippers and bathrobes
(from toddler sizes to XXL)
• Lake pool – heated all year round (30 °C)
• Rössl Pool – the first floating whirlpool (37 °C)
• Saunas and steam baths, relaxation rooms with heated loungers
• Vitamin bar with selection of teas and fresh apples
• SPA in the Lake – enjoy swimming into the evening hours (Thursdays until 10 pm)
SPORTY • Fitness room with Technogym and Precor equipment
• Individually adjusted bicycles for rent, hiking poles and Nordic Walking poles
• Wellington boots to rent in a wide range of sizes
RÖSSL SUMMER PACKAGES
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INTUITIVE MASSAGE 50 mins | 74 euros
Relaxing full-body massage using a range of massage techniques, tailored to the individual‘s needs.
PINE AND HONEY PEELING 50 mins | 75 euros
New treatment! Gentle body peeling with blossom honey, propo-lis, pine essential oil and ground coriander. The treatment is roun-ded off with a goat butter back massage.
SPORTS MASSAGE 40 mins | 61 euros
Enhances blood flow in the muscles, improves lymph fluid circu-lation, relaxes the muscular system and releases connective tis-sue adhesion.
CURATIVE CALVE CARE 60 mins | 89 euros
Specially designed for enthusiastic cyclists and hikers. Eases out, stretches and loosens the musculature with the help of a sport mas-sage gel that stimulates blood flow.
REVIDERM CLASSIC 60 mins | Euro 89 euros
Microdermabrasion has an activating, moisturising and cell-sti-mulating effect. It revitalises the cells, provided a need boost of energy. It is effective against wrinkle formation and other skin problems.
HOT STONE MASSAGE 60 mins | 95 euros
Full body massage with warm stones to relax the muscles.
MANAGERS‘ TREATMENT 120 mins | 169 euros
Activating microdermabrasion. Intensive care with Reviderm additionally supplies the skin with valuable substances, pro-motes blood flow and stimulates cell activity.
SPA PEDICURE 65 mins | 73 euros
An intensive care experience. Relaxing foot bath, peeling, foot pack and massage, nail polish
SPA & BEAUTYSpring and summer are around the corner. The winter has taken its toll on our bodies, it's time to treat our skin to some nourishing care and relax those tense muscles with a good massage. Here at Rössl Spa & Beauty we
use highest-quality skin products and methods from Reviderm as well as the AL-
PINDERM organic natural cosmetics range from Styx. Our beautician will be happy
to recommend the best care products for your individual skin type. In the world
of massage, our medical masseur Andreas is in a
class of his own. His pet favourite is the so-called
Intuitive Massage, which combines various massage
techniques such as Dorn-Breuss, fascia and connec-
tive tissue massages, hot stones and much more. He
would be pleased to advise you in detail.
IN GOOD HANDS
PREVIEWChoose between Styx natural cosmetics and the exclusive Reviderm skin care range for all our beauty treatments.
OUR PAMPERING OFFERS
Our top tip: Alessandro nail polish Its unique texture makes it especially easy to
apply. Choose from our extensive range of colours and benefit from durable finish
and high colour intensity. Cost: 5.50 euros per piece
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For us there's nothing more wonderful than bringing happiness into peo-ple's lives. It has been our purpose and passion for generations – all the more so now, in these difficult times. We wouldn't be able to fulfil this aim
without a good team of people who can pull together. Introducing the entire Rössl
team would go beyond the scope of this publication. So we've decided to provide
you with some personal insights into why the Weisses Rössl is a sought-after place
of work for many. One of the things that sets our family business apart is the sup-
portive atmosphere in which mutual consideration ranks high among the values.
TEAM SPIRITIT'S THE PEOPLE THAT COUNT
Part-time hours, continuing education, occupational
retraining and opportunities for promotion are part
of what we offer, while good accommodation and
great leisure-time activities are a matter of course.
At this point I would like to extend a heart-felt thank
you to all our employees, who have stood solid as a
rock in the turbulent times of coronavirus, and con-
tinue to do so.
Always at hand. Alexander is head waiter and a wine academy graduate. In addition to quenching the guests' thirst he's also well equipped to quench any possible fire in the hotel, as he's an incident commander of the local fire brigade.
The perfect fit. Stefanie, our much-loved breakfast genie ap-
preciates the part-time hours at the Rössl, while her husband
Michael has just successfully moved across from the kitchen to
purchasing.
Family matters. Thanks to flexible working hours, Bianca, Doris and Maria are successfully combining work and family commitments. A fabulous couple. Milan has happily worked here for 30
years, while Miriana retrained in order to join him in the Rössl.
All-rounder. While our guests know Hans as a mul-
titalented hired help, he now also provides support
to the hotel sales team. At home he runs a farm.
Sympathy and respect. Michaela adeptly rules the Rössl break-
fast kitchen. Providing her with the necessary time off to care for
a family member was a matter of course.
Nurturing support. Zoran is head waiter and sommelier in the
award-winning Kaiserterrasse restaurant and always has a sym-
pathetic ear for our apprentices.
A family affair. Margot has worked with us for over 35
years and heads up event management. She followed
her father here, who was a concierge at the Weisses
Rössl for many years.
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When you have booked directly with the hotel 3 times, or spent 14 nights here (in one stay), you are a regular Rössl guest and will be given the Rössl regulars‘ guest card when you check-in.
Regular guest discount: *
• Short stays (up to 5 nights): discount of 5 % per person on the room price without breakfast • Holiday (from 6 nights): discount of 10 % per person on the room price without breakfast • Vouchers: discount of 5 % on your purchase
Early bird booking discount: Book your next stay before you leave, and double your regular guest discount. Your stay can no longer be cancelled or rearranged – the sum must be paid immediately or at least 3 months before your arrival, either in cash or by bank transfer. Valid after booking a third stay. We like to be generous. Strong brands have strong rules!
GOURMET DATES
Wine Culinarium 21.–25.4.2021
Game Days 22.9.–26.9., 29.9.–3.10.,
6.–10.10., 13.–17.10.2021
Bier-Roas beer festival 20.–24.10.2021
Roast goose dinner 3.–7.11., 10.–14.11, 17.– 21.11.2021
Truffle Days 29.11.–2.12., 13.–17.12.2021
Herring feast 2.3.–6.3.2022
4 nights
* The regular guest discount is only available upon cash payment, bank transfer in advance or payment by ATM.
BACK AGAINSPECIAL DEALS FOR REGULAR GUESTS
Early booking bonus for regulars: Available from Wed to Sun, except during Truffle Weeks, from Mon to Fri. Includes the Rössl breakfast experience plus one gourmet themed evening meal and on 3 evenings the Rössl half-board offer with a
4-course menu with choice of dishes. All rooms for the price of a double room with balcony.
SIMPLY LUXURIOUSNEW SPA SUITE
Our new Spa Suite with lake-side veranda – a private hideaway that offers intimate togetherness or space for all the family. At the Weisses Rössl, we've
taken a step forward. Bringing happiness into people's lives is our mission. That's
why we eagerly read, record and study your suggestions in our questionnaires. This
is how the idea for the new Spa Suite with lake-side veranda was born (and we plan
to add more in the future).• Dedicated wellness area with sauna, steam bath, infra-red cabin and
whirlpool with breath-taking lake view• Two separate bedrooms with comfy beds and space for up to
five people• Warming open fire for cosy evenings• Lake-side veranda for relaxing, sunbathing and
relishing the scenery
• Games table for fun-filled hours with the Rössl
games collection
This exclusive hideaway is an opportunity to enjoy
everything the Rössl has to offer exactly how and
when you want, while savouring the peace and pri-
vacy provided by the 80 m² suite. As always with new
features, we have special introductory offers for you
during the months of April and May. For further de-
tails please see page 15.
Perks for regulars: Booking early secures the best rooms! All rooms for the price of a double room with balcony.
per person from 740 euros
For gourmets (dates page 26)
• 4 nights in a room of your choice with the Rössl breakfast experience• 3 x Rössl half-board – 4-course menu with selections • 1 x gourmet dinner (in keeping with the theme)• Daily relaxation in the SPA with floating lake pool, whirlpool
and breath-taking lake views
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bis 1.4.–14.5., 19.9.–15.12.2021(except on public holidays)
bis 9.4.–28.5., 17.9.–17.12.2021 (except on public holidays)
220-305
155-265155-240
155-265
105-160
120-180
140-200
155-215
bis 4.4.–17.5., 26.9.–13.12.2021 (except on public holidays)
• Cocktail with the Rössl hostess (Mon)• Sparkling wine breakfast with your hostess and live piano
music (Sun)• Guided tour of the village and church with the “former
landlord”, subject to availability• Homemade bedtime sweets for the first night• Rössl breakfast experience• A variety of teas served in the lobby daily from 11 am to 5 pm• Tour of the hotel and aperitif (Tue)• Small room library and well-stocked, multilingual hotel library• Wi-Fi or cable internet access throughout the hotel
• Rössl wind and rain coat and Rössl umbrella throughout the entire stay • SPA in the lake offering 1,500 square metres of wellbeing: During your visit you may use the Rössl bathing basket, containing towels, slippers and bathrobes (from toddler sizes to XXL)• Lake pool – heated all year round (30 °C)• Rössl Pool – the first floating whirlpool (37 °C)• Saunas and steam baths, fitness area, relaxation rooms with heated loungers• Nordic Walking poles and bicycles (free hire)
ALL OUR PAMPERING SERVICES ARE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
without balconyBalcony/ view of the village and mountains Balcony and lake view over the rooftopsLakeview balcony directly overlookingthe lake
Rössl suitesSuitesRössl roomsDouble roomSingle roomPrices per person in euro
with Rössl breakfast experience
The Weisses Rössl will be closed for renovations until 1 April 2021. The hotel will reopen on 1 April 2021. The prices are dependent on the season and room category. You can check in from 3 pm and must check out by midday. We’re happy to offer late check-outs and early check-ins on request.
ROOM PRICES 2021 RÖSSL TREATS 2021
Rössl regularguests – Find out about the advan-tages onpage 26
Rössl Treats 6=7
Rössl Treats 3=4
Pay for 6 nights and we’ll give you a 7th night in the same room with a special
package for free. Arrive on any day.
Pay for 3 nights and we’ll give you a 4th night in the same room with a special
package for free. Arrival on Sunday or Monday.
Blue Monday
Rössl treat:
With bookings from Friday to Sunday there is a 50% discount on the cost
of an additional night from Sunday to Monday. Breakfast not included in the price.
Book your stay for November (1.–19.11.2021) by 30.6. and you receive Rössl half-
board as a gift!
Whatever the occasion, you can’t go wrong
with Rössl vouchers. You can create your own
voucher on our website and print it out. Or we’ll send
you the voucher, beautifully presented, by post.
RÖSSL VOUCHERS
The Rössl Treats deals cannot be combined.
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170-230
135-200
230-320
185-280
135-180
105-160
200-285
185-250
330-415
265-370
HOLIDAY APARTMENT PRICES 2021
3 to 6 nights
from 7 nights
3 to 6 nights
from 7 nights
3 to 6 nights
from 7 nights
3 to 6 nights
from 7 nights
3 to 6 nights
from 7 nights
Residence by the lake
Rettenkogel
2 - 3 people
Residence by the lake
Schafberg
2 - 6 people
Residence by the lake
Vormauer
2 people
Belvedere Residence
Wieslerhorn
2 - 4 people
Belvedere Residence
Bleckwand
4 - 8 people
Residence by the lake
Residenz Belvedere
9 holiday apartments in three different sizes
for up to six people, on the lakeshore prome-
nade in St. Wolfgang. Not right next to the ho-
tel but only 7 minutes walk away, central south-
facing location by the lake with its own bathing
area. Beautiful view of the lake from all apart-
ments.
3 holiday apartments for up to 8 people at
the entrance to St. Wolfgang, in south-facing
location on the hillside, direct access to the
Lake. Not right next to the hotel but only 5 mi-
nutes’ walk away. Sunbathing lawn near the lake
with direct access to the lake. Stunning view of
the lake from all apartments.
Prices per apartment and night in euro
• Living room with TV/satellite programmes• Kitchen with hob and oven, in some cases with microwave, dishwasher,
kettle and coffee machine (coffee capsules can be purchased from Reception)• Fresh bread rolls on request• Bath/WC and hairdryer• Washing machine and dryer in the building
(coins can be purchased from Reception)• Wi-Fi is available in all our apartments
Small libraries in the apartments• Free use of the SPA in the lake wellness area with the lake pool heated to 30 °C
year-round, as well as the Rössl pool (37 °C)• 1 bathing bag per person per stay with bath robe,
slippers and towels – can be picked up at hotel reception• Individually adjusted bicycles for daily hire• 1 parking space per apartment• Large bathing lawn with play area for the little ones (Residence by the lake) • Water skiing and diving school, Schafbergbahn cogwheel railway and boat lan-
ding stage all close by (Residence by the lake)• You can check in from 4 pm and must check out by 10 amFU
RNIS
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Residence by the lakeBelvedere Residence
SOCIAL MEDIAYOUNG RÖSSL HIGHLIGHTS2021
APRIL
3.4.“Pacher Altar” opening withformer landlord Helmut Peter
4.4. Easter Sunday
5.4. Easter Monday
bis 5.4. Salzburg Easter Festival
23.–25.4. Wine Culinarium
ab 26.4. Hiking weeks with the Hiking Ladiesof Lake Wolfgangsee
30.4. Erecting the Maypole
Rössl treat:
3 = 4 (from 4.4.)and 6 = 7 (all month)Blue Monday: 1 extra night -50%(from 9.4., excluding public holidays)
MAY
until 28.5. Hiking weeks with the Hiking Ladies of Lake Wolfgangsee
30.4.–2.5. Prelude to the season
9.5. Mother’s Day
12.–16.5. Dance Workshops at the Weisses Rössl (Rumba, Cha Cha Cha, Boogie)
13.5. Ascension Day
14.–16.5. Classic car event „Wolfgangsee Classic“
28.–30.5. Bad Ischl music festival – 170 years Salinenmusik ensemble
30.5. Schafberg run
Rössl treat:3 = 4 (until 17.5.) and 6 = 7 (until 14.5)Blue Monday: 1 extra night -50%(until 28.5., excl. public holidays)
JUNE3.6. Corpus Christi procession
18.–20.6. 101 year anniversary of the Salzkam-mergut Guild of Folklore and Traditional Dress Associations
24.6. Vespa Lake Day, 3rd Vespa Meet
Rössl treat:Book your stay for November (1.–19.11.) by 30.6. and you receive Rössl half-board as a gift!
JULYfrom 10.7. Bad Ischl Lehar Festival
from 17.7. . Salzburg Festival
22.7.Rössl Seepferdchen swimmingcompetition
Rössl-ZuckerlSeepferdchen swimming competi-tion with the Rössl landlady on 22.7.
AUGUST
5.8. Rössl–Seepferdchen swimming competition
12.–15.8. Kaiser Days in Bad Ischl
until 30.8. Salzburg Festival
until 30.8. Bad Ischl Lehar Festival
Rössl top tip 28.8.
Bell ringing symphony – A musical journey through the history of St. Wolfgang in the Wallfahrtskirche pilgrimage church
SEPTEMBER10.9. Traktoria tractor rally in St. Wolfgang
from 13.9. Hiking weeks with the Hiking Ladies of Lake Wolfgangsee
from 25.9.Wild game weeks at the Weisses Rössl
Rössl treat:3 = 4 (from 26.9.) and 6 = 7 (from 19.9.)Blue Monday: 1 extra night -50%(from 17.9., excl. public holidays)
OCTOBER
2.–3.10.Livestock drive from Alpine pasturesin St. Wolfgang
10.10. Lake Wolfgangsee run
until 22.10 Hiking weeks with the Hiking Ladies of Lake Wolfgangsee
22.–24.10. Rössl Bier-Roas beer festival
31.10. Church festival in St. Wolfgang
Rössl treat:
3 = 4 (all month) und 6 = 7 (all month)lue Monday: 1 extra night -50%(all month, excl. public holidays)
IMPRINTPublisher: Romantik Hotel Im Weissen Rössl, 5360 St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut | Concept and Editorial Staff: Verena Örley, Andrea Schupfer Texts: Peter Philipp, VerenaÖrley, Iris Peter, Gudrun Peter Photos: Bildarchiv Weisses Rössl, ATG Thorsten Groneberg, Hochzeitsbilder: Tassilo Edelsbacher/sagJA-im-Salzkammergut.at /trisquare-pic-tures, Thom Trauner/sagJA-im-Salzkammergut.at /punkywedding, digitales Bildarchiv Oberösterreich Tourismus (Moritz Ablinger, Heiko Mandl, Robert Maybach), Daniel Kondratiuk,Michael Weberberger, Takuma Efoil, Max Eisl, Alessandro Nagellacke, SalzburgerLand Bilddatenbank, Filmarchiv Austria, Ullstein Bildverlag, Seegut Eisl, Metzgerei Zauner, Imkerei Hintsteiner, Casa Amore, Weingut Eschlböck, Fam. Milanko, Fam. Schöne, Fabienne Peter, Betriebsgemeinschaft Theuringer, shutterstock. Volker Höpfl Graphic design: Stadthaus 38, Innsbruck, Verena ÖrleyTranslation into English: Covi, Wurzer & Partner - Die Sprachdienstleister | Printing: Salzkammergut Media, Gmunden | Salzkammergut Media, Gmunden | Should you have any queries or requests, please contact your Rössl landlady Gudrun Peter. All prices subject to error/change. Due to the corona pandemic, short-term programme and schedule changes cannot be ruled out. We ask for your understanding. 33
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