The Hochficht Ski Resort is the second largest ski resort in Upper Austria with an elevation of 404 metres, where the European Cup was held. All within driving distance of a few tens of minutes. Snow conditions are guaranteed by modern snow cannons covering 100% of the slopes.
The Sternstein ski resort is only 20 minutes from Rožmberk. It is a family-run Austrian ski resort with three ski slopes, a six-seater chairlift and a cable car with cabins. If you are looking for a quiet skiing experience in a resort with quality facilities, it is the ideal choice.
The picturesque spa town of Bad Leonfelden offers a rich selection of arts and culture in addition to preventive health care, beauty and wellness. The unique school museum (the oldest surviving parish school in Austria), the sweet Kastner Lebzeltarium (Kastner’s Gingerbread World), the world heritage of blueprint printing or the artwork of Leopold-Forstner.
The Sternsteinwarte lookout tower at the top of the 1,125-metre-high Sternstein, built in 1899 in honour of Franz Joseph I. It offers views in all directions of the world – the South Bohemian hinterland, the Bohemian Forest and, in good weather, the Alps. It is easily accessible by a marked trail and is open all year round. Entrance is free of charge.