VACATION CLOSE TO NATURE & CULTURE

ACTIVE VACATION IN SCHÄRDING

Unique sportive-active experiences. Unique discoveries in nature. Pure relaxation. A stay with us at the Boutique Hotel Forstinger in Schärding offers all of this. Look forward to true relaxation close to nature: stroll through the historic baroque town of Schärding, promenade serenely through nearby Passau and visit the city's sights. Or venture out into the countryside - for hiking, biking, swimming. Surrounded by beauty, you can do the things you enjoy most during your active vacation in Schärding. Enjoy exercise, nature, tranquility and recreation in a class of its own!

ACTIVE HOLIDAYS NEAR SCHÄRDING

MOMENTS OF LEISURE & POWER DAYS

If you're seeking adventure, in beautiful Schärding, you can take on some athletic challenges: the local golf course regularly offers golf courses for beginners. There's a multitude of hiking and mountain biking routes that start right at the Hotel Forstinger. Or how about trying your hand at fly-fishing? Near Hotel Forstinger, you'll find two "Fly-Only" stretches for fly fishermen. You'll always benefit from the untouched nature surrounding Schärding. Just steps away from the city center, your active holiday in Schärding awaits in a natural paradise that is truly exceptional.

SHOPPING IN A CLASS OF ITS OWN

SHOPPING TIPS

Schärding, the perfect starting point for a shopping trip. Within a radius of only 30 km you can buy top brands in factory outlets:

Högl
Lowa
Think!
Trixi Schober
Kobleder Knitwear
Traditional costumes Wenger

The STADTGALERIE, on the other hand, sets a new dimension in shopping, experience and strolling right in the heart of the charming three-river city of Passau, in the immediate vicinity of the pedestrian zone, the old town and the University of Passau.

ON THE ROAD BY BIKE

BIKING IN SCHÄRDING

On two wheels, you can experience the region around Schärding up close. Whether you choose a mountain bike or an e-bike, it will not only quickly take you from one place to another but also give you plenty of time to peacefully admire the passing scenery. Discover the beauty of untouched nature, especially on the beautiful cycling paths along the rivers. Start your bike tour with your own bike, one of our complimentary hotel bikes, or an e-bike available for rent at the hotel. We charge €55 per person per day for an e-bike.

FUN ON THE GREENS GOLFING

NEAR SCHÄRDING

The golfer-friendly Hotel Forstinger is the perfect starting point to explore a different golf course in the area every day. Just 8 km from Schärding, you'll find one of the most beautiful golf facilities in Upper Austria, the Celtic Golf Course Schärding.

Golf cours www.gcschaerding.at

through the Innviertel

Hiking

Hotel Forstinger, located in the heart of Schärding, is the perfect accommodation for your hiking vacation in Austria. You won't find towering mountains with bare rock peaks here in the Innviertel – there's no need for climbing! Instead, you'll hike across gentle hills, through the bird and nature reserve of Innauen, or at lofty heights on the treetop walkway. Lace up your hiking boots and enjoy the beautiful aspects of a hiking vacation in Austria. Along the way, you'll encounter breweries, distilleries, and local farm shops, allowing you to get to know the Innviertel region even better.

Canoe or Excursion Steamer

Active on the Inn River

Water is always present in the Innviertel region! The river that gives the region its name has shaped the landscape around Schärding and remains of great importance to the cultural landscape. Enjoy the diverse views during a journey on the green river. You can either take a leisurely excursion steamer or venture out in a canoe to follow the river's course.

Popular activities on the Inn River:

Idyllic Inn River cruise: between the enchanting Baroque town of Schärding and the charming Three Rivers City of Passau, with four castles and palaces. www.innschifffahrt.at
Inflatable boat trips and canoeing on the Inn River: Experience pure outdoor fun on the water. www.sport-eder.de

Summer holiday at Hotel Forstinger

Swimming

Maybe you don't just want to glide over the water, but dive straight into the cool waters? If you are looking for refreshment, you will find several natural open-air swimming pools and bathing biotopes in the vicinity of Hotel Forstinger - here all water rats are guaranteed to get their money's worth!

Naturfreibad in Pocking: www.passauer-land.de
Baggersee Hartkirchen: www.passauer-land.de
Camp Stumergut - drei natürlich angelegte Badebiotope: www.oekocamp.at
Therme Geinberg: www.therme-geinberg.at

Excitement, fun & games

Family holiday

Our 4-star hotel in Schärding is extremely family-friendly. Various activities for young and old await in the surrounding area. The following excursions for the whole family are guaranteed to keep you entertained:

Westernstadt PULLMAN CITY: www.pullmancity.de
Wildpark Schloss Ortenburg: www.wildpark-ortenburg.de
Falknerei Adlerwarte: www.adlerwarte-obernberg.at
Ikuna Naturresort & Erlebnispark: ikuna.at/erlebnispark

Make your active holiday near Schärding as varied as you like!