Summer is well and truly over now.
The days are getting shorter, it’s already quite chilly in the mornings, and if you’re still out and about in the evening, you realise quite clearly that winter isn’t far off.
We are still enjoying the beautiful colours of autumn. The woods around St. Lambrecht are ablaze with red, orange and gold. On sunny autumn days in particular, it is wonderful to take a stroll through the countryside and savour this special time of year.
But we’ll admit it: we’re actually looking forward to the snow a little bit.
On social media, too, we’re now seeing the first pictures of snow-covered mountains, skiing and winter holidays. People are starting to make their holiday plans, and we’re slowly starting to look forward to the coming winter season as well.
We’re looking forward to winter
For us, every season has its own charm. But when the first snow falls and the countryside around St. Lambrecht is transformed into a white winter wonderland, it’s something special all over again every year.
Suddenly, everything looks different.
The woods turn white, the mountains are capped with snow, and sometimes it is so quiet in the morning that all you can hear is the crunch of snow under your shoes.
It’s precisely these moments that we love about winter here.
And, of course, there’s plenty for our guests to get up to.
A day on the Grebenzen
If you enjoy skiing, you’ll naturally have a particularly lovely time here.
The Grebenzen ski resort is situated right next to St. Lambrecht and has everything you need for a lovely day in the snow. Whether you’re a beginner, a family or an experienced skier – everyone can carve their own turns here and enjoy the winter.
And after a day on the slopes, there’s nothing like a cosy evening, of course.
At the valley station and around the slope, there are plenty of places to round off your day’s skiing in style with a drink or a light bite to eat.
And at some point, we’ll head back to St. Lambrecht.
Take off your ski boots, put on some warm clothes and just relax.
That’s what a winter’s day should be like.
Cross-country skiing at Weirerteich
If you’d like to take things at a more leisurely pace, you really must explore the Weirerteich.
When the cross-country trails have been groomed and the landscape is blanketed in snow, cross-country skiing here is a wonderful experience.
You glide through the winter landscape, breathe in the crisp mountain air and can simply forget about everyday life for a few hours.
You don’t have to be a professional at all.
It’s not about travelling as fast as possible. It’s about being outdoors, getting some exercise and enjoying nature.
And when your cheeks are nice and cold and rosy afterwards, the coffee back at the guesthouse tastes even better.
Snowshoe hiking – simply get out into nature
Another wonderful way to enjoy winter is to go on a snowshoe hike.
It is precisely when fresh snow has fallen that you can really savour the tranquillity of the wintry landscape.
Away from the main paths, it quickly becomes quiet. There’s nothing but the snow beneath the snowshoes, the snow-covered trees and the mountains all around.
You don’t need much at all to do that.
Warm clothes, sturdy footwear, snowshoes – and your winter adventure can begin.
For us, snowshoe hiking is one of the most wonderful ways to really immerse ourselves in the winter landscape around St. Lambrecht.
For our sporty guests: a ski tour up the Frauenalpe
And then, of course, there are our mountains for anyone who fancies a bit of a challenge.
A ski tour up the Frauenalpe can be a truly special experience when the conditions are right.
Step by step, the path leads uphill. With every metre of altitude, the view opens up, and once you reach the top, the snow-covered mountain landscape awaits.
It’s hard to describe the tranquillity up there.
Of course, when it comes to ski touring, safety always comes first. You must take the weather, snow conditions and avalanche risk into account, and this requires thorough preparation and the relevant experience.
If you’re well prepared, you can enjoy a fantastic day in the mountains here.
A winter holiday doesn’t have to involve sport every day.
We’d like to take this opportunity to say that as well.
You don’t have to be on the slopes every day.
Sometimes a leisurely stroll through St. Lambrecht is just the ticket. Or a winter walk through the woods. Perhaps a trip out into the surrounding countryside.
And sometimes the best plan of all is simply not to have a plan.
Sleeping in, having a leisurely breakfast, going for a walk, having a coffee, reading a good book and simply enjoying the peace and quiet.
For us, that’s also part of a great holiday.
What we particularly love about St. Lambrecht
Perhaps it is precisely this blend that makes St. Lambrecht so special.
Mountains and nature, but at the same time a place where life is still a little quieter and more personal.
People know each other here. They greet one another in the street, strike up conversations and even take the time to exchange a few words.
St Lambrecht has a charm all of its own, particularly in winter.
When the lights come on in the houses in the evening, the surrounding mountains are white and it slowly grows quiet outside, a very special atmosphere takes hold.
For us, a cosy atmosphere and a warm welcome are simply part and parcel of St. Lambrecht.
You arrive as a holiday guest – and perhaps, after just a short while, you start to feel a bit at home.
And that is exactly what we hope for our guests too.
And what about après-ski?
Of course, we don’t want to keep that a secret.
If you’re looking for big après-ski parties and a wild nightlife that goes on until the early hours, then St. Lambrecht is probably not the right holiday destination for you.
But: Of course, we can’t do without a bit of après-ski either.
Around the Grebenzen area, after a lovely day’s skiing, there’s certainly the chance to sit together in a cosy atmosphere, have a drink, listen to some music and round off the day on the slopes.
After that, things will settle down again in St. Lambrecht.
And to be honest: that’s exactly what we like.
Hier gibt es weder riesige Menschenmengen noch Trubel, der bis in die frühen Morgenstunden andauert. Stattdessen erwartet einen ein gemütlicher Ort, freundliche Menschen, gute Gespräche und die Ruhe der Berge.
A cosy atmosphere? Absolutely.
A bit of après-ski? Of course.
Partying until dawn? There are other places for that.
For us, winter is all about snow, nature, being active, hospitality and enjoying each other’s company.
And perhaps that’s exactly the winter holiday you’re looking for.
And then you come home again
At least, that’s sort of how it feels to us.
When our guests return to Pension Lambrecht after a day on the slopes, a cross-country ski session, a snowshoe hike or a ski tour, it is precisely this feeling that, for us, is part and parcel of a holiday.
Cold and perhaps snowy outside – cosy inside.
Talk a bit about how the day went. Where it was particularly lovely. What the snow conditions are like. Perhaps give a tip for the next day as well.
We live here and know the local area very well. That’s why we’re always happy to share our personal tips with our guests.
After all, it’s often the little things that make a holiday particularly enjoyable.
Let winter come
Autumn is still here.
The woods are still ablaze with their beautiful colours, and on some days the sun warms us.
But the cold nights are already reminding us: winter is on its way.
And we’re looking forward to it
Here’s to the first snowflakes. Here’s to snow-capped mountains. Here’s to skiers, cross-country skiers and snowshoe walkers. Here’s to cosy evenings. Here’s to good conversations.
And, of course, to our guests.
Perhaps we’ll see each other in St. Lambrecht this winter?
In any case, we would be delighted to welcome you here.
Best regards from St. Lambrecht
John & Marjolein
Pension Lambrecht
