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Extraordinary: The Nature Hotel Forsthofgut in Leogang | Austria

A place of strength in the Salzburg region

Arrive. Breathe deeply. Feel at ease. Discover a place of strength amid Austria’s remarkable natural landscape, where you can truly feel at home. And with each passing day, gather quiet moments of happiness and experiences that stay with you long after your winter holiday in Leogang. Like the craggy peaks of the Leogang Mountains, these memories stand the test of time – and never lose their magic.

Enjoy wellness and sun - outdoor pool at the spa hotel Forsthofgut in Austria

waldSPA covering 5.700 m²

As snow settles over the surrounding forests and the world outside grows quieter, waldSPA reveals a deeper sense of calm. At Forsthofgut, wellness is inextricably linked to nature. Framed by snow-covered woodland and crisp alpine air, our award-winning waldSPA in the Salzburg region becomes a place of quiet renewal. Light-filled relaxation rooms, soothing warmth and restorative treatments create space to slow down, while yoga and Pilates invite gentle movement and a renewed sense of balance. Across 5,700 m² dedicated to wellbeing, your spa retreat in Austria unfolds in harmony with nature.

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Child and adult skiing directly outside Forsthofgut in Leogang – ski-in ski-out access for a family ski holiday in the Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn.

Winter holidays in Austria

Forsthofgut is the perfect starting point for your ski holiday in Leogang. With ski-in & ski-out access, you can head straight from the hotel into the Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn ski area. Beyond the slopes, the winter landscape around Leogang invites you to enjoy winter walks, cross-country skiing, ski touring and tobogganing. A special highlight awaits from winter 2026: the new ice skating rink right at Forsthofgut. Surrounded by snow-covered forests and the majestic Leogang Mountains, enjoy active winter days, memorable experiences in nature and special moments together in the snow.

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Our Nature Hotel

The Forsthofgut has been rooted in Leogang for 400 years, and the Schmuck family has been at home here for five generations. This long tradition and history shape every step we take. We have a strong connection to the Leogang region region and nature and want to take responsibility for our homeland and future generations. For us, nature is our source of strength and our most precious treasure. Whether in spring, summer, autumn or winter: each season reveals the unique beauty of Leogang and inspires us to act sustainably and preserve this environment for those who come after us.

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Listen to nature

Health Escape

Rediscover your balance with modern health treatments and the restorative power of nature. Featuring cryotherapy, hypoxia training and personalised wellbeing insights.

06.09.2026 - 30.11.2026

3-7 nights
from € 1,143

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IN BALANCE.

Autumn view of the waldSPA at Naturhotel Forsthofgut, featuring a heated outdoor pool, natural bathing lake and snow-covered mountains in the background.

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View of the lakeside sauna and heated outdoor pool “Seepool” at Forsthofgut, surrounded by colorful autumn trees and mountain panorama.

Autumn Holiday Escape

Collect unforgettable family moments

4-14 nights

01.10.2026 - 08.11.2026

from € 1,720.00 per person

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Holidays with young children

3 nights

01.11.2026 - 30.11.2026
10.01.2027 - 29.01.2027
07.03.2027 - 20.03.2027
02.05.2027 - 10.07.2027

from € 1,305.00 per person

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Exterior view of the Forsthofgut waldSPA in winter with snow-covered facade.

Winter Joy at Forsthofgut

Arrive with ease this winter

4-7 nights

29.11.2026 - 19.12.2026
09.01.2027 - 30.01.2027
14.03.2027 - 20.03.2027

from € 1,665.00 per person

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winterWELLNESS

Quiet days. Warm retreats.

3-7 nights

28.11.2026 - 18.12.2026
10.01.2027 - 30.01.2027
07.03.2027 - 20.03.2027

from € 1,080.00 per person

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Guest enjoying the calm atmosphere in the warm lake pool at Naturhotel Forsthofgut.

calmTIME

Relaxing getaway for two

4 nights

08.11.2026 - 30.11.2026

from € 1,449.00 per person

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Health Escape

Back into balance

3-7 nights

06.09.2026 - 30.11.2026

from € 1,140.00 per person

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Happiness in the Snow

Joy on the slopes

3-7 nights

10.01.2027 - 30.01.2027

from € 1,545.00 per person

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Late Night Spa

For true well-being, we must allow ourselves time. This is why we warmly invite you to our Late Night SPA: Every evening until 10 pm, enjoy the unique atmosphere of our waldSPA Adults Only and swim your laps into the night in our bergFRISCHE sports pool.

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Illuminated outdoor pool at Naturhotel Forsthofgut at dusk, with reflections on the water.

Breathe in the night, exhale the day.

Your hosts at Forsthofgut

Strong roots. 1617 was the year it all began: our farm, which used to be a simple forestry operation, has been around since then. The foundation stone for the hotel in its present form was laid in 1960, and Christoph and Christina Schmuck have been running the family business since 2006. They share their passion for hospitality with their large team.

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waldSPA Health

Your retreat for renewed energy.
At the Naturhotel Forsthofgut we've created a place where health comes naturally. Nestled in the heart of nature, your personal journey to greater well-being begins here. In the new waldSPA Health area you'll find tailor-made health programmes - from gentle exercise and innovative longevity treatments to mindful moments of calm. New highlights include:

cryo therapy
IHHT therapy
uVida

For better balance. For renewed strength.

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Family is walking over the bridge in the Naturhotel Forsthofgut Austria

Family time at Forsthofgut

Your family winter holiday unfolds with a special kind of magic as nature around Forsthofgut transforms into a snow-covered wonderland and the crisp mountain air invites you to spend time together. All around the hotel, new favourite spots and little winter adventures await. At the heart of it all is the waldSPA Family & Kids, where children splash, slide and play freely in the water, while outside snow-covered forests and mountains invite you to explore together.

Rocky’s Club complements the experience with daily childcare and a varied programme of indoor and outdoor activities – ideal for an unforgettable family escape shaped by ease and movement.

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Interior view of a dining room at the Forsthofgut

5-COURSE DINNER AT THE MAIN RESTAURANT

The most important ingredient of our cuisine philosophy is a passion for authentic culinary pleasure. You can taste it in every bite from breakfast to fine dining at the award-winning Chef's Table. Our three varieties of cuisine celebrate good taste every single day, serve vegan creations, and rely on high-quality regional products from our own farm. On selected evenings each week, we delight our guests with special culinary highlights.

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Garden loft with floating fireplace at Naturhotel Forsthofgut

Nature Rooms & Suites

The rooms and suites at Naturhotel Forsthofgut combine the luxury of a 5-star hotel with a gentle sense of nature: We ensure it with high-quality materials, warm colors, and elegant design. In addition, we provide an extra portion of personal comfort – from the freshly baked Gugelhupf as a greeting and the yoga mat in your room.

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Woman feeding a stag at Forsthofgut’s wildlife enclosure in Leogang, with views of the snow-covered Leogang mountains – a unique nature experience during a winter holiday in Austria’s Salzburg region.

Winter experiences in nature

As snow blankets the forests around Forsthofgut and crisp winter air fills Leogang, a special season of discovery begins. Whether during a private wildlife feeding, exploring snow-covered hiking trails in Saalfelden Leogang or enjoying memorable moments between forest and mountains, the Salzburger Land offers something new to discover each day. Quiet moments in nature, adventures big and small and time spent outdoors give winter at Forsthofgut a charm all its own.

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Woman unwraps a special gift from Forsthofgut

Forsthofgut Vouchers

Give a bit of happiness. Make your beloved one's happy with a voucher for a relaxing getaway at Naturhotel Forsthofgut. Discover our vouchers here: Choose a template, personalize it, print it at home, and give it to someone you love.

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