das balance - SPA & GOLF Hotel am Wörthersee

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Enjoy more hours of sunshine than anywhere else in Austria on a holiday by Lake Wörthersee. The hotel is set in picturesque surroundings, amid Carinthia’s impressive landscape. With the help of a university professor, a retreat centred on balance was created, bringing the four elements together in an authentic, harmonious way. And all right on Lake Wörthersee. The hotel is guided by the Western tradition of the theory of the elements: earth, fire, water and air are the source of all existence, the beginning of all life and symbols of health and joie de vivre. This philosophy underpins the architecture, design, cuisine, wellness treatments and lifestyle at das balance - SPA & GOLF Hotel am Wörthersee. Each of the four elements is represented through colour, form, materials and flavour, in keeping with the principles of traditional European medicine. Lake Wörthersee, renowned for its crystal-clear waters, offers a wide range of water sports and invites you to swim, sail or try stand-up paddleboarding. The surrounding mountains and forests are ideal for walks, cycling and enjoying nature. Nearby, picturesque towns such as Velden and Pörtschach invite you to explore their charming cafés, boutiques and cultural highlights. The region is a paradise for nature lovers and anyone seeking peace and quiet. Klagenfurt, the regional capital, is around 10 minutes away by car.

Let the cuisine at das balance delight you. The kitchen has received several awards from Gault&Millau, À la Carte and Falstaff, and was among the best in the country in 2020. At the “la balance” restaurant, host and “frisch gekocht” TV chef Andrea Grossmann creates memorable culinary experiences with a delicate touch. The hotel places great importance on high-quality produce from the surrounding region and on sustainable ingredients. Lake Wörthersee provides excellent fish, while much of the meat and vegetables comes from the family’s own farm. The hotel is happy to accommodate all kinds of food intolerances. At the nostalgic coffee table, you can look forward to a sweet treat: homemade cakes and pastries, along with fine coffee and tea specialities, served in an especially authentic, nostalgic setting. The “4 Elemente” evening bar is the perfect place to round off a relaxing day in beautiful surroundings.

Experience the four elements up close in the 3,000 m² Elemente SPA & Wellness area and feel their revitalising effects. The wellness area features indoor and outdoor pools, a saltwater pool and a cold-water plunge pool. You’ll also find new relaxation rooms, eight different saunas (including an herbal sauna/Celtic herbal bath, a Roman stone sauna and an experience garden sauna), and a mineral clay steam bath. The outdoor wellness area includes an event sauna with hosted infusions included, as well as a snow grotto. There are also two private spas and a fitness area. At 23 metres long, the swimming pool is almost Olympic-sized and is complemented by comfortable indoor and outdoor loungers. A whirlpool overlooking nearby Lake Wörthersee completes the bathing experience.

Another key part of la balance is the Detox-Reflux Retreat. A carefully tailored combination of nutrition, treatments, exercise, yoga and relaxation, complemented by medical supervision, can help you restore your energy and vitality. Give yourself the luxury of making time for yourself again. Enjoy an intensive personal retreat that also gives you the opportunity to review and improve your health — with prevention in mind. Discover the three programmes, for example: Reflux/Detox Retreat Week, Reflux Basis and Detox Basis, and take a positive step towards supporting your health.

The hotel offers plenty of ways to enjoy your free time, with a balance of activity and relaxation. Boost your sense of wellbeing and vitality with activities such as aqua aerobics, yoga inspired by the four elements, Nordic walking, Smovey, exercise classes, mental training, leisurely excursions, longer mountain hikes and much more.