Location: Bad Ischl
Top Things to do in Bad Ischl
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Bad Ischl [baːt ˈɪʃl̩] is a spa town in Austria. It lies in the southern part of Upper Austria, at the Traun River in the centre of the Salzkammergut region. The town consists of the Katastralgemeinden Ahorn, Bad Ischl, Haiden, Jainzen, Kaltenbach, Lauffen, Lindau, Pfandl, Perneck, Reiterndorf and Rettenbach. It is connected to the village of Strobl by the river Ischl, which drains from the Wolfgangsee, and to the Traunsee, into which the stream empties.
Restaurants in Bad Ischl
1. Siriuskogl
2. Leharfestival Bad Ischl
3. Katrin Cable Car
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 173 reviews
Since 1959, Katrin cable car has brought a range of visitors to the summit. Enjoy a charming 15-minute drive to more than 1,400 m above sea level with spectacular views! There are NUMEROUS PANORAMA ROUTES on mount Katrin. The network of the circular walk extends from lovely Feuer- and Rosenkogerl westwards to the imperial Katrin summit and further to the beautiful Elferkogel, followed by the romantic Hainzen and the mighty Rosskopf - always accompanied by the impressive mountain scenery of the Salzkammergut that will inspire you. Multi-generation VIA FERRATA: Apart from fun and action for those who want to be active, the promising fixed rope route (suitable for families) offers a fabulous view of the most beautiful lakes of the Salzkammergut region. As highlight, the ascent ends at the majestic cross on the summit of Mount Katrin.
Reviewed By Lovesthesun30 - Sydney, Australia
We caught the cable car to the top of Katrin. 50€ for a family of 4 return with the ‘winter card’ (free from hotel as we are staying in Bad Ischl for more than 3 days). There was SO much snow, we were there for about 4 hours playing in the snow, there are 2 restaurants. The restaurant at the top loans sleds which our 6 and 7 year olds loved. There are hiking paths if you like hiking in the snow. The cable cars leave continuously. We caught a cab from our hotel as we were in all our snow gear was 10€ each way, no Uber in Bad Ischl. Had a fantastic day!
4. Parkbad Bad Ischl
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
5. Kurpark
6. Imperial Park
7. Kaiser-Villa
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 394 reviews
Reviewed By moh718 - Egypt, null
The Kaiser called this place as a piece of paradise. He was right. Very beautiful grounds, surrounding park and clean refreshing air. It could be better maintained, and is certainly worth it. Also, I don't really see the point of not allowing visitors to take photos inside the Villa. It is worth visiting and re-visiting.
8. Museum Der Stadt Bad Ischl
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By Departure811861 - Germany, null
The Museum of the town of Bad Ischl is situated in Seeauerhaus/Hotel Austria on the River Traun. You need a lot of time if you really want to look at all the exhibits closely (or you come back several times). They are distributed across several storeys. On the first floor you find an exhibition about Emperor Franz Josef and his family. It is well-known that the Emperor and his wife got engaged in this building, and it is possible to visit the room where the engagement took place. Apart from imperial history, a lot of objects from other eras of the local past are presented, and that starts with prehistory. The exhibition comprehends the production of salt and its transport on the River Traun. Another very illustrative section is the one about the turn of the 19th to the 20th c. A lot of famous actors, composers and other artists frequented Bad Ischl then and left their traces. I highly recommend a longer visit to this museum because you can also get an insight into local folklore, music and all sorts of traditions. I especially enjoy going to lectures there, some of which were so interesting that I will never forget them. Besides, the audiences were illustrious, too.
9. Lehar-Villa
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 16 reviews
