Helfenberg is a paradise for those wishing to escape the hustle and bustle of big winter resorts.

Experience a glittering winter wonderland away hectic pace and noise big resorts! Strap on snowshoe and discover a whole new world of white off the beaten paths, take a horse-drawn sleigh ride and enjoy the pastoral beauty of this region or just go for a stroll and soak up the sunshine and atmosphere.

The people here are warm-hearted and welcoming and have the gift of making visitors feel at home. The local inns and restaurants serve up delicious comfort-food such as pork roast with dumplings, linseed potatoes, blood sausage and more.

Weberland, Austria´s most important weaving region, is not only a center for textile crafts but also a great destination for family hiking holidays.

Families wishing to escape the crowds will enjoy charming HELFENBERG which is set amid the gently rolling hills of Steinerne Mühl! Enjoy beautiful walks and hikes to attractive sights such as the Piberstein castle ruins, an old forest chapel with a “holy spring” or Helfenberg castle, or just go for leisurely strolls and soak up the region’s scenic beauty.
Leisure facilities include outdoor swimming pools, tennis courts, horse riding, and a hunting course. Many beauty spots are within easy reach of Helfenberg and there are plenty of sporting activities nearby.
The town’s main square boasts a century-old weaving loom instead of the traditional fountain.