A picturesque, dreamy village lying directly on the lake ... Being the first lake you see as you enter the Salzkammergut Lake District it is also known as the "Gateway to the Salzkammergut". Enjoy the wonderful countryside and the friendly atmosphere amongst  Fuschl's 1500 residents, where everybody knows everybody else. Be part of the local festivals that regularly take place in the village or discover the charms of nearby Salzburg and the spa town of Bad Ischl. With the Land-Hotel Schützenhof as your base you will discover this charming area and refresh and revive body and soul. Although there is plenty to see and do in Fuschl am See the surrounding region and neighbouring villages also offer a whole host of leisure activities, sights and cultural and traditional events. Below we have listed just a few of the activities available in the area: * 100 km of sign-posted walking trails and walks * the 130-year old Ruming Mill is open twice a week    for bread-baking and snacks. Various festivals are    also held here * making and tasting cheese at the local Bambichl Farm * children's Activity Card * summer toboggan run * boat hire * Kneippen - the healing power of water * Golf academy with driving range * sports such as swimming, sailing, surfing, fishing,    cycling, Nordic walking etc. Here are a few interesting facts about Fuschl am See: altitude above sea level: 670 m surface area 21,4 km² first mention in records dating back to  790 AC current number of residents approx.1500 25 km east of the Festival City of Salzburg 30 km west of the spa town of Bad Ischl Highlights of events and happenings in the region ... Take a look ... Museums, old mills, exhibitions, sporting events and much, much more »details