--- title: Wolfgangsee Boats ships ferry url: "https://fuschlsee.salzkammergut.at/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/400639/wolfgangsee-boat-service.html" description: "Ship ahoy on Lake Wolfgangsee!" date: 2012-06-11 modified: 2026-03-06 --- # Wolfgangsee Boats ships ferry Wolfgangsee boat service ========================== St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut, Oberösterreich, Österreich ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/204074/49A81278964E6AE0250BBD63F78D8DBCC91B9DFA01939352A34A0CB1DB0CA330/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/204075/3B16DE806C379C8ADDF3027CB4AB8F5D6F65C2C2F64014F9B137489BA2D60B92/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/204076/382A34D5447FEB8BBEA28041FD4C2BDA7D0A4D32B5B42D369386D31B81B7F4A8/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee boat trip in St. Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut: The picture shows a village with an old bell tower and a traditional building on the shore of a clear blue lake. A large excursion boat is travelling across the water, while wooded mountains can be seen in the background.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204074/49A81278964E6AE0250BBD63F78D8DBCC91B9DFA01939352A34A0CB1DB0CA330/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204074/49A81278964E6AE0250BBD63F78D8DBCC91B9DFA01939352A34A0CB1DB0CA330/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee boat trip in St. Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut: The picture shows a large excursion boat travelling on a lake or river. The ship is loaded with passengers who are obviously enjoying a round trip or a boat tour. The picturesque surroundings with forests and mountains in the background lend the scene an idyllic atmosphere.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204075/3B16DE806C379C8ADDF3027CB4AB8F5D6F65C2C2F64014F9B137489BA2D60B92/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204075/3B16DE806C379C8ADDF3027CB4AB8F5D6F65C2C2F64014F9B137489BA2D60B92/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee boat trip in St. Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut: The picture shows a large, modern ship travelling on a calm lake or river. The ship is white in colour and has several decks on which passengers can sit. Striking mountain peaks can be seen in the background, forming a picturesque backdrop.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204076/382A34D5447FEB8BBEA28041FD4C2BDA7D0A4D32B5B42D369386D31B81B7F4A8/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204076/382A34D5447FEB8BBEA28041FD4C2BDA7D0A4D32B5B42D369386D31B81B7F4A8/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee boat trip in St. Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut: The picture shows an excursion boat on an idyllic lake, surrounded by green mountains and a picturesque village on the shore. The boat is named "Austria" and offers passengers an opportunity to explore the beautiful landscape.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204077/FCCDD3C74D28FF7E8CAE8222DD55E85AB7090F90981ED4C64AAC9D5A933DFC7B/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204077/FCCDD3C74D28FF7E8CAE8222DD55E85AB7090F90981ED4C64AAC9D5A933DFC7B/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee boat trip in St. Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut: The picture shows a historic steamboat travelling across a picturesque lake. The ship is decorated with traditional elements and offers passengers a view of the breathtaking mountain scenery in the surrounding area.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204078/3ECEE0979BC6100DBFD69D52048D69A4BDD0C5D126001D024D4CC66F4E2B868E/kaiser-franz-josef.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204078/3ECEE0979BC6100DBFD69D52048D69A4BDD0C5D126001D024D4CC66F4E2B868E/kaiser-franz-josef.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee boat trip in St. Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut: The picture shows a large, colourfully decorated excursion boat sailing on a lake or river. The ship is decorated with flags and colourful pennants and has room for many guests, who it seems to be carrying on a sightseeing tour through the idyllic, mountainous landscape.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204079/63F0BBD42558071C8BDC5BF0A2D6EF0E05AA44771AA25B67E18A6F8E0D1CCCA6/kaiser-franz-josef.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204079/63F0BBD42558071C8BDC5BF0A2D6EF0E05AA44771AA25B67E18A6F8E0D1CCCA6/kaiser-franz-josef.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee boat trip in St. Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut: The picture shows an excursion boat travelling on a lake. The boat has a traditional design and is surrounded by buildings with charming architecture embedded in a picturesque mountain landscape.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204080/5891B305F5870433E68DBF4878F2C429DF4730F88023EF877DBD499A2026985A/kaiserin-elisabeth.png "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204080/5891B305F5870433E68DBF4878F2C429DF4730F88023EF877DBD499A2026985A/kaiserin-elisabeth.png) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee boat trip in St. Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut: The picture shows an idyllic village with a church with a bell tower, which is located on the shore of a lake. A motorised boat carrying passengers can be seen in front of the church. The surroundings are characterised by trees and mountains, creating a picturesque scene.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204081/1F6FAC1B3B63EDE6D2CCD2D4690873868CFC127D4B19A96D3871ED3160BDDA31/kaiser-franz-josef.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204081/1F6FAC1B3B63EDE6D2CCD2D4690873868CFC127D4B19A96D3871ED3160BDDA31/kaiser-franz-josef.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee boat trip in St. Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut: The picture shows a picturesque mountain lake with crystal-clear, turquoise-coloured water. In the centre of the lake, an excursion boat full of passengers sails over the calm waves. Wooded mountains rise up on the shore, forming an impressive natural backdrop.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204082/0F46BFF8D2C186AFA0206CE3584DC41C04794A3F20CF2F22C368FBC521D15182/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204082/0F46BFF8D2C186AFA0206CE3584DC41C04794A3F20CF2F22C368FBC521D15182/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee boat trip in St. Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut: The picture shows an excursion boat travelling across a lake. The boat is painted white and blue and is flying the Austrian flag. A picturesque mountain landscape with forests and buildings can be seen in the background.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204083/8690B2CBFED7A1B5A96B09CD9B1642804099650E1D9D3E92430B7758643F4FAD/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204083/8690B2CBFED7A1B5A96B09CD9B1642804099650E1D9D3E92430B7758643F4FAD/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee boat trip in St. Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut: The picture shows a picturesque village on the shore of a lake. There is a church tower with a dome and several multi-storey buildings in traditional style. In the foreground you can see a ship floating on the lake. The surrounding area is surrounded by wooded mountains.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204084/14F27677B93E00877556E63E81D8BC26AF1B110AFE244CB26C7921D917C2E700/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204084/14F27677B93E00877556E63E81D8BC26AF1B110AFE244CB26C7921D917C2E700/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee boat trip in St. Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut: The picture shows an excursion boat sailing on a turquoise-coloured lake. In the background you can see a picturesque mountain landscape with a church tower.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204085/E79A7FA2BA59F50580E64C2F55FFF262AFD27B56FC570FAA2A6EC11670D34EBC/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204085/E79A7FA2BA59F50580E64C2F55FFF262AFD27B56FC570FAA2A6EC11670D34EBC/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee boat trip in St. Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut: The picture shows a large passenger boat sailing on a picturesque lake with turquoise-coloured water and wooded mountains in the background. Passengers can enjoy the beautiful surroundings from on board.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204086/7CA1DB52F59936BE72B7EAB339C9E1FCDB2B17B669AD925429421448049D9D0B/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204086/7CA1DB52F59936BE72B7EAB339C9E1FCDB2B17B669AD925429421448049D9D0B/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg) © Open copyright © sa Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee boat trip in St. Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut: The picture shows a picturesque lake landscape with clear, turquoise-coloured water and wooded mountains in the background. A large ship sails across the lake, while a small wooden jetty juts into the foreground, surrounded by lush vegetation.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204087/0FE21B01F9E8D63DA2790F5F2267DDFDD601DE1297C321D233A5E3C482192157/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg "© sa") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204087/0FE21B01F9E8D63DA2790F5F2267DDFDD601DE1297C321D233A5E3C482192157/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg) © Open copyright © WolfgangseeSchifffahrt Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee boat trip in St. Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut: The picture shows a bride and groom standing on a shore with a view of a lake and an excursion boat. The bride is wearing a beautiful white wedding dress, while the groom is elegantly dressed. The surroundings are characterised by beautiful natural landscapes, with mountains in the background and lush trees on the shores.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204088/29B34C232B60896D581691A5D23C17EBC2A2B9B7240CE9DAC31442B368A090B7/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg "© WolfgangseeSchifffahrt") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204088/29B34C232B60896D581691A5D23C17EBC2A2B9B7240CE9DAC31442B368A090B7/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee boat trip in St. Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut: The picture shows a large ship on a calm lake, surrounded by imposing, snow-covered mountains. An illuminated structure can be seen on the shore, radiating a festive atmosphere.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204089/1CD1376C229A323337D14501A01284422273CCE176C902C3251EF46C95D0581F/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204089/1CD1376C229A323337D14501A01284422273CCE176C902C3251EF46C95D0581F/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee boat trip in St. Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut: The picture shows an illuminated ship floating on a dark lake. In the background are mountains and a glowing arch reflected in the water. The scene appears atmospheric and inviting.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204090/E795FD8CDDF74B1B43B993D3A24ED09DCCE17DD9FF2801AC48322A244AE7DEA3/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204090/E795FD8CDDF74B1B43B993D3A24ED09DCCE17DD9FF2801AC48322A244AE7DEA3/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee boat trip in St. Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut: The picture shows a tranquil scene on the shore of a lake. A platform or jetty protrudes from the water, while a large ship sails through the misty morning fog in the background. The landscape is characterised by high mountains illuminated by the sunlight.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204091/C21CB0269968588150EA13092D199749805FFEEEC17EEFC743D689E822FBB19F/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204091/C21CB0269968588150EA13092D199749805FFEEEC17EEFC743D689E822FBB19F/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee boat trip in St. Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut: The picture shows a picturesque village on the shore of a tranquil lake. A passenger ferry sails across the lake with the mountain landscape towering in the background. The scene conveys a peaceful and idyllic atmosphere.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204092/D4035259C8BB20CFA3D1FACCFE4A6CFF8D9249691FFA3A59CC177045A3669D33/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204092/D4035259C8BB20CFA3D1FACCFE4A6CFF8D9249691FFA3A59CC177045A3669D33/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee boat trip in St. Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut: The picture shows a large excursion boat travelling across a lake. The lake is surrounded by snow-covered mountains that shine in the sunlight. The boat itself is painted white and has various decks and superstructures that appear to be designed for tourists.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204093/81BBD2093E0BFCB8729221D5C8CB364502E861C5B8AFE1E8C4745AB90368047C/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204093/81BBD2093E0BFCB8729221D5C8CB364502E861C5B8AFE1E8C4745AB90368047C/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg) © Open copyright © Salzburg AG Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee boat trip in St. Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut: The picture shows a historic building with a tower, which is located on the shore of a lake. A small boat with a flag can be seen in the foreground, indicating a tourist area.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/204094/8042DC48BB38F9716B267F7756A14056ECA568A93158670DB8B7C16F37CF9D78/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg "© Salzburg AG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/204094/8042DC48BB38F9716B267F7756A14056ECA568A93158670DB8B7C16F37CF9D78/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.jpg) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. pets allowed Markt 35 5360 St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Markt%2035%2C%205360%20St.%20Wolfgang%20im%20Salzkammergut "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Markt%2035%2C%205360%20St.%20Wolfgang%20im%20Salzkammergut "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=47.739222348568624&lon=13.439814448356628&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) Ship ahoy on Lake Wolfgangsee! The passenger boat company on Lake Wolfgangsee has been in operation since the times of the last great Emperor. The paddle steamer "Kaiser Franz Josef I" was first launched in 1873 and was hailed at the time as a “technical achievement”. The 33 metre long nostalgic vessel has starred in numerous films and is still part of the fleet. Today, the fleet numbers 6 vessels with the flagship “Salzburg” at the forefront. The largest boat is the "Österreich" (Austria), which can accommodate 365 passengers. The traditional Lake Wolfgangsee fleet of boats belonging to the "Wolfgangsee Schifffahrt" company, with its historic paddle steamer the "Kaiser Franz Josef" and four other passenger boats links the three villages around Lake Wolfgangsee in the most romantic way! If preferred, there are also private boating companies operating on Lake Wolfgangsee. History of the Lake Wolfgangsee Passenger Boat Company: Long before the first paddle steamer “Kaiser Franz Josef I” sailed on Lake Wolfgangsee in 1873, business was already brisk on the water. This was, in the main, pilgrims who were rowed to and fro between Fürberg and St. Wolfgang in so-called “Traunderln” (flat bottomed boats similar to punts). In 1869 an engineer for the Empress Elisabeth Railway, Berthold Currant, together with the director of the Steyrermühl Paper Factory, Albert Pietz, endeavoured to obtain a concession for boating trade on Lake Wolfgangsee. The first boat was delivered in sections at the beginning of 1873 from Linz to Strobl. On 20th May, 1873 the first steamboat, the paddle steamer “Kaiser Franz Josef I” completed her maiden voyage... and the boating company on Lake Wolfgangsee was created. The first timetable saw four trips scheduled per day in the summer months going from Strobl - St. Wolfgang - Fürberg - St. Gilgen. The journey took 45 minutes. Because business wasn’t very profitable in the short summer months, Currant pushed for the building of a railway on the Schafberg Mountain. In 1886, Currant bought a propellor-powered steamboat from the Budapest Ferry Company for the company on Lake Abersee (the old name for Lake Wolfgangsee) which has been in service on Lake Wolfgangsee since 1888 under the name of “(Kaiserin) Elisabeth” (the Empress Elisabeth). It wasn’t until 1893, after the building of the Schafberg Mountain cog railway, under the leadership of the SKGLB that the boat company’s business took an upturn. After several changes of ownership (tourist office and the German State Railway), the ÖBB (the Austrian Railway Company), bought the WolfgangseeSchifffahrt (Lake Wolfgangsee Passenger Boat Company) together with the Schafberg Mountain cog railway and the Hotel on the Schafberg Mountain summit. After the end of the war, there was a huge upsurge in business and over the years the fleet was actively extended. Today there are 6 motor-powered boats including the Paddle Steamer “Kaiser Franz Josef I”. In April 2006, the “Salzburg AG für Energie, Verkehr und Telekommunikation” took over the running of the Schafberg cog railway and the Lake Wolfgangsee boat company, and in so doing this energy and infrastructure service provider has expanded its area of operations with two leading tourist enterprises in the Salzkammergut. The Wolfgangsee Schifffahrt boats can be booked for weddings. Facts: In operation since 1873. Fleet: 5 boats. 7 landing stages: St. Gilgen - Fürberg - Ried-Falkenstein - St. Wolfgang, Schafbergbahn - St. Wolfgang, Markt - Gschwendt Parkplatz - Strobl Journey time: St. Gilgen - Strobl - 1 hour 15 minutes. [ Contact ](#ttgCollapseKontakt) ---------------------------------- **Wolfgangsee boat service** Markt 35 5360 St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut Phone [ +43 662 8884 - 9700 ](tel:+4366288849700) E-Mail [info@5schaetze.at](#mailto) Web [www.5schaetze.at/de/wolfgangseeschi…](https://www.5schaetze.at/de/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.html "New window") https://www.5schaetze.at/de/wolfgangseeschifffahrt.html --- **Contact person** Mr Dienststellenleiter Mario Mischelin Phone [ +43 662 8884 - 9700 ](tel:+4366288849700) --- **We speak the following languages** German English [ Opening hours ](#ttgCollapseOeffnungszeiten) ------------------------------------------------ [timetable and prices](https://www.5schaetze.at/en/schafbergbahn/prices-and-timetables.html) **Closing day**- Monday - Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday - Friday - Saturday - Sunday - holiday [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- [ Equipment ](#ttgCollapseAusstattung) ---------------------------------------- - Toilet facility - Food and drink available [ Prices ](#ttgCollapsePreise) -------------------------------- **General price information**[Timetable and prices](https://www.salzburg-bahnen.at/en/wolfgangseeschifffahrt/prices-and-timetables.html) **Payment methods** Cash payment **Debit and credit cards** ATM card Diners Club Mastercard Visa **Discounts (Age-related / Groups)**- Children **Discounts (Memberships)**- Salzkammergut Sommer-Card WolfgangseeTicket Normal price / special price adult € 31,00 / € 29,40 - Salzkammergut Winter-Card 3 at one go\* Adults EUR 29,60 / EUR 28,00 \*With this ticket you can travel to St. Gilgen, St. Wolfgang and Strobl once each. - Family Card OÖ [https://www.familienkarte.at/d…](https://www.familienkarte.at/de/familienkarte/vorteilsgeber/vorteilsgebersuchedetailseite/action.view/entity.detail/key.17386.html "Link will open in a new window") [ Suitability ](#ttgCollapseEignung) -------------------------------------- - All weather - Suitable for groups - Suitable for schools - Suitable for kids (all ages) - Suitable for pushchairs - Pets allowed - Suitable for teenagers - Suitable for seniors - Suitable for single travelers - Suitable for friends - Suitable for couples - Suitable for children **Season**- Spring - Summer - Autumn - Winter [ Accessibility ](#ttgCollapseBarrierefreiheit) ------------------------------------------------- Suitable for wheelchairs: Not all of the legally stipulated ÖNORM are complied with. 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