DER LUXUS DES AUGENBLICKS, die Schönheit der Natur, die entspannte Atmosphäre, das Verwöhnt werden.......
- 26 Rooms
- from 24 m² in the hotel; from 36 m² in the castle Size
- 63 Maximum number of guests
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SPECIAL OFFERS 2026:
Stay 2 nights or more: receive 10% off the daily rate,
stay 3 nights or more: receive 15% off the daily rate.
Discount will be credited on-site
The natural paradise at 1000m above sea level
Opening Hours 2026:
May 21 to September 27
The landscape with the Samaranger and Fernstein lakes is one of the most extraordinary natural beauties of Tyrol. The romantic islands, the quiet forests and the clear mountain creeks were voted the most beautiful places in Tyrol by the viewers of the Austrian Broadcasting Corporation ORF.
High above the emerald-green Fernstein Lake rises the privately managed Schloss Fernstein—a setting scarcely more impressive than one could imagine. First documented in 1519, the castle served for centuries as a popular hunting lodge and welcomed numerous distinguished guests, including Sigismund “the Rich in Coins,” Emperor Maximilian I and many other notable figures of their time.
Around 1720, the castle was adorned with particularly exquisite stucco work featuring intricately designed fruit garlands. In the framed central cartouche, a crowned Madonna of the Protective Mantle with a double-headed eagle is depicted, watching protectively over Schloss Fernstein and the city of Innsbruck. This Baroque ensemble is complemented by two portrait medallions of Emperor Joseph I and his consort Amalia of Brunswick-Lüneburg.
Today, the owning family, together with their team, ensures the well-being of their guests. Here, body, mind, and soul find an ideal place for regeneration. The fresh mountain air invigorates, the impressive natural surroundings inspire, and the idyllic lawns provide space for rest and relaxation.
The elegant castle has found a new life as an exceptionally welcoming destination and today presents itself as a particularly comfortable hotel. Enjoy 8 elegant suites in the castle and 18 lovingly designed hotel rooms offering 4-star comfort in a setting rich with tradition.
We look forward to your visit.
Note on accessibility – outside the season:
Our reception is currently staffed Monday to Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
On Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, it remains closed.
Arrival: from 15:00
Departure: until 11:00
Cancellation terms:
Free cancellation up to 5 days before planned arrival date,
50% of the booked service between the 4th day and 3rd day before
arrival
70% of the booked services from the 2nd day before arrival
| Means of transport / Destination | Location | Distance |
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Amalia of Brunswick Suite
Living/bedroom with double bed and sitting area, approx. 36m²Luxurious bathroom with bathtub/WC and hairdryer with free cosmetic products
Comfortable kitchen with coffee machine (filter and capsule) and kettle.
Refrigerator, flat-screen TV, radio, safe, Wi-Fi
Wonderful view of the Alpleskopf and the castle towers
Luxurious furnishings with antique furniture from the castle’s collection.
suitable for 1-2 guests
Free use of the castle sun terrace
Due to heritage protection, there is no elevator: accommodation is accessible via stairs.
Quiet room
Pets are warmly welcome (for an additional fee).
These services are already included in the room rate:
• A large bottle of refreshing mineral water upon your arrival
• Use of our rowboats and pedal boats – explore the lake at your leisure
• Full access to the entire nature resort area
• Free guest parking directly at the resort
For stays of 2 nights or more, the following are additionally included:
• Relaxing sauna sessions at Villa Lorea (just a 5-minute walk away)
• A special highlight: diving in our emerald-green lakes
(The stated price is for 2 guests, excluding breakfast buffet)
King Ferdinand I Suite
Living/bedroom with double bed and sitting area, approx. 36m²Luxurious bathroom with bathtub/WC and hairdryer with free cosmetic products
Comfortable kitchen with coffee machine (filter and capsule) and kettle.
Refrigerator, flat-screen TV, radio, safe, Wi-Fi
Magnificent view of Lake Fernstein, luxurious furnishings with antique furniture from the castle’s collection, suitable for 1–2 guests
Free use of the castle sun terrace
Due to heritage protection, there is no elevator: accommodation is accessible via stairs.
Quiet room
Pets are warmly welcome (for an additional fee).
These services are already included in the room rate:
• A large bottle of refreshing mineral water upon your arrival
• Use of our rowboats and pedal boats – explore the lake at your leisure
• Full access to the entire nature resort area
• Free guest parking directly at the resort
For stays of 2 nights or more, the following are additionally included:
• Relaxing sauna sessions at Villa Lorea (just a 5-minute walk away)
• A special highlight: diving in our emerald-green lakes
(The stated price is for 2 guests, excluding breakfast buffet)
Eleanor of Scotland Suite
Living/bedroom with double bed, approx. 50m²Luxurious bathroom with bathtub/WC and hairdryer with free cosmetic products
Comfortable kitchen with coffee machine (filter and capsule) and kettle.
Refrigerator, flat-screen TV, radio, safe, Wi-Fi
Magnificent south-facing view of Lake Fernstein and west-facing view of Alpleskopf and the castle towers. Luxuriously furnished with antique pieces from the castle’s collection.
suitable for 1-2 guests
Free use of the castle sun terrace
Due to heritage protection, there is no elevator: accommodation is accessible via stairs.
Quiet room
Pets are warmly welcome (for an additional fee).
These services are already included in the room rate:
• A large bottle of refreshing mineral water upon your arrival
• Use of our rowboats and pedal boats – explore the lake at your leisure
• Full access to the entire nature resort area
• Free guest parking directly at the resort
For stays of 2 nights or more, the following are additionally included:
• Relaxing sauna sessions at Villa Lorea (just a 5-minute walk away)
• A special highlight: diving in our emerald-green lakes
(The stated price is for 2 guests, excluding breakfast buffet)
Count Meinhard II Suite
Living/bedroom with double bed and extra bed1 living room - 2 floors with a total of 51m²
Luxurious bathroom with bathtub/WC and hairdryer with free cosmetic products
Comfortable kitchen with coffee machine (filter and capsule) and kettle.
With a wonderful unobstructed view of the Alpleskopf and castle towers (lake view). Refrigerator, flat-screen TV, radio, safe, Wi-Fi
Luxurious furnishings in baroque and rococo style
1–3 guests; discount for the 3rd guests (sofa bed)
Free use of the castle sun terrace
Due to heritage protection, there is no elevator: accommodation is accessible via stairs.
Quiet room
Pets are warmly welcome (for an additional fee).
These services are already included in the room rate:
• A large bottle of refreshing mineral water upon your arrival
• Use of our rowboats and pedal boats – explore the lake at your leisure
• Full access to the entire nature resort area
• Free guest parking directly at the resort
For stays of 2 nights or more, the following are additionally included:
• Relaxing sauna sessions at Villa Lorea (just a 5-minute walk away)
• A special highlight: diving in our emerald-green lakes
(The stated price is for 2 guests, excluding breakfast buffet)
Emperor Joseph I Suite
Living/bedroom with double bed, approx. 54m²Luxurious bathroom with bathtub/WC and hairdryer with free cosmetic products
Comfortable kitchen with coffee machine (filter and capsule) and kettle.
Wonderful south-facing view of Fernsteinsee and west-facing view of Alpleskopf and the castle towers. Refrigerator, flat-screen TV, radio, safe, Wi-Fi
Luxurious furnishings with baroque stucco ceiling from around 1720 and antique furniture
suitable for 1-2 guests
Free use of the castle sun terrace
Due to heritage protection, there is no elevator: accommodation is accessible via stairs.
Quiet room
ATTENTION: PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THIS ACCOMMODATION -
We appreciate your understanding.
These services are already included in the room rate:
• A large bottle of refreshing mineral water upon your arrival
• Use of our rowboats and pedal boats – explore the lake at your leisure
• Full access to the entire nature resort area
• Free guest parking directly at the resort
For stays of 2 nights or more, the following are additionally included:
• Relaxing sauna sessions at Villa Lorea (just a 5-minute walk away)
• A special highlight: diving in our emerald-green lakes
(The stated price is for 2 guests, excluding breakfast buffet)
Emperor Maximilian I Suite
Living/bedroom with a double bed and a double sofa bedTwo floors with a total of 65m²
Luxurious bathroom with bathtub/WC and hairdryer with free cosmetic products
Comfortable kitchen with coffee machine (filter and capsule) and kettle.
Wonderful south-facing view of Fernsteinsee and west-facing view of Alpleskopf and the castle towers. Refrigerator, flat-screen TV, radio, safe, Wi-Fi
Luxuriously furnished with antique pieces from the castle’s collection, suitable for 2–4 guests
Free use of the castle sun terrace
Due to heritage protection, there is no elevator: accommodation is accessible via stairs.
Quiet room
Pets are warmly welcome (for an additional fee).
These services are already included in the room rate:
• A large bottle of refreshing mineral water upon your arrival
• Use of our rowboats and pedal boats – explore the lake at your leisure
• Full access to the entire nature resort area
• Free guest parking directly at the resort
For stays of 2 nights or more, the following are additionally included:
• Relaxing sauna sessions at Villa Lorea (just a 5-minute walk away)
• A special highlight: diving in our emerald-green lakes
(The price quoted is for 2 guests excluding breakfast buffet)
Herzog Sigmund II.
2 separate bedrooms, 1 tower bedroom: IDEAL FOR FAMILIES, 1 bedroom serves as a passage roomThis 91 m² accommodation offers 2 luxurious bathrooms—one with bathtub, one with shower/WC and hairdryer with complimentary toiletries—along with a large living space, fully equipped kitchen (coffee machine for filter and capsules, kettle, fridge, safe, radio, Wi-Fi, 2 flat TVs), and a south-facing bay with breathtaking mountain views. Decorated with luxurious antique furnishings in traditional Tyrolean style.
Accommodates 2 to 5 guests
Free use of the castle sun terrace
Due to heritage protection, there is no elevator: accommodation is accessible via stairs.
Quiet room
Pets are warmly welcome (for an additional fee).
These services are already included in the room rate:
• A large bottle of refreshing mineral water upon your arrival
• Use of our rowboats and pedal boats – explore the lake at your leisure
• Full access to the entire nature resort area
• Free guest parking directly at the resort
For stays of 2 nights or more, the following are additionally included:
• Relaxing sauna sessions at Villa Lorea (just a 5-minute walk away)
• A special highlight: diving in our emerald-green lakes
(The price quoted is for 2 guests excluding breakfast buffet)
King Ludwig II Suite
2 separate bedrooms, 1 tower bedroom2 luxurious bathrooms, 1x with bathtub and 1x with shower/WC and hairdryer
and complimentary toiletries. Featuring a large, luxurious living space covering a total of 107 m².
Well-equipped kitchen with coffee machine (filter & capsule), kettle, fridge, safe, radio, Wi-Fi, and 3 flat-screen TVs. South-facing bay window offers panoramic mountain and partial lake views. Luxurious Baroque-style furnishings from the castle’s collection. Accommodates 2–5 guests.
Free use of the castle sun terrace
Due to heritage protection, there is no elevator: accommodation is accessible via stairs.
Quiet room
Pets are warmly welcome (for an additional fee).
These services are already included in the room rate:
• A large bottle of refreshing mineral water upon your arrival
• Use of our rowboats and pedal boats – explore the lake at your leisure
• Full access to the entire nature resort area
• Free guest parking directly at the resort
For stays of 2 nights or more, the following are additionally included:
• Relaxing sauna sessions at Villa Lorea (just a 5-minute walk away)
• A special highlight: diving in our emerald-green lakes
(The price quoted is for 2 guests excluding breakfast buffet)
Bed-sitting room in the hotel
Sunny, bright guest rooms invite you to linger. Whisper-quiet fans ensure fresh air and tranquility even with the windows closed. An air conditioning provides comfortable coolness on warm days.Our newly renovated rooms include air conditioning, mostly free mountain or lake views, shower/WC or bathroom, hairdryer, complimentary toiletries, flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, desk with power and USB ports, radio/CD player, safe, unstocked minibar, and elevator access.
Pets are warmly welcome (for an additional fee).
These services are already included in the room rate:
• A large bottle of refreshing mineral water upon your arrival
• Use of our rowboats and pedal boats – explore the lake at your leisure
• Full access to the entire nature resort area
• Free guest parking directly at the resort
For stays of 2 nights or more, the following are additionally included:
• Relaxing sauna sessions at Villa Lorea (just a 5-minute walk away)
• A special highlight: diving in our emerald-green lakes
(The price is for 2 guests excluding breakfast buffet)
Junior Suite in the hotel, Empress Sisi Suite
Sunny, bright guest rooms invite you to linger. Whisper-quiet fans ensure fresh air and tranquility even with the windows closed. An air conditioning provides comfortable coolness on warm days.Our newly renovated rooms include air conditioning, mostly free mountain views, bathroom/WC, hairdryer, complimentary toiletries, flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, desk with power and USB ports, radio/CD player, safe, unstocked minibar and elevator access.
Pets are unfortunately NOT allowed here; we appreciate your understanding.
These services are already included in the room rate:
• A large bottle of refreshing mineral water upon your arrival
• Use of our rowboats and pedal boats – explore the lake at your leisure
• Full access to the entire nature resort area
• Free guest parking directly at the resort
For stays of 2 nights or more, the following are additionally included:
• Relaxing sauna sessions at Villa Lorea (just a 5-minute walk away)
• A special highlight: diving in our emerald-green lakes
(The stated price is for 2 guests, excluding breakfast buffet)
The room/apartment/property is equipped with
- WLAN
- WLAN in the whole house
- Safe
- Heating
- Air condition
- TV, SAT
- Renovated/newly refurbished
- Balcony
- Antique furnished
- View
- In the forest
Bedroom
- Roomsize under 20m2
- Room size over 20m2
- Double bed
- Single bed
- Multi-bed room
- Linen
- Extra cushions and blankets
- Baby cot
- Writing desk
- Electric kettle/Coffee machine
- Room service daily
Bathroom
- Shower
- Bathtub
- WC
- Towels
- Hairdryer
- Cosmetic products
Culinary
- Restaurant
- Breakfast
- Food from our own organic farm
- Products of our own farm
- Local products
Garden
- Sunbathing area
- Sunbed
- Sauna
- Terrace
- Pool-Badetücher
Children
- Playground
- Children's high chair
Kitchen
- Coffee machine
- Electric kettle
- Stove
- Fridge
Others
- not barrier-free
- Non Smoking
- Pets welcome with extra cleaning fee
- Forest experience
- attached farm
- Parking area
In the surrounding area
- Mountainbike/Cycling
- Lake
- Hiking
- Culture
- Riding
- Golf
- Tennis
Payment
- Online payment/credit card
History
Already a popular place to rest with the Romans
As early as Roman times, an important road connection ran over the Fernpass. Even then, there was an opportunity to rest and change horses at the ideally located Fernsteinsee. The remains of this Roman road are still visible to this day. In the Middle Ages, the Fernpaß road was also one of the most important trade routes from Germany to Italy.
The oldest part of the castle is first mentioned in the 12th century. In 1288 Vernstein (also called Stein am Fern) was built as a sovereign fortification. In 1451, Duke Sigmund had the original complex generously extended and a castle chapel built at the same time. In 1543, the road was relocated and now ran directly under the Klausen building. In 1552 Fernstein defended itself against the Elector Moritz of Saxony, who is said to have been held up here for 36 hours. Fernstein Castle was given a ceiling with several portraits and beautiful stucco work on its second upper floor in 1720-1725. The portraits show Emperor Joseph I with his wife Amalie of Brunswick-Lüneburg.
In 1780, the castle and its lands became private property and have since formed a single unit as Hotel Schloss Fernsteinsee.
In 1478, Duke Sigmund der Münzreiche had a hunting lodge built for himself in the Gothic style with four corner towers on the island located in Lake Fernstein. The hunting lodge soon became his favourite place to stay.
In the 16th century, the hunting lodge became inaccessible. From then on, Fernstein Castle was used as the residence of the ducal castle custodian.
The Castle
The oldest part of the castle is first mentioned in the 12th century. In 1288 Vernstein (also called Stein am Fern) was built as a sovereign fortification. In 1451, Duke Sigmund had the original complex generously extended and a castle chapel built at the same time. In 1543, the road was relocated and now ran directly under the Klausen building. In 1552 Fernstein defended itself against the Elector Moritz of Saxony, who is said to have been held up here for 36 hours. Fernstein Castle was given a ceiling with several portraits and beautiful stucco work on its second upper floor in 1720-1725. The portraits show Emperor Joseph I with his wife Amalie of Brunswick-Lüneburg.
In 1780, the castle and its lands became private property and have since formed a single unit as Hotel Schloss Fernsteinsee.
History of Sigmundburg Castle
In 1478, Duke Sigmund der Münzreiche had a hunting lodge built for himself in the Gothic style with four corner towers on the island located in Lake Fernstein. The hunting lodge soon became his favourite place to stay.
In the 16th century, the hunting lodge became inaccessible. From then on, Fernstein Castle was used as the residence of the ducal castle custodian.
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Location
Schloss Fernsteinsee
A-6465 Nassereith, Fernstein 475
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