Joy of Life at Lake Wörthersee
Located directly on the shores of one of Austria’s most beautiful lakes and nestled in a green oasis, Seehotel Europa beckons with its very special charm. Here, the focus is on the joy of life, first-class service, and culinary highlights to provide our guests with an unforgettable getaway. Seehotel Europa is more than just a place to stay; it is a home at Lake Wörthersee, where the beauty of nature and the familial atmosphere form a perfect symbiosis. Lake life, champagne, and exclusive Alps-Adriatic delights – this is the epitome of summer at Lake Wörthersee!
More than 200 years of history
We look back on a fascinating family history that dates back to 1787. At that time, Valentin Wrann received the pioneering permit to serve travelers along the Vienna-Trieste route in Velden. This marked the beginning of our story – from a former coaching inn to a hospitable tavern, and finally to the hotel operation known today as Hotel Post in Velden. Many generations later, in 1961, Jakob Wrann Senior expanded our heritage by building Seehotel Europa in Velden, which is primarily geared toward summer operations.
However, our family’s spirit of innovation knew no bounds: In 1973, Hotel Bergkristall was opened in Oberlech and successfully integrated into the emerging winter sports market. In the spring of 2021, the management of the Wrann Hotels was handed over to the ninth generation of the family to continue this fascinating tradition of hospitality.
Our Winter Residence
When summer at Lake Wörthersee gradually recedes and the lake becomes quiet, we set off to live our very own personal winter fairy tale. In Austria’s largest ski area, the Arlberg, lies our Hotel Bergkristall in Oberlech. Here, during the winter months, we pursue our great passion and welcome our guests to a place where we make winter wonders come true. From the legendary sun terrace directly onto the ski slopes, floating in the modern Spa Chalet in wellness heaven, or experiencing culinary moments of excellence – this is what a winter vacation at the Arlberg is all about!
The Wranniversum
What do the hotels mean to us personally? For us, the houses have always been the epitome of a large family. We are firmly convinced that it is the people who give a place its unique character and make it what it is. That is why we not only value our team and our guests, but also live an open, familial way of interacting. Together with our team, we invite you into the Wranniversum.
This represents an inspiring world of living for both our dedicated employees and our valued guests, where everything revolves around the beautiful things in life. Arriving at the Wranniversum means surrendering to the vibrant local lifestyle and immersing yourself in a world full of delights and unforgettable moments. We look forward to you becoming part of our unique family history as well.
