Meet & Greet with a twist– The best summer seminar spots in Austria

Lake Wörthersee in Carinthia is a classic summer location - surrounded by turquoise blue water, Mediterranean flair and an atmosphere that promotes creative processes. Seminar participants get their money's worth here: enjoy the view over the glistening lake in the morning, take a deep breath under old trees in the park during breaks and jump straight from the seminar room into the warm water in the evening. Numerous first-class seminar hotels line the shore.

The Parkhotel Pörtschach is located on a peninsula and offers 6 conference rooms with a lakeside terrace and 191 rooms - event facilities for up to 500 people. Here, work becomes an experience thanks to the fantastic views and South Sea ambience. The hotel focuses on regional cuisine and enables outdoor team events: How about yoga on the lakeshore or an evening boat trip as a fringe program? A dip in Lake Wörthersee after work refreshes body and soul - seminars with a vacation feeling, but still professional. Many businesses around the lake are even Green Meeting-certified and take care to treat the beautiful natural environment with respect.

Situated on the eastern shore of Lake Wörthersee, Klagenfurt, the capital of Carinthia, combines urban infrastructure with an idyllic lakeside setting. The excellent accessibility (own airport only 4 km from the center, freeway connection and train) makes Klagenfurt the MICE hub in the Alpe-Adria region. Participants can arrive comfortably in the morning and shortly afterwards find themselves in a conference location with a view of the lake. Klagenfurt scores points with its historic old town and culture as well as its nature experiences. Crystal-clear, turquoise water and a Mediterranean climate invite you to linger at the lido or take a boat trip after meetings.

The Seepark Wörthersee Resort near the university offers 4 flexible seminar rooms (can be combined) for up to 200 people. Modern technology, daylight and a 3,000 m² hotel park directly on the Lend lagoon create ideal conditions for creative workshops. Participants appreciate the hotel's own wellness area with indoor and outdoor pool, saunas and fitness facilities - perfect for unwinding after intensive meetings. A special extra is the “green meeting” option: group work or yoga breaks can take place in the open air in the park by the water. Klagenfurt shows how business and quality of life harmonize. Sustainability is also practiced, for example through regional cuisine and a concept that promotes active breaks to increase productivity.

At the western end of Lake Wörthersee lies Velden, known for its casino glamour and castle romance - an incentive location in a class of its own. Here, a picturesque lakeside promenade meets exclusive hotels that leave nothing to be desired.

The Falkensteiner Schlosshotel Velden - a historic castle that has been converted into a modern 5-star hotel - offers an impressive setting for seminars and conferences. Five versatile event rooms are available, providing a total of around 800 m² of meeting space. These include two boardrooms for discreet meetings and magnificent ballrooms with a terrace overlooking the lake. Daylight, floor-to-ceiling windows and the latest conference technology are a matter of course. During breaks, you can enjoy the view over Lake Wörthersee from the castle terrace - because the best ideas are born in the most beautiful ambience. A highlight is the Acquapura Spa: 3,600 m² of the finest wellness are open to all guests - from pool landscapes to a private beach club. Participants can relax in the spa after a seminar or let off steam with water sports on the lake.

Velden's connection to three countries (Italy, Slovenia, Germany) and its proximity to golf courses and mountain activities make the region even more attractive. Velden combines vacation flair with top infrastructure - ideal for exclusive company events with a pleasure factor.

Zell am See in Salzburger Land impresses with its combination of lake idyll and high mountain panorama. During the day in a modern seminar room, in the afternoon a hike with a view of the glacier? It's possible here! The Schmittenhöhe and the Kitzsteinhorn (with eternal ice) frame Lake Zell and offer unique views. A big advantage for conference organizers: the town has an excellent tourist infrastructure with numerous 4-star hotels and leisure facilities - and everything is within easy walking distance.

The Ferry Porsche Congress Center (FPCC) in the middle of Zell am See is a highly modern congress center with versatile rooms. Up to 1,200 people can be accommodated in the halls; a total of around 2,100 m² of usable space and approx. 20 combinable room variants are available. An 800 m² outdoor area in front of the center allows for receptions or workshops with mountain air and a view of the Alps. Despite its size, personal service is guaranteed - and the theme of sustainability is a top priority: The FPCC bears the Austrian Ecolabel and is officially certified as a Green Meeting Location. Through organic catering with products from the region and cooperation with public transport, the center sets an example for responsible conferences.

Fringe programs in Zell am See range from a joint swimming trip to golf and a glacier tour - a summer conference here will be unforgettable. And in the evenings, the lakeside promenade, casino, shopping or simply a sunset by the lake - seminar with a wow effect, guaranteed.

In the Upper Austrian Salzkammergut, Gmunden is picturesquely situated on Lake Traunsee, surrounded by gentle hills and the striking Traunstein. This region breathes history and natural beauty - perfect conditions for quiet, focused seminars away from the hustle and bustle of the big city. Gmunden is easy to reach (highway A1, train connection) and is known for its ceramic art and castle town.

The Congress Center Toscana Gmunden combines historical flair with state-of-the-art facilities. Embedded in a 90,000 m² castle park on a peninsula in Lake Traunsee, it offers the ideal backdrop for conferences from 10 to 1,000 people. Two variable congress halls (for approx. 720 and 250 guests) and a total of 8 seminar rooms in the adjoining historic Villa Toscana can be used flexibly. With this combination of magnificent villa and contemporary new building, the location builds a bridge between tradition and modernity. Particularly impressive: thanks to its own landing stage, guests can even arrive at the seminar by boat - or plan an evening boat trip as part of the program. Of course, the latest conference technology, large exhibition foyers and even 600 free parking spaces are available on site. After the official part of the event, the extensive park and the waterfront promenade invite you to relax.

Many conference organizers also appreciate the family atmosphere in Gmunden: Here you feel welcome and can recharge your batteries for new ideas in the midst of nature.

In the very west of Austria, on Lake Constance, lies Bregenz - a mecca for art and conferences alike. The festival city not only offers the famous lake stage, but also a superlative event center with the Festspielhaus Bregenz. Its location directly on the lake and at the foot of the Pfänder creates a unique ambience: This is where high-tech meets nature.

The Festspielhaus (operated by Kongresskultur Bregenz) has 25 flexibly combinable event rooms that can accommodate almost any size and shape of event. From small workshops in elegant salons to large conferences in the main hall - there are practically no room limits. An experienced event team is on hand to implement creative concepts and make even the most unusual wishes come true. Bregenz's pioneering role in terms of sustainability is particularly noteworthy: As a certified Green Location, the Festspielhaus meets all the criteria for environmentally friendly conferences. It has been awarded the Austrian Ecolabel and the “Meeting Experts Green Award” and can hold conferences in a completely CO₂-neutral way. From 2025, for example, no fossil fuels will be used - heating and cooling will be provided by heat pumps and lake water from Lake Constance. Green events with a view of the lake are common practice here: from regional catering to the promotion of rail travel - sustainability is part of the philosophy. Meanwhile, participants benefit from state-of-the-art stage technology, perfect acoustics and the cultural inspiration of this location. A backstage tour of the lake stage or a sundowner on the shores of Lake Constance make every meeting in Bregenz unforgettable.

In short: professional meetings in Vorarlberg mean high-class service in a relaxed lake atmosphere - a combination that must be experienced.

In the Salzkammergut, on the shores of emerald-green Lake Wolfgang, teams can expect a very special kind of seminar experience. The charming village of St. Wolfgang combines traditional hospitality (think of the Weißes Rössl) with innovative event concepts.

The Scalaria is Europe's first event resort of this size located directly on Lake Wolfgang - a playground for corporate events that combines design, nature and spectacle. The dimensions speak for themselves: the Scalaria offers space for up to 1,500 participants** and comprises a total of 20 differently configurable seminar rooms and halls. The centerpiece is the DO-X Teatro, a multifunctional theater hall with 1,416 m² of space spread over three levels - including floating stage elements for breathtaking shows. There is also a floating Waterstage in the lake and the extravagant “Circus Circus” Theater-Restaurant with show kitchen and views of the Alps. No wonder that “business meets entertainment” is the order of the day at the Scalaria. The accommodation capacities (210 designer rooms and suites) make it possible for all participants to reside on site. A historic castle from 1890, integrated into the resort, serves as a stylish setting for receptions in the spacious lobby. In between, guests can relax in the large wellness area with a view of the lake - perfect for recharging their batteries.

Whether action-packed team building events such as paragliding and sailing or enjoyable moments by the campfire beach - St. Wolfgang delivers pure emotions. The event resort ensures that a conference is remembered not as a compulsory event, but as an experience: Visions become reality here, true to the Scalaria motto.

Austria's lake regions offer just the right mix of professional infrastructure and inspiring surroundings for summer seminars. From Carinthia to Vorarlberg, you will find locations “with a punch” that refine every conference - be it through the proverbial icing on the cake service, picturesque nature or sustainability in practice. The MICE Service Group is at your side as an experienced partner to help you make the most of this diversity. Our experts know the special locations and insider tips and will help you to stage your next event in an enjoyable way - with lasting impact and unforgettable, just meet & greet with a twist!