St. Johann im Pongau / Berlin, November 2025: When the snow bathes the mountains of Salzburger Land in glistening white, a time of pause and conscious movement begins at the Hotel Berghof in St. Johann im Pongau. The four-star superior hotel reinterprets winter - as a season of balance between activity and tranquillity, energy and relaxation. With "Alpine Balance - the winter triad of skiing, yoga & spa", the Berghof offers an experience that brings body, mind and soul into harmony.
Ski - recharge your batteries in the vastness of the mountains
The skiing experience starts right on the hotel doorstep: the Berghof is located in the heart of the Ski amadé ski area, one of the largest winter sports regions in Austria. 270 kilometers of slopes, state-of-the-art lifts and panoramic mountain views make every day of skiing an experience of movement and closeness to nature. Thanks to the ski-in/ski-out location, guests can start their fun in the snow directly from the hotel. After a day on the slopes, the sun terrace or the fireplace lounge invite you to end the day with alpine serenity. Those looking for the quiet side of winter can discover the tranquillity of the snow-covered landscape on winter hiking trails and cross-country ski trails.
Yoga - mindfulness between heaven and earth
Yoga is more than just an activity at the Berghof - it's an attitude. Yoga sessions are held seven days a week for every level of experience: from Hatha Yoga to Vinyasa and Yin & Yang Yoga to gentle slow-flow classes. The sessions are led by experienced yoga teachers who guide you through movement, breathing techniques and meditation.
The yoga & relaxation room made of light-colored wood and natural materials creates an atmosphere of deep calm. In good weather, the classes move outside - on the terrace or in the snowy countryside. Special highlights are the weekly singing bowl meditation and a Pilates session that strengthens the body and centers the mind. This creates a place at the Berghof where mindfulness, harmony and serenity come naturally - and where you can let go of everyday life.
Spa - regeneration with a view
The third part of the "Alpine Balance" unfolds in the Rooftop Spa: pure relaxation above the rooftops of St. Johann. The infinity pool with 360° panoramic views invites you to take a dip in the warm mountain air. In the new "WolkenNest" and "GoldStück" relaxation rooms, warm colors, natural tones and large window fronts create an atmosphere of security. On the "BergKulisse" terrace, you can breathe in the fresh Alpine air, while the Finnish panorama sauna "HöhenLuft" offers soothing warmth at 90°C and daily themed infusions.
Those who want to pamper themselves more deeply can choose from a selection of Alpine signature treatments: from Swiss stone pine oil massages to herbal packs with regional essences. In the spa area of the Berghof, design, nature and tranquillity merge to create a retreat where time is no longer an issue, but rather a place to slow down, recharge and enjoy.
Mindfulness as an attitude
The philosophy of the hotel is reflected in every detail. The Rettenwender family runs the Berghof with the warmth that characterizes genuine hospitality - rooted in the region and open to the spirit of the times. Noble natural materials, subtle colors and soft light characterize the rooms, in which alpine tradition and modern lightness flow harmoniously into each other.
"With Alpine Balance, we want to give our guests an experience that goes beyond the classic winter vacation," explains host Christine Rettenwender. "It's about feeling the rhythm of the mountains - and rediscovering your own balance in the process."
A place for alpine joie de vivre
The Berghof is more than just a hotel - it is a retreat where winter can be experienced in all its fullness. Between the joy of the slopes and the yoga mat, steam bath and open fire, a harmony is created that inspires and grounds you at the same time.
Winter at the Berghof is a time when alpine joie de vivre and inner peace come together in a natural way - as a triad of skiing, yoga and spa.