Eurocamp Holiday Review: Sportcamp Woferlgut, Austria

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If you’re looking for a fun family holiday to Austria on a budget – this Eurocamp Holiday Review is all about Sportcamp Woferlgut (in Zell am See, Salzburgerland, Austria). I’ve included our experiences, photos, details about the Eurocamp accommodation, what there is to do locally (including Sigmund Thun Klamm, the Alpine Coaster, Lake Zell and Kitzsteinhorn mountain), driving time from Calais, the closest airport and everything else that you need to know about this fantastic holiday park – it’s in such a great location we had a brilliant time. We always travel on a budget, so if you’re looking to explore the UK and Europe with the kids (in an affordable way!) then have a browse around my blog. And if you have any recommendations, please let me know – you can follow our travels on Instagram too!

Holiday: September 2024

Sportcamp Woferlgut Campsite Review

This September we embarked on another epic European road trip – hopping between 4 Eurocamp campsites as cheap bases. We took the ferry from Dover to Calais before driving to Germany for our first stay at Landal Warsberg, then moved onto Sportcamp Woferlgut in Austria, before spending a week in Italy at the incredible Union Lido Mare Resort. After that we began our drive back towards the UK, staying in Germany again at Campingpark Gitzenweiler Hof in Bavaria. So let me tell you all about our fantastic time in the Zell am See / Kaprun area in Austria – here’s my full review of our stay with Eurocamp at Sportcamp Woferlgut.

What was Sportcamp Woferlgut Campsite like?

Sportcamp Woferlgut was definitely one of the best campsites we’ve stayed at, with both Zell am See and Kaprun just a ten minute drive away. There were lots of things to do locally, and the campsite itself was fantastic. Head through a little tunnel at the edge and you’ll find the most glorious swimming lake with a tight rope, balance beams and plenty of sun beds. Finn and Lola loved it so much! It was really geared up for families with loads to keep the kids entertained. There was an indoor games building with a pool table (€1 per game), table tennis, a football table (free) and arcade machines – we had great fun in the evenings playing in there and had the whole thing to ourselves.

It was a very family-friendly campsite and catered well to older kids as well as younger ones. There was also a play park and a trampoline area (which cost €1 for a 6 minute bounce), as well as a huge wooden obstacle course running alongside the lake. The restaurant on the campsite, and the spa / indoor pool area, all looked pretty posh but we didn’t venture inside – more on that later. The whole resort was of a really high standard, extremely well-kept and with lots of thought given to making every stay great fun.

What was the swimming pool like?

The indoor swimming pool at Sportcamp Woferlgut looked brilliant – part of the spa hotel facilities, it had a jacuzzi area, a children’s play pool and a flume for the older ones. My two love a swimming pool, and it would have been handy to use when we had some spells of rain, but unfortunately it wasn’t included in the cost and it was pretty pricey. To use the pool was €21 per day (for a 3 hour session) for adults and children aged 11+, and €10.50 for kids – with the ages of our kids this would have cost us €84 for a dip! The price dropped to €7 per adult and €3.50 per child per day (children 10 and under) if you paid in advance for it for the duration of your stay.

I think if this had been our only stop on the trip we might have thought about the reduced rate, but with free pools at the other resorts on the road trip we decided not to make use of the pool here. (Particularly as the kids could swim in the lake for free!) The campsite lake was definitely the star of the show for us, we arrived on a really warm weekend and the kids had a brilliant time swimming and playing. The weather did turn quite drastically afterwards, with it getting much colder overnight, so they were pleased to have had their fun before it became trouser and jumper weather! (And it actually snowed the day after we left – four days after these photos were taken – talk about one extreme to the other! 😂)

If you’d prefer a pool to the lake, there are lidos alongside the rivers at places like Lake Zell, so you can pay a reasonable price for a swim if you don’t want to shell out for the pool on the resort, or pay to swim for your whole stay.

Local Area: What is there to do near Sportcamp Woferlgut?

Sportcamp Woferlgut is in an excellent location – the surrounding mountains are so pretty and peaceful but there’s also lots to do nearby without having to drive for miles which is always a bonus when travelling with kids. As well as hiking, you can hire bikes to cycle in the surrounding area, and here are some of the attractions and places that you might want to check out with the kids on your family holiday in Zell am See / Kaprun.

Maisi Flitzer Alpine Coaster

In nearby Kaprun, about a ten minute drive from Sportcamp Woferlgut, you’ll find what is probably the most fun thing to do in Austria with kids – an alpine coaster! A mix between a toboggan and a rollercoaster, we had such good fun on the Maisi Flitzer and the views were fantastic too. It’s probably a little bit pricey for ten minutes of entertainment but we all loved it so it was worth it for the experience! A family ticket (for two adults, two children) will save you a bit of money though – priced at €38. The Maiskogel chairlift up into the mountain is also next door to the Maisi Flitzer Alpine Coaster – so if you want to do both save money but purchasing a combined ticket. Parking is free in the car park near the ticket office.

Sigmund Thun Klamm

Sigmund Thun Klamm is just a few minutes away from the Kaprun area, so it’s a great thing to combine with a trip on the Alpine Coaster. A family ticket for the gorge is just €16, and with the discount booklet from Eurocamp – which you’ll get when you arrive – this price is reduced to €14. (Make sure you have a flick through when you get given it – as there are reductions for loads of local attractions and things like boat rides across the lake.)

Lake Zell

Lake Zell is a beautiful spot with lots going on, and it’s only a ten minute drive away in the main Zell am See resort. By day you can swim in a lakeside lido, take a leisurely walk, have a picnic with a view, enjoy the playgrounds or take part in water sports. You can park right next to it at Parkhaus Zentrum for €3 an hour – and that’ll put you in the heart of it all. You can take a boat ride or cruise across the lake too, and by night you can enjoy the free Magic Lake Zell Light Shows – with music and colourful water displays running three times each week. For us, during September, it began at 9pm and lasted around 25 minutes, with Austrian pop music – but the music themes are different for each day. The kids found it really magical.

Wild & Adventure Park Ferleiten

For families with little animal lovers, Wild & Adventure Park Ferleiten is a must-visit with over 200 native alpine animals and a huge adventure park – where kids can let off some steam – with 40 rides! It’s really affordable too with adult tickets at €11 and kids just €6.

Kitzsteinhorn Mountain

Another highlight of the region is the towering Kitzsteinhorn Mountain, known as ‘the top of Salzburg’, a glacier that offers year-round activities and incredible views. Take the cable car up to the summit and be prepared to be wowed by the panoramic views of the snow-capped peaks – you can get to Kitzsteinhorn directly from Kaprun. Even in summer there’s snow at the top, and kids will love the opportunity to have a snowball fight or try out snow tubing in the summer snow park.

Krimml Waterfalls

About an hour’s drive from Zell am See, Krimml Waterfalls are the tallest waterfalls in Europe, cascading down 380m. The trail takes you alongside the falls, offering numerous viewpoints where you can get up close to the rushing water. Kids will be mesmerised by the power of the falls, and on sunny days, rainbows often appear in the mist, adding to the magical atmosphere. But, if the climb is a bit much for the kids, you can also get a ride to the top. I hope this has given you a little taster, and you can find out more in my article: Austria with kids: The best things to do in Zell am See / Kaprun.

Was the accommodation good?

We booked with Eurocamp but there was also loads of room for camping, and the resort has a hotel on-site too – it’s a big campsite! We booked a Comfort XL holiday home and were really pleased with it – it felt new and clean and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay and a lovely big covered decking. Our accommodation had a central living and kitchen area with a dining table, 3 bedrooms, a shower room (with a hairdryer) and a separate toilet. We also had an electric kettle, a microwave, a decent size fridge and a full oven – we always make the most of it when we have an oven and enjoy things like chicken kebabs, chips and pizza while we can! (Some Eurocamp holiday homes only have hobs!)

The setting of the holiday home was brilliant too. We were a two minute walk from the tunnel which took us to the beautiful lake, and it was about a five minute walk to the main amenities. The only thing I would say is that there is a busy road nearby, but it does quieten down at night so it didn’t bother us for sleeping. And, being in the heart of it all really does make it easy for exploring. Our Eurocamp accommodation also had air-conditioning and heaters, and lots of storage, plus black out blinds and bug screens for the windows – we all like it pitch black when we sleep so I love it when there are decent blinds!

For more info on the accommodation options, and to find out what to pack / what’s included, read my post: Eurocamp Holidays: Which accommodation should I choose? What’s included?

What facilities are on site at Sportcamp Woferlgut?

There was a small on-site shop for any shopping emergencies, but we did a full shop at Hofer (Austria’s Aldi) which was just a 5 minute drive away – it was really handy having a main supermarket so close by – they had a great bakery area with cheap pastries and rolls if you want some bits for cheap lunches and picnics. There was also another large supermarket near there too as well as a petrol station.

We were able to park directly next to the holiday home that we stayed in, making it easy to load and unload the car of luggage and food shopping. Most Eurocamp accommodation doesn’t come with a TV – it’s only included with their higher ranges – so it’s handy to take a tablet or laptop with you with some movies for when you want a quiet evening if it’s not included with your holiday home type.
The Eurocamp rep here was really friendly, and the other staff on the site were also very cheerful. There was also free wifi available so that was brilliant for saving our data allowance. We didn’t eat in the restaurant but it did look lovely – and a bit posh! We also made use of the laundrette which charged €4.90 for each token, with tokens available to be purchased in the little shop.

In the family activity building, as well as an area for playing games, there was also a TV and sofa room which was all included for free, and this was really handy for occupying the kids in the evenings or whilst we waited out bad weather.

Getting to Austria from the UK

Calais to Zell am See in Austria is around a 12 hour drive if you’re travelling by car to Sportcamp Woferlgut. The good news is that if you avoid France it won’t cost you anything in tolls through Belgium, Germany and Luxembourg. You’ll need a Vignette for the Austrian motorways (which can be purchased online) but this is only €11.50 for ten days so it’s a lot cheaper than paying the tolls in France! If you want a good place to stop off to break up the journey, Landal Warsberg Campsite in Germany is around a 5 hour drive from Calais so it’s a good stopover if you’re road tripping to Sportcamp Woferlgut. You can book your ferry travel directly through Eurocamp, or check out the Direct Ferries website to compare prices across routes and providers.

If you are opting for a road trip, check out my article: Family road trip essentials: 13 things to pack on a road trip with kids to make sure that you have everything you need for stress free travel before you set off. If you’re new to road trips, this article is a great place to start: How to road trip on a budget around Europe – the ultimate family guide! But, if you’d prefer to fly, the closest airport is Salzburg which is about a 90 minute drive away from Sportcamp Woferlgut – or you could get the train from Salzburg to Zell am See if you’re travelling without a car. (Though I think it would be a lot easier to hire a car for exploring too!) Use the Skyscanner website to find the cheapest flight prices – it’ll compare airlines, airports, dates and times for you. And, if you need airport transfers the Sun Transfers website is a great place to start.

How much does a Eurocamp holiday at Sportcamp Woferlgut Campsite cost – was it good value for money?

I hope my review has been helpful – our 4 night stay at Sportcamp Woferlgut in Zell am See in Austria, at the beginning of September, in a Eurocamp Comfort XL holiday home was £300. It was brilliant value for money at £75 per night – it’s a fantastic campsite, in an incredible location, and a far cheaper option than the hotel on-site and other local hotels. Our holiday home was a fantastic base and we loved it there – it’s so well located for lots of great days out nearby, and a gorgeous place to stay. The campsite’s own lake was such a highlight, as was the games room where we had loads of fun playing in the evenings. Austria is a fantastic country, and more budget friendly than Switzerland, if you’re looking for an affordable lakes and mountains family holiday. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Sportcamp Woferlgut on the Eurocamp website.

As we home-educate the kids, we are fortunate to be able travel term-time which is a great money saver, but if you’re restricted to school holiday dates then look for May half-term getaways – they’re always so much cheaper than the summer holidays! But, having said that, affordable school summer holiday travel is possible – I went hunting on the Eurocamp website and found 50 family holidays under £1k for August 2026 – with prices starting from less than £300! (There were more but I ran out of steam! 😂) And, for more 5 star Eurocamp holidays, take a look at my article: The 15 best 5 star Eurocamp resorts for families.