The Achensee region used to be a popular hunting and fishing area for the country’s sovereigns. In the middle of the 19th century tourism began in the Achensee region. In 1887 the steamship “St. Josef” was launched, and two years later the steam-cog-railway was built and transported an increasing number of visitors to Pertisau.
Between 1936 and 1941 most of the guests at the Wiesenhof were Germans, among them the daughter of the famous physicist Max Planck. After the war most tourists came from Italy, France and Switzerland and it was not until after 1951 that German guests again found their way to Pertisau, which became known as a climatic health resort during this period. In 1956, as a result of a devastating windthrow, timber prices plummeted and the decision was made to turn the Wiesenhof into a bed and breakfast for “summer visitors”.
Skiing in the Tirolean Alps became a popular sport and in 1967 the Wiesenhof was also equipped for winter operation (heating). The family has continuously invested in the improvement of accommodation and services.
In 2001, the KARWENDEL SPA was opened. Today the Wiesenhof is one of the best 4-star superior spa hotels in Tirol.
Over the years, the Wiesenhof has achieved numerous awards, among others for the most family-friendly business.