Two children wearing life jackets while fishing under supervision at a forest pond, with a title and an "Anna and Herbert" badge.

Fishing with children in the southern Waldviertel can be a wonderful shared vacation experience: being outdoors, watching the water, and discovering something new together. For a successful family outing, the most important things are proper preparation, attentive supervision, and enough time for breaks. Our vacation rentals in Gutenbrunn offer you a great starting pointContinue Reading

An AI-generated scene featuring Anna, Herbert, and two children on a scavenger hunt in front of Pöggstall Castle.

The Pöggstall Castle Treasure Hunt combines a family outing with puzzles and historical discoveries. Since spring 2026, young museum visitors have been able to participate in a children’s puzzle rally with a treasure map. They are accompanied on their adventure by the kestrel „Rogi.“ Kids’ Puzzle Rally with Treasure Hunt This is a wonderful opportunity to visit Pöggstall together during your family vacation in the Waldviertel. Combine theContinue Reading

An AI-generated family scene showing a gemstone hunt at Pöggstall Gemstone Park, featuring a photo badge of Anna and Herbert.

The Pöggstall Gemstone Park adds a special experience to your family vacation in the Waldviertel: Search for colorful stones together, compare your finds, and take your own treasures home with you. At the Gemstone Park Arena, children and adults can get hands-on at various stations. Combine your trip with a stay in our vacation apartments.Continue Reading

AI-generated featured image of Pöggstall Castle with a photo badge by Anna and Herbert.

Pöggstall Castle is a worthwhile destination for anyone who wants to combine their vacation in the Waldviertel with history, architecture, and culture. If you’d like to explore the historic rooms and exhibits at your own pace, you can combine your visit to the castle with a stay in our vacation apartments at Anna and Herbert’s in Gutenbrunn. This way, aContinue Reading