Leutgeb Entertainment Group GmbH

What Leutgeb Entertainment Group GmbH does

Leutgeb Entertainment Group GmbH is a privately held Austrian family-owned leisure and entertainment operator headquartered in Vienna (Krieau 247, 1020 Wien) with operational headquarters in Premstätten, Styria. The company runs the Schwarzl Freizeitzentrum (SFZ), a ~960,000m² destination anchored by the 560,000m² Schwarzlsee lake and 400,000m² sunbathing lawn, located 7km from Graz near Graz-Thalerhof airport. The company is led by CEO Klaus Leutgeb (also listed as Inhaber & Konzessionär) and COO Isabella Leutgeb.

The business operates as a multi-revenue leisure complex combining 30+ recreational activities (Aquamania and Aquaropa floating water parks, Wakebase waterski/wakeboard, paddle, diving, sailing school, pedal boats, Happy Mind Jumping trampolines, beach gym, and a padel hall), six on-site gastronomy establishments (Strandbar Schwarzlsee, Burgerbox, Livorno, Taverne am See, Oberbayern, and Tistou), and three tiered event venues — Premstätten Halle (~2,130 cap), Davis Cup Halle (~18,000 standing), and Open Air Gelände (~70,000 standing). Revenue streams include day tickets and season passes, daily and annual camping, usage-based water-sports fees, F&B sales, padel court rental, annual fishing licenses, and event ticketing/promotion.

The go-to-market is direct-to-consumer via walk-in venue access and on-site ticket sales, supplemented by online ticketing through oeticket.com and Eventim Light and a partnership with the Steiermark Card tourism program. The company also functions as an event co-producer and promoter, with 2026 highlights including Andrea Bocelli's Romanza 30th Anniversary World Tour (with AEG at Ernst-Happel-Stadion, Vienna) and the Helene Fischer Ski-Opening (with Schladming-Dachstein). Geographic footprint is primarily Styria with extending event presence in Vienna and Schladming-Dachstein; no international expansion is visible. The company is privately held with no disclosed funding rounds, no external investors, no M&A activity, and no parent company.

Name

Leutgeb Entertainment Group GmbH

Legal name

Leutgeb Entertainment Group GmbH

Website

https://sfz.at

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Leutgeb Entertainment Group GmbH is a family-owned Austrian leisure operator running the Schwarzl Freizeitzentrum near Graz, offering lake recreation, water sports, camping, six F&B outlets, three event venues, and concert promotion for general consumers and corporate event organizers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Leisure and recreation center operations

NAICS

RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Campgrounds (721211), Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities (71131), Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (713940)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro primary industry

Marina RV & Waterfront Campgrounds (THAMAJAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Water Parks (Outdoor/Indoor, Wave Pools & Slides) (THAJAEAB), Aquatic Family Entertainment Centers (Splash Pads, Aquatic Playgrounds, Swim Parks) (THAJAEAL)

Keywords

• Leisure recreation center
• Event venue rental
• Water sports facility
• Lake swimming resort
• Camping services

Headquarters

HQ city

Vienna

HQ country

Austria

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Entry Tickets and Season Passes: Daily tickets and seasonal passes for lake access, swimming, and general recreation. One-way tickets for day visitors with vehicle entry fees. Season passes available at discounted early-bird rates.
2. Camping Services: Annual camping with fixed pitches and daily camping services for tents and caravans. Includes annual camping from March to October with fixed plots, and day camping with flexible stays.
3. Gastronomy: Six gastronomy establishments including Strandbar Schwarzlsee, Burgerbox, Livorno (Italian restaurant), Taverne am See, Oberbayern, and ice cream service. Full-year and seasonal operations.
4. Event Ticketing and Venue Rental: Major concert and event organization including Andrea Bocelli, Helene Fischer, Wolfgang Ambros, Kastelruther Spatzen, Amigos, and Halloween parties. Venue rental for Premstätten Halle (up to 2,130 persons), Davis Cup Halle (up to 18,000 standing), and Open Air Gelände (up to 70,000 persons).
5. Water Sports and Activities: Water ski and wakeboard facilities (Wakebase), stand-up paddle, rowing boats, sailing school, diving school, and water parks (Aquamania, Aquaropa). Equipment rental and course fees.
6. Padel Tennis: Indoor padel facility with four courts in Davis Cup Halle. Hourly court rental with varying prices by time slot.
7. Fishing Licenses: Annual fishing cards (Jahreskarte) and daily fishing permits for the lake.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Leutgeb Entertainment Group operates the Schwarzl Freizeitzentrum, a 560,000m² lake recreation complex near Graz, Austria, offering day tickets and season passes for swimming, beach, and water sports. The company also manages annual and daily camping, six on-site food and beverage outlets, three event venues (Premstätten Halle, Davis Cup Halle, Open Air Gelände) for concerts and corporate events, and ticket distribution for major touring events.

Product overview

Leutgeb Entertainment Group GmbH operates the Schwarzl Freizeitzentrum (SFZ), a major leisure and entertainment complex near Graz, Austria. The company offers a diverse portfolio spanning recreation (lake activities, water sports, beach sports, fitness facilities), accommodation (year-round and day camping), gastronomy (6 restaurants/bars including Strandbar, Livorno, Burgerbox, Taverne, and Oberbayern), and event management (Premstätten Halle, Davis Cup Halle, and Open Air Gelände venues). The core offering centers on the 560,000m² Schwarzlsee lake with over 27 recreational activities including Aquamania and Aquaropa water parks, Wakebase watersports, Padel Loft, Happy Mind Jumping trampolines, and various beach/land sports. The company also manages ticketing for major entertainment events at its venues and external locations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Padel Loft: Indoor padel tennis facility with four courts in Davis Cup Halle
• Aquamania
• Aquaropa
• Wakebase
• Davis Cup Halle
• Premstätten Halle
• Open Air Gelände
• Taverne am See
• Livorno
• Strandbar Schwarzlsee
• Burgerbox
• Oberbayern
• Happy Mind Jumping
• Segelschule Schwarzlsee
• Tistou

Products and services

• Schwarzl Freizeitzentrum (SFZ) Main leisure and recreation facility featuring a 560,000m² lake, 400,000m² sunbathing lawn, 30+ recreational activities, and 6 gastronomy outlets on approximately 960,000m² of total area near Graz, Austria. Customers buy day tickets or season passes to access the site.
• Aquamania Inflatable floating water park with 37 elements including jumping platforms up to 4.5m height, obstacles, and slides into the lake. Targeted at children, families, and adventure-seekers.
• Aquaropa — Aquafunpark World's first floating aquapark featuring climbing, balancing, jumping, and swinging over water with slides, trampolines, and springboards. Targeted at families and active visitors.
• Wakebase (Water Ski & Wakeboarding) Water ski and wakeboard facility with 5-mast and 2-mast cable systems, equipment rental, and beginner courses. Targeted at water sports enthusiasts.
• Padel Loft Indoor padel tennis hall with 21-meter ceiling height and four courts with black carpets and red borders, operating year-round from 07:00 to 23:00. Court rental is hourly.
• Happy Mind Jumping Outdoor trampoline facility with ten jumping surfaces, a chill area with drinks and coffee, and Mel's Shop for souvenirs. Targeted at families and children.
• Jahrescamping (Annual Camping) Annual lake-side camping with fixed pitches from March 1 to October 31, including electricity, sanitary facilities, and access to lake amenities. Available for textile and FKK (naturist) camping.
• Tagescamping (Daily Camping) Day camping for tents and caravans with spacious pitches, electricity and water hookups, modern sanitary facilities, washing machines and dryers. Reservation required.
• Strandbar Schwarzlsee Beach bar offering cocktails, ice cream, and live DJ events. Available for private and corporate event bookings.
• Burgerbox Beer garden with shaded seating for about 50 people, serving schnitzel sandwiches, burgers, hot dogs, finger food, refreshments, beer, and ice cream.
• Livorno Italian restaurant with indoor seating, terrace, and covered garden with lake view, suitable for family celebrations, birthday parties, company events, and closed groups.
• Tauchbasis (Diving) On-site diving base offering equipment rental, air fills (200 or 300 bar), try-diving sessions, and diving courses. Targeted at certified divers and beginners.
• Segelschule Schwarzlsee (Sailing School) On-site sailing school and official testing institution for boat licenses and ship radio certificates, offering courses from small dinghies to 24-meter high-sea yachts.
• Fischen (Fishing) Fishing permits with annual cards (€550) and daily cards, with regulations for carp, catfish, and other species. Boat fishing with electric motors permitted.
• Tretboot (Pedal Boat) rental Pedal boat rentals, including models with slides, available for 30 minutes, 1 hour, or 2 hours with ID deposit required.
• Stand Up Paddle rental Stand up paddle board rental for exploring the lake, training balance, and strengthening the body. Available as 2-hour rental.
• Premstätten Halle Event hall of approximately 2,000m² (35m × 55m) with capacity up to 2,130 persons, suitable for concerts, balls, fairs, seminars, exhibitions, congresses, conferences, sports events, and gala events.
• Davis Cup Halle Large event hall of approximately 10,000m² with capacity up to 18,000 standing, 9,000 seated with tribune, or 5,500 seated with tables.
• Open Air Gelände Open-air venue of approximately 34,000m² (or 57,000m² with tent city), capacity for nearly 70,000 visitors, paved surface suitable for major events including SeeFestTage, Lake Festival, and Oktoberfest.
• Event Ticketing Ticket sales and event management for concerts including Andrea Bocelli, Helene Fischer, Wolfgang Ambros, Kastelruther Spatzen, Amigos, and the annual Halloween party. Distributed through oeticket.com, Eventim Light, and partner platforms.

Quantifiable outcome

• Consistently rated 'Excellent Bathing Water Quality' in annual EU bathing water monitoring by AGES
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Tourismusregion Schladming-DachsteinflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 December 2026Partnership with tourism region Schladming-Dachstein and 4-Berge-Skischaukel (Hauser Kaibling, Planai, Hochwurzen, Reiteralm) for Helene Fischer Ski-Opening on December 11, 2026 at Planai-Stadion.
• AEG (Albert Einstein Gesellschaft or Advanced Entertainment)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 August 2026Co-presentation of Andrea Bocelli Romanza 30th Anniversary World Tour concert at Ernst-Happel-Stadion, Wien on August 22, 2026. Leutgeb Entertainment Group partnering with AEG for this major international music event.
• Steirische Wasserrettung (Styrian Water Rescue)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCooperation with Austrian and Styrian Water Rescue organization to ensure safety of bathers at the lake. Acknowledged on the contact page for ongoing collaboration.
• oeticket.comcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPrimary ticketing platform partner for event ticket sales including Andrea Bocelli, Wolfgang Ambros, Kastelruther Spatzen, Amigos, and other concerts.
• Eventim LightcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSecondary ticketing platform for Halloween parties and other events at Schwarzl Freizeitzentrum.
• Steiermark CardminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership with regional Styria tourism card program, with Steiermark Card logo displayed at entry and pricing sections.
• MyVANtureminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership with MyVANture for Camper-Trips giveaway as part of Spezi Super Sommer event on August 7, 2026.
• Universalmuseum Joanneum and Institut für Biologie GrazminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration for City Nature Challenge biodiversity research, documenting 331 species on Schwarzlsee grounds.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• Sport 2000 / Blue Tomato (sports retail): Austrian and DACH sporting-goods retailers selling watersports, padel and outdoor equipment. Comparable ecosystem participant addressing the same active-leisure customer that drives Wakebase, Aquamania and Padel Loft usage.

Direct peers

• Landal GreenParks: Operates a network of European holiday parks combining accommodation, water-based and outdoor activities, and on-site dining. Directly comparable integrated leisure-resort model to Leutgeb's Schwarzl Freizeitzentrum.
• Roompot: Large European holiday-park and coastal resort operator with bundled leisure activities, water sports and F&B. Comparable destination-resort economics and breadth of on-site amenities.
• Center Parcs (Pierre & Vacances): European holiday park operator running multi-activity lake-and-forest resorts with on-site F&B, sports, events and accommodation. Closely comparable to Schwarzlsee's one-stop destination model across Central Europe.
• Camping Resort Allweglehen: Austrian family-run four-star lake-side camping resort with annual pitches, F&B and water-sport activities. Closely comparable Austrian camping + lake-recreation model on a smaller scale.

Broad incumbents

• Therme Erding: Germany's largest thermal spa and water-based leisure destination combining pools, slides, F&B and events. Comparable destination leisure concept with indoor resilience that contrasts with Schwarzlsee's outdoor seasonality.
• Eventim: Pan-European live entertainment and ticketing platform that both operates venues and distributes tickets (incl. via oeticket in Austria). Comparable event-promotion and ticketing economics where Leutgeb's headline concerts are distributed.

Regional players

• Wiener Stadthalle: Vienna's flagship indoor event and concert arena hosting major Austrian and international tours. Comparable Austrian large-capacity event-venue operations, though with a single-venue urban profile rather than a lake destination.
• Salzkammergut Tourismus: Austrian lake-region tourism organisation bundling lake recreation, water sports and lodging offers. Comparable regional Austrian lake-tourism demand pool and marketing partnership structure.
• Olympiaworld Innsbruck: Tyrolean multi-arena event complex hosting concerts, sport events and exhibitions at varying capacities. Comparable Austrian large-scale event-venue operator with similar promoter relationships.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/SchwarzlSee
• Instagraminstagram.com/schwarzl_see
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/leutgeb-entertainment-group-gmbh

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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