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Lake Erlauf

Mariazell

Natural treasure lake Erlaufsee

827m above the sea level, 3 km away from Mariazell the lake Erlaufsee is located on border of Styria and Lower Austria.


At an elevation of 827 m, the Erlaufsee is located 3 km northwest of Mariazell on the border between Lower Austria and Styria.
On sunny days, nothing stands in the way of enjoying a swim at the Erlaufsee. The lake offers bathers a pebble beach, a large sunbathing area, 2 slides, 2 piers, a diving board, as well as a playground. Dogs are allowed in a small section (from the 2nd pier downward to the end of the sunbathing area).

For hot summer days, the mountain lake is a pleasant refreshment. The average temperature ranges from 19 to 22 degrees in summer. The drinking water quality and the clarity of the lake demonstrate the pure and healthy environment. The bathing area is free of charge and accessible to all. A parking fee is charged for the parking lot: Location/Arrival - Erlaufsee. Parking is free between 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

A special delight is a boat ride to explore the Erlaufsee. In suitable weather, 30 boats – pedal, electric, or rowboats – are available. Let the waves rock you and enjoy the majestic surroundings.

Trips with the excursion ship Christina

You can find the current temperatures on bergfex

Photos & videos

There are no official "opening hours" for the Erlaufsee - the lake is freely accessible.

Contact

Erlaufsee KG (Gemeindeamt)
Pater Hermann Geist Platz 1
8630 Mariazell

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What the weather will be like Mariazell (860m)

Today, 17.09.2026

Rain until the afternoon, then the clouds will break up towards evening.
Morning
foggy
12°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 85%
sr.Windstärke 10 km/h
Noon
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15°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 85%
sr.Windstärke 5 km/h
Night
sunny
11°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 50%
sr.Windstärke 0 km/h

Tomorrow, 18.09.2026

Morning clouds will clear gradually. Then frequent sunny periods.
Morning
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7°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 5%
sr.Windstärke 5 km/h
Noon
slightly cloudy
17°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 20%
sr.Windstärke 5 km/h
Night
slightly cloudy
12°C
sr.Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 35%
sr.Windstärke 0 km/h

Forecast

19.09.2026
slightly cloudy
9°C 19°C
20.09.2026
sunny
8°C 22°C
21.09.2026
cloudy
8°C 14°C