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Holidays by the water

Bathing lakes in Styria

Crystal-clear and refreshing lakes with a surface that reflects the mountains, a variety of activities and accommodation options from wellness hotels to holiday flats and campsites right by the lake ... In Styria, guests and visitors can spend wonderful holidays by and in the water.

Discover Styria's lakes and ponds

More than swimming

At the lakes in the green heart of Austria, it is not only a day of swimming that awakens holiday feelings in guests of all ages:

  • Lake Altaussee is probably one of the most beautiful lakes in Austria. During a circular hike, you can always pause and admire Loser and its surrounding mountain landscape. 
  • Lake Grundlsee offers a wide range of activities: from rowing or sailing amidst the beautiful mountain world of the "Totes Gebirge" range to exploring the depths of the lake on a dive. The possibilities around the element of water are manifold and diverse.
  • Both Lake Altaussee and Lake Grundlsee are also great locations for a boat trip. 

Breathtaking scenic views of the lakes are best enjoyed on a long walk. Passionate hikers can immerse themselves in a landscape full of natural treasures on the way to the mountain lakes of Styria. What's more, a well-deserved break at the lakes in mountainous terrain is both relaxing and refreshing. 

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recreationallake Mönichwald_view_Eastern Styria | © Freizeitsee Mönihcwald
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  • Waldbach-Mönichwald

Recreationallake Mönichwald

The swimming lake in Mönichwald belongs to the "Seegasthof Breineder" and offers guests and visitors a chance to cool...
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Beim Naturbadesee Gleinstätten den Sommer genießen | © Weinland Camping
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  • Gleinstätten

Natural swimming lake Gleinstätten - Weinland Camping

In the middle of the South Styrian wine country is the natural swimming lake Gleinstätten. 12000m² water surface,...
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  • Kobenz

Recrational Area Zechner

The Zechner Teich in Kobenz is the right place to cool off quickly on hot days or to spend a wonderful day at the beach.
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  • St. Lambrecht

Weirerteich Pond

The Weirerteich is ideal for cooling off on hot summer days. Bathing jetty and sunbathing lawn are available!
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Entspannen am Schattensee | © Tourismusverband Murau
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  • Krakau

Schattensee

The Schattensee is a special kind of natural jewel. It impresses with its pristine, quiet and, above all, romantic...
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Leopoldsteinersee
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  • Eisenerz

Leopoldsteinersee

Leopoldsteiner See a hidden and pristine gem, poses a stunning sight embedded in the impressive foothills of...
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Toplitzsee lake, Grundlsee, Beautiful view | © Schifffahrt Grundlsee/Eisenberger
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  • Grundlsee

Toplitzsee

The Toplitzsee near Gößl in the Ausseerland is a secluded mountain lake in the Totes Gebirge Nature Reserve. It is...
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Boy on the jetty with snorkelling equipment | © Region Graz - Mias Photoart
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Schwarzl Leisure Centre

Schwarzlsee, the Graz people’s lake offers a huge range of sports and recreational activities.
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  • Passail

Swimming Lake and recreational facility Passail

There is a lot to experience and discover at the Passailer bathing lake and in the leisure center. The large swimming...
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  • Oberhaag

Naturbadeteich Oberhaag

It is a pleasure to relax in the shade of the trees or just let the sun caress you. Water, from time immemorial the...
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Freizeitsee Zenz | © Hannes Zenz
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Freizeitsee Zenz

At the foot of the Trenchtling lies the 5-hectare, family-friendly leisure and bathing lake Zenz, which invites you to...
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Dive into the Pinggau bathing lake | © Oststeiermark Tourismus
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  • Pinggau

Swimming lake Pinggau

Swimming fun for young and old!
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Camping: close to the water

While camping by the lake, holidaymakers feel even closer to nature and the water. But mind you, the early bird catches the worm – and secures a pitch in a prime location right by the lake. As soon as you've parked your camper or set up your tent, the fun begins. Whether you want to go for a swim or relax and unwind while fishing: At and in the lakes of Styria, everyone can indulge in their favourite activity.

OUTDOOR POOLS AND ADVENTURE POOLS

Pack your swimming gear, put on your sunglasses, and off you go to the water. But it's not just bathing lakes that offer refreshment in Styria - outdoor pools and adventure pools also await day trippers. In the green heart of Austria, all roads lead to the water.

SuMMER- AND GENUSSCARD

Bathing fun included! The Summercard and the Genusscard are your holiday plus in Styria: In the Schladming-Dachstein region and in the south and east of Styria, visitors with the respective benefit card enjoy free admission to select bathing lakes – for even more fun in the water.

Refreshing adventures in Styria

It is not only the crystal-clear lakes in Styria that are perfect for cooling off.

More activities for summertime visitors