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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. 

Schwimmbad St. Gallen | © Gemeinde St. Gallen
  • St. Gallen

Swimming Pool St. Gallen

He who does not honour the shade is not worth the pool!
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Badespaß in Landl | © Christian Scheucher
  • Landl

Bathing lake Landl

In a place where Austria's temperature records are beaten year after year in summer, there must surely be a good place...
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Naturschwimmbad Jagerberg 1 | © Marktgemeinde Jagerberg
  • Jagerberg

Jagerberg natural swimming pool

A natural swimming pool in Jagerberg that fits harmoniously into the landscape, with two beach volleyball courts,...
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Biobadeteich-Pöls-Ansicht1-Murtal-Steiermark | © Gemeinde Pöls-Oberkurzheim
  • Pöls-Oberkurzheim

Bio Swimming Lake Pöls-Oberkurzheim

The organic bathing pond is one of the largest in Austria.
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  • Eibiswald

Reservoir Soboth

The fjord-like mountain lake enchants with its picturesque appearance and pleasant water temperatures. Fed by two...
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Packer Stausee | © TV Region Graz - Kopp
  • Hirschegg-Pack

Packer Stausee

A local recreation area, close to the Modriach motorway exit in Edelschrott. In addition to various sports...
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Freizeitanlage-Zechner-Anlage1-Murtal-Steiermark | © Freizeitanlage Zechner
  • 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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Toplitzsee lake, Grundlsee, Beautiful view | © Schifffahrt Grundlsee/Eisenberger
  • 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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Bad Weihermühle | © TV Region Graz - Mias Photoart
  • Gratwein-Straßengel

Weihermühle Natural Bath

At Bad Weihermühle in Gratwein-Strassengel, with 15,000m² of water and 27,000m² of meadow for a lie-down, there’s...
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  • Haus im Ennstal-Aich-Gössenberg

Aich Lake Resort

lake with water trampoline, children's playground, beach volleyball, non-swimmer area, . . .
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Leisure Centre Passail_Eastern Styria_Kurt Elmleitner | © Tourismusverband Oststeiermark
  • 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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Seerosenbad Kirchberg | © Gemeinde Kirchberg an der Raab
  • Kirchberg an der Raab

Seerosenbad Kirchberg an der Raab

A leisure center with an outdoor pool was created in Kirchberg an der Raab. The chemical-free bathing facility consists...
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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