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Around Lake Traun

Holidays amid mountains and lakes

Traunsee, Austria’s deepest lake, is in a picturesque location amid vast meadows, forests and the impressive Traunstein massif. 1 hour a way by car from the UNESCO World Heritage region Hallstatt Dachstein Salukammergut. Often referred to as ‘Lacus felix’ by the Romans, Lake Traun and its surroundings still promise happiness to relaxation-seeking people bent down by the pressures of modern life. Lake Traun at the heart of the Salzkammergut region is just perfect for relaxing, swimming, surfing, sailing and waterskiing. In addition, the Traunsee area lends itself to walking, hiking and mountain biking. Long-standing customs and traditions combine with an extensive range of activities and events in terms of culture and the arts. Winter comes with outstanding skiing and snowboarding in the Feuerkogel family ski area, as well as charming Christmas markets. Cross-country skiing enthusiasts will find hundreds of kilometers of tracks and trails winding their ways through the picture postcard winter scenery.

Lake Traun: Swimming, walking and hiking!

Crystal-clear, shades of turquoise, premium quality and pleasant temperatures are the features that can be attributed not only to Lake Traun, but also to the Langbathsee and Offensee lakes, all of which are fed by fresh spring water. At the sight of the three scenic lakes one won’t resist the temptation of a refreshing soak. While Lake Traun down in the valley is the preferred destination of sailors, surfers and wakeboarders, the Traunstein massif and the Höllengebirge mountain range are highly popular among walking, hiking and mountain biking enthusiasts. From Ebensee the Feuerkogel cable car whisks outdoor enthusiasts up to an altitude of 1,600 meters within no time, thus offering easy access to a variety of trailheads, e.g. for tours to Europakreuz, Alberfeldkogel, Helmeskogel or Großer Höllenkogel.

A holiday in the Traunsee area allows golf aficionados to improve their handicaps on the scenic 18-hole golf course at Kirchham. Those interested in culture and art are not to miss out on a visit to Gmunden, famous for its ceramics, and all the beautiful castles and monasteries in the Traunsee area, as well as innumerable events of all sorts. Another must-see is the baroque Capuchin monastery at Gmunden, and the charming Seeschloss Ort, which sits on a small island. Accommodations range from family-friendly holiday apartments to cozy lakefront hotels offering all mod cons.

Special offers on Lake Traunsee

Grünberg mountain cable car in Gmunden on Lake Traunsee

© Spitzbart | Grünberg Seilbahn Gmunden – Erlebnis Pur hoch über der Stadt Gmunden am Traunsee.   der Erlebnisberg für die gesamte Familie im Salzkammergut

Panoramic mountain Feuerkogel

© Hinsl | Feuerkogel Ebensee - Wandern auf Oberösterreichs sonnigstem Hochplateau!

Salzkammergut Treetop path

Grünberg “Flitzer" Summer Toboggan Run

Via ferrata on the Feuerkogel in Ebensee

© Outdoor Leadership  | Klettersteige beim Klettern im Salzkammergut: Impressionen vom HTL Wels Klettersteig am Feuerkogel in Ebensee bei einem Urlaub am Traunsee.

Events on Lake Traunsee

Sun, May. 19, 2024 10:00 — 14:00 Schiffsanlegestelle Loidl, Ortsplatz

Sat, Jun. 22, 2024 16:00 — 23:00 Feuerkogel, Ebensee

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Hotels and accommodation providers in Hallstatt, Bad Goisern, Gosau and Obertraun offer the ideal room or apartment for your holidays, no matter what your tastes. Aside from establishments rated according to the international "star" scale, you will also find around Lake Hallstatt in Austria businesses that have been awarded two to four "edelweiss". The more flowers, the greater comforts you can expect. Whether you eventually find your cozy nest in an elegant 5-star luxury hotel, at comfortable guesthouse, a family-friendly apartment, or on a traditional farm, the choice is always entirely up to you.