The most wonderful Alpine lakes

The Obersee is the little brother of the Königsee; they have been separated by a moraine wall since a landslide in 1172.

If you want to hike here, first take a nice boat trip across the Königssee, past the fjord-like, steep rock walls on the lake shore. On one side of the Obersee, the Fischunkelalm invites you to rest, and is also a popular starting point for mountain tours into the Steinernes Meer.

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The turquoise high mountain lake at 1,657 meters is one of the most beautiful hiking destinations in Tyrol. Here you can refresh yourself in the cool water. On windless days, the Zugspitze massif is reflected in it. If you haven't had enough here, continue up to the Coburger Hütte and the Drachensee.

Lake Misurina, also known as the "Pearl of the Alps", is one of the most beautiful mountain lakes in the Dolomites and is also the largest natural lake in Cadore. It lies at an altitude of 1,756 meters and its maximum depth is five meters.

Thanks to its location between the Sesto Dolomites and Cortina d'Ampezzo, Lake Misurina is ideal for hikes and mountain excursions of all kinds: A worthwhile hike leads, for example, up to the Forcella del Diavolo, past the Pian degli Spiriti and the Rifugio Fonda Savio.

A beautiful lake. It was rightly voted the most beautiful place in Austria in the 2019 program "9 places - 9 treasures". And the cable car, which has just been renovated, is also quick and easy to get to the top. But there is also a mountain path from the valley station that leads up. Almost 400 vertical meters have to be mastered here. A very nice hiking trail leads around the lake. Fishing is also worthwhile. However, you need a permit for this.

The Dürrensee is wonderful for bathing in summer, as it has no natural outlet and is therefore warmer than lakes at a similar altitude. There is a pebbly beach on the northern shore. The turquoise-blue waters can easily be circumnavigated on foot. Surrounded in the east by the Sesto Dolomites and in the west by the Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Park, the panorama is also unique. If you like it more challenging, you can start a mountain tour to the surrounding peaks here or let off steam in the climbing garden.

Beautifully situated lake in the middle of nature. Very clear water that invites you to swim, fantastically surrounded by mountains and forest. There is a kiosk and a restaurant on the lido side. Toilets are also available.

With its clear water, the jade-green shimmering mountain lake is a small oasis not far from the busy Fernpass road. It is easily accessible on hiking trails. If you don't let the cool temperatures harm you, you'll enjoy swimming in the clear mountain water.

Pure peace and quiet when the day tourists have left. The only hotel on the lake contains a lot of history and exudes the charm of the 1920s - a journey through time.

The Wildseelodersee in the Kitzbüheler Alpen surprises with fantastic and wildly romantic hiking trails and a wonderful panorama. At an altitude of almost 2,000 meters, the lake sparkles in the sunlight and makes the eyes of nature lovers beat faster. When there is no wind, the surrounding mountains are reflected in the Wildseelodersee and the cameras are pulled out in rows.

You get a particularly memorable experience if you spend the night in the Wildseeloderhaus and can let your eyes wander over the crystal-clear lake early in the morning. There are various events and happenings throughout the year. For example, the solstice bonfire and musical evenings are tempting.

The cable car takes you from Fieberbrunn to the Lärchfilzkogel. Along the path you also hike past the Wildalm until you reach the Wildseeloderhaus after an hour. If you want to go even higher, you can climb the Henne summit. Anyone who likes to give themselves an extra adrenaline rush while climbing at dizzying heights is well advised to try the "Morocco" via ferrata.

Beautiful mountain lake. At the entrance there is a beautiful legend about the lake and its famous inhabitants. 😊

The ascent from the Preintalerhütte to the Unteren and Oberen Sonntagskarsee is a fantastic experience! The narrow path leads along slopes covered with flowers and alpine roses, from which you can see the valley with the local stream. The closer you get to the Sonntagskarseen, the more idyllic it becomes: the creek tumbles down in waterfalls and cows climb up the steep slopes. The alpine altitude of the Sonntagskarseen at 2,000 meters is really special. Simply magical!

Fantastically beautiful lake, framed by several two- and three-thousanders. By not too heavy climb, this is a destination for the entire family. You should wear sturdier footwear. Also gastronomy and boat rentals are available.