Austria's sensational swimming lakes

The small town of Mondsee on the lake of the same name is a lively seaside resort and a popular attraction for water sports enthusiasts. In summer you can jump here at various swimming spots in the turquoise waters. In addition, it is perfect for sailing, rowing or water skiing on the large lake. If you hike on the BergeSeenTrail, you can enjoy the evening atmosphere on the lake promenade after a long day of hiking.

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The lake is one of the warmest in Europe. In summer, the water temperature here is relaxed 28 degrees Celsius. Thanks to the 12 beach baths, you have plenty of opportunities to hop in the beautiful lake.

At Lake Neufeld, a large lido invites you to rest and swim. Here you can refresh yourself after a bike ride and relax on the shore of the lake. And if you prefer action and adventure, windsurfing, sailing or diving might be right for you.

The lido at Lake Neufeld is open from May to September. You can find more information about admission prices on the website: neufelder-see.at/de/strandbad.html

The jade green shimmering mountain lake with its clear water is a small oasis not far from the busy Fernpassstraße. It is easy to reach on hiking trails, if you don't mind the cool temperatures you will enjoy swimming in the clear mountain water.

The bright turquoise high mountain lake at 1657 meters altitude 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 do not have enough, head up to the Coburger Hütte and the Drachensee.

At the largest lake of Styria, the Grundlsee, you can not only cycle great, but also swim in the summer. Surrounded by beautiful, unspoiled nature, various meadow, sand or stone beaches invite you to jump into the cool water and refresh yourself.By the way: There is also a nudist area on the lake - the only one in the Styrian Salzkammergut.

Lake Millstatt not only invites to cycling, but also to swimming. The water has drinking water quality and in the summer a pleasant temperature of up to 27 degrees. There are 12 beach resorts around the lake.More information about swimming at Lake Millstatt you can get here: millstaettersee.com/de/urlaubsthemen/baden-schwimmen.html

20,000 m² of sunbathing lawn - everyone will find a peaceful spot there. Hobby captains are happy about the 200 boat berths, the boat rental and the offers of the shipping company Gangl (bicycle ferry to Mörbisch). The pool itself offers many options for sports enthusiasts and families, such as beach volleyball, boccia or pétanque courts, outdoor workout equipment, two large children's playgrounds, a bouncy castle - and of course the wonderful, endless lake.

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Lake Hallstatt is spectacular for cycling due to its partly steep banks. It is also worthwhile to turn the bike off and rest at one of the many beach resorts on the lake. Most of them are free, perfect for a quick stopover and refreshment in the crystal clear waters of the lake.

The Attersee enchants with its blue water, over which you can let your gaze wander while cycling. Especially in the hot summer months, you want to jump into the clear water and cool off.

You can do this easily at the Attersee, because there are many public bathing areas around the lake that you can use for free. And if you are looking for the ambience of an outdoor pool, you can go to one of the beach baths on the Attersee.

Here at the beginning of the Oberen Lobau is one of the most beautiful natural bathing spots in the city. The Dechantlacke is a cozy place and particularly popular with people who like to jump into the water without swimwear. If you want, you can of course leave your swimming trunks or bikini on. There is no nudity obligation.

Anyone who comes here will be rewarded with a lot of peace and quiet and hidden places to relax. The well-known painter and architect Friedensreich Hundertwasser already appreciated the location and atmosphere of the lake.