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 Neufelder a large lido invites you to rest and swim. Here you can refresh yourself after a bike ride and relax on the shores of the lake. And if you're looking for action and adventure, maybe surfing, sailing or diving is right for you.The Strandbad am Neufelder See is open from May to September from 7:30 am to 6 pm. In the summer months of June, July and August, it is even open until 19 clock. The day ticket for adults costs 5.70 euros and for children 3 euros. More information about the entrance fees can be found 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 footpaths, but those who do not mind cold temperatures 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

Here you feel like the sea. The seaside resort Neusiedl invites you to refreshing swimming and the large beach to relax. If you need a bit more action, you can play beach volleyball or wind and kite surfing in the seaside resort.

Admission to the seaside resort costs 5.50 euros for the whole day and 4.30 euros from 14 clock.

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 there comes the desire to jump into the clear water and cool off.At the Attersee you can do it easily, because around the lake there are many public swimming spots, which you can use for free. And if you are more looking for the ambience of a swimming pool, you can go to one of the beach resorts on Lake Attersee.

Natural bathing area - for the most part as nudist. Beautiful to bath here and relax.