Tyrol

Discover Austria’s alpine lakes—Hallstätter See, Achensee, Wolfgangsee and more. Tips, experiences, and when to go. Perfect for planning your trip.

Austria’s alpine lakes are a study in contrasts: glassy turquoise basins that reflect serrated mountain ridges, quiet villages with centuries-old wooden façades, and high passes that funnel cool air into fjord-like valleys. From the iconic postcard views of Hallstätter See to the wind-sculpted sailing waters of the Salzkammergut, these lakes define much of Austria’s landscape…