Outdoor-Aktivitäten am Wolfgangsee

Outdoor Adventures & Lakes

Explore the diverse natural landscapes of the Salzkammergut region, centered around the crystal-clear waters of Lake Wolfgang. This selection features public swimming areas like Strandbad St. Gilgen and the shaded Waldbad Fürberg, alongside the specialized diving entry point at Mondsee-Kreuzstein. Hikers and climbers can access the Kreuzsteiner waterfall and the vertical limestone sections of Plombsteinberg’s Sektor Balkon. The list also includes the Seepromenade in Strobl and the smaller, alpine Krottensee near the Scharfling pass.

Outdoor Adventures & Lakes — Karte

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A

Lake Wolfgang

Lake Wolfgang is a lake in Austria that lies mostly within the state of Salzburg and is one of the best known lakes in the Salzkammergut…

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B

Kreuzsteiner Wasserfall

Located near the southern shore of Lake Mondsee, this waterfall is accessible via a short forest path and features a drop over moss-covered rock formations.

C

Strandbad St.Gilgen

Public swimming facility on the northern shore of Lake Wolfgang featuring a large sunbathing lawn, a wooden pier, and views of the surrounding mountains.

D

Waldbad Fürberg

A naturally shaded swimming area located in a secluded bay on the northern shore, accessible via a lakeside walking trail from St. Gilgen.

E

Seepromenade Strobl

A paved lakeside walkway on the eastern shore of Lake Wolfgang featuring landscaped gardens, seating areas, and a pier for the local passenger ferry.

F

Mondsee - Kreuzstein

A known entry point for scuba divers on Lake Mondsee, characterized by steep underwater walls and clear visibility.

G

Plombsteinberg - Sektor Balkon

A limestone climbing area overlooking St. Gilgen, offering multiple sport climbing routes with panoramic views of the Wolfgangsee valley.

H

Krottensee

A small, deep alpine lake located near the Scharfling pass, surrounded by dense forest at the foot of the Schafberg mountain.