Lake Traunsee Holidays

The Traunsee is one of the most famous holiday lakes in the Salzkammergut region, popularly known as the Austrian Lake District. A wonderful setting among majestic mountains makes for truly memorable holidays in the Austrian lakes. Especially varied landscapes include the gorgeous hills of the Alpenvorland and spectacular Austrian mountains in the Hollengebirge and the Traunstein Massif. Ferries boats and romantic cruises are an idyllic way to explore the main resorts and smaller lakeside villages. Traunsee holiday resorts are particularly romantic at night. All the main resorts will offer a variety of tours and excursions in the Austrian Lake District. You can search and book Traunsee lake holidays online or by phone with directline-holidays.

 

Beautiful traditional hotels and top quality restaurants make Traunsee a deservedly popular destination for luxury lake and mountain holidays in Austria. You will find excellent quality Traunsee holiday accommodation in stylish lake holiday destinations like Gmunden, Altmunster, Ebensee and Traunkirchen. The elegant lakeside promenade of Gmunden has been attracting discerning holiday visitors since the 19^th century. The summer lake holiday season sees plenty of festivals and concerts in the region. For quiet Traunsee holidays head for the less developed eastern shore. For cheap holidays on Lake Traun try private rentals, family-run guest houses and regional campsites.

 

The Traunsee boasts idyllic water temperatures for swimming, boating, windsurfing, water skiing and diving. Walkers will find gentle lakeside strolls and a wealth of beautiful marked footpaths in the hills around Gmunden. Make sure not to miss out on the splendid medieval castle of Schloss Ort. Look out for surprisingly cheap Traunsee holiday offers in early and late season. Winter holiday visitors will find winter sports by the lake and rewarding skiing holidays in the mountains. Many visitors combine a Traunsee lake holiday with the Austrian city break favourites of Linz and Vienna. Find cheap Traunsee lake holiday deals and the best Austrian lakes and mountains holiday offers with our online search.