Lake Traunsee Things To Do

The lakes and mountains in Austria are spectacular, as stunning as any found in France, Switzerland or Italy. They are also a hiker’s dream. With Lake Traunsee being set among majestic mountains, latticed hillsides and rugged valley shelves, hiking there is something visitors often describe as being an experience of a lifetime.

For those who wish to explore the local area, but without getting too holiday-active, gentle lakeside strolls at Lake Traunsee can be just the thing. Relax, breathe in the wonderfully fresh air, and feel like you are really getting away from it all as you wander the footpaths around the Gmunden hills. The elegant lakeside promenade there is also a must-visit for those who seek a pleasant evening stroll beneath the stars after dinner.

As well as hiking and walking, and, of course, mountain skiing in winter, other outdoor activities on offer at Lake Traunsee include swimming, boating, windsurfing, waterskiing and diving.

Cheap holidays at Lake Traunsee can include trips to the stylish Austrian Lake District destinations of Gmunden, Altmunster, Ebensee and Traunkirchen. At Ebensee, the whole family could enjoy a gondola ride to the summit of Feuerkogel, from where the views of the region are dazzling.

For history lovers, a Lake Traunsee holiday simply has to include a visit to the medieval castle of Schloss Ort. Built in 1080, legend has it the castle was a gift from a hopelessly-in-love son to his disapproving mother, as an attempt at winning her affirmation for his marriage, so that he might finally wed the girl of his dreams.  

After all that sport and sightseeing, you are bound to have worked up an appetite. Don’t worry, at Lake Traunsee you’ll find hearty traditional Austrian fayre and even international cuisine to suit all tastes and budgets. After dinner, enjoy a few beers with family, newly-made holiday mates, and friendly locals at any one of the welcoming pubs or bars in the region.