Salzburg Lakes Area Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Relax beside some of the dozens of lakes decorating this dramatic and scenic Alpine region and visit its enchanting spa villages.

The Salzburg Lakes region is a stunning district spread over the scenic, undulating terrain of the Austrian Alps. Quaint villages and spa towns adorn the pristine, bumpy landscape that engulfs the lakes of this region. Bring sports gear to use on the many lakes and mountainous slopes.

Make your way to Obertrum am See in the northern outskirts of Salzburg. Browse the stalls of the market and take a sailboat out on the picturesque lake. Visit the intriguing Einlegerhaus Museum to learn about ceramics and other historic artifacts from the region.

Bring the kids to the Abarena Theme Park in St. Gilgen in the Wolfgangsee lake area. Watch them play on the trampolines, bouncy castle, go-karts and other activities, against a stunning backdrop of verdant mountains. Ride the Schafbergbahn cog railway for excellent mountain views. See the statue of Wolfgang Mozart in Mozartplatz Square and continue the music theme in the Musikinstrument Museum.

Make your way past the various lakes and appreciate the area’s utter serenity and picturesque scenery. Among the most iconic lakes are the Mattsee and the Grabensee. Visit the charming town of Seekirchen am Wallersee and go windsurfing, kitesurfing and sailing on its large lake. Make sure to see other pretty towns in the region, including Abersee, Henndorf am Wallersee and the historic town of Thalgau.

Temperatures are fairly warm in the lakeside towns in July. Ride the Summer Toboggan Run near Fuschl am See. In winter, expect wet weather, with deep snowfall on the upper slopes. Head up to the mountains for skiing and snowboarding.

Find the district in the north-central reaches of Austria. It begins in the outskirts of Salzburg, moving east in the federal states of Salzburg, Upper Austria and Styria. Fly to Salzburg Airport and rent a car to head east through the mountains and lakes of this zone.

Salzburg Lakes is a spectacular region of snowy peaks and lovely lakes.

Heritage Hotel Hallstatt

Heritage Hotel Hallstatt

4 out of 5
Landungsplatz 101, Hallstatt, Upper Austria
The price is ₹22,245 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
₹22,245
₹25,069 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Hallstatt. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent location, super clean and great staff and service."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Heritage Hotel Hallstatt
Hotel Haus am See Self Check-in

Hotel Haus am See Self Check-in

2 out of 5
Obertraun 169, Obertraun, Oberösterreich
The price is ₹13,407 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹13,407
₹15,448 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Obertraun. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8/10 Very Good! (446 reviews)
"One night stay - it’s a short five minute walk from the train station which is a big plus. Excellent view of the lake and Hallstatt. Basic rooms with no AC but otherwise clean and tidy."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Hotel Haus am See Self Check-in
Hotel Goldenes Schiff

Hotel Goldenes Schiff

4 out of 5
Adalbert-Stifter-Kai 3, Bad Ischl, Upper Austria
The price is ₹16,440 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
₹16,440
₹18,785 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Bad Ischl. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Lehar Villa Museum and Museum of Bad ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (185 reviews)
"This hotel is excellent and in the heart of Bad Ischl. 10 min walk from the train station. Idyllic town and scenery."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

Hotel Goldenes Schiff
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
HOMEBOUND APARTMENTS Bad Goisern

HOMEBOUND APARTMENTS Bad Goisern

3.5 out of 5
Schmiedgasse 15, Bad Goisern, Oberösterreich
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Bad Goisern. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Hallstatt Lake and Hallstatt Central ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (102 reviews)
Great option
"Really great option in lovely wee town. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

HOMEBOUND APARTMENTS Bad Goisern
MONDI Appartements am Grundlsee

MONDI Appartements am Grundlsee

4 out of 5
Archkogl 31, Grundlsee, Steiermark
Stay at this 4-star spa apartment in Grundlsee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Tressenstein and Kammerhof Museum ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (87 reviews)
"This is such a cute location! Breakfast was tasty and a buffet. The bedroom was perfect along with the pool and sauna."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

MONDI Appartements am Grundlsee
Hallstatt Hideaway - Adults only

Hallstatt Hideaway - Adults only

4 out of 5
Dr. Friedrich-Morton-Weg 24, Hallstatt, Salzburg
Stay at this 4-star beach villa in Hallstatt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a private beach and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hallstatt Central Square and Hallstatt ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (197 reviews)
"Perfect location - overlooking the lake and village"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Hallstatt Hideaway - Adults only
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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