Top excursion destinations
on Lake Attersee and in Attergau
The Attersee-Attergau region in the Salzkammergut offers a variety of excursion destinations that combine nature, culture and enjoyment. Here are some recommendations for your stay:
Attersee-Schifffahrt
Enjoy the beauty of the lake from the water. The boat trip takes you to various places around Lake Attersee and offers impressive panoramic views.
Bienenhof Attersee (apiary)
A special experience for young and old: learn all about the fascinating world of bees and taste regional honey directly on site.
Attersee-Traunsee Nature Park
The nature park combines unspoilt nature with varied hiking trails and viewpoints. Ideal for anyone who wants to discover the tranquillity and beauty of the region on foot.
Celtic Tree Trail
An exciting themed trail for the whole family: experience the world of the Celts in the midst of picturesque nature and learn more about their life and culture at interactive stations.
Gustav Klimt Centre
Explore the life and work of Gustav Klimt, who affectionately called Lake Attersee “his Austrian sea”. The centre offers impressive insights into Klimt’s creative phase at Lake Attersee.
Attergau lookout tower
For all those who want to get up high: The Attergau observation tower offers a spectacular 360-degree view over Lake Attersee, the Höllengebirge mountains and the entire Salzkammergut region.
Attersee via ferrata Mahdlgupf
The via ferrata offers pure adventure with spectacular views of Lake Attersee. Ideal for sporty holidaymakers who want to experience nature in a special way.
Car-free cycling day around Lake Attersee
Once a year, the road around Lake Attersee belongs entirely to cyclists. A special highlight for families and cycling enthusiasts.
The pile dwellings of Attersee
Immerse yourself in the history of the region: the prehistoric pile dwellings, which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are fascinating testimonies to earlier civilisations.
Hike up the “Kreizgruabm”
Right next to the hotel, the “Kreizgruabm” invites you to take a short hike with wonderful views of Lake Attersee and the surrounding mountains. An insider tip for quiet hours in nature.
Mondsee and the Basilica of St Michael
A short trip to nearby Mondsee is well worthwhile: visit the imposing St. Michael’s Basilica, famous from the film “The Sound of Music”, and stroll through the charming town centre with its cafés and small shops.
Kammer Lake Castle on Lake Attersee
A cultural highlight directly on Lake Attersee: Kammer Lake Castle impresses with its baroque architecture and idyllic castle park. The castle inspired Gustav Klimt to create his famous Attersee paintings and is a popular photo motif.