The well-known Achensee is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Tyrol in summer. For this reason alone, a visit to Lake Achensee is worth it in winter, when the once lively landscape is shrouded in solitude and silence.
The contrast is impressive. The lake is frozen over in many places, for example on the Mauracher Ufer. Traditional shipping is partially suspended, the sailing boats are stowed away and the lake is recovering from the hustle and bustle of summer.
Important: Some of the well-known forest car parks are closed in winter. Plus, it can be slippery. Under no circumstances should you enter the partially frozen lake, the ice may collapse.
One option is to park at the atoll and walk left down to Lake Achensee on the bike path to the lake shore (approx. 10 minutes). If you need some warmth afterwards, you can relax in the Indoor pool from the atoll recover.