Best lakes around Innerbraz serve as a gateway to the diverse aquatic landscapes of the Vorarlberg region in Austria. This area features both natural high mountain lakes and man-made reservoirs. These bodies of water offer a range of attractions, from scenic beauty to various recreational activities. The region provides opportunities for exploration and connection with the natural environment.
Last updated: June 17, 2026
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Particularly striking, you can walk all the way around it.
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A walk around the reservoir is always possible, even when the weather isn't so good.
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Coming up from the valley, past cows that know more about the world than they'd care to admit, it suddenly appears before you: the Latschau reservoir. Smooth as a promise and green-blue like the cover of a travel brochure that means business. No waves, no reeds, no fishing boats. Just water and concrete – and behind them, the silhouettes of the mountains that act as if they already belong to another world. It's one of those unreal scenes that makes you pause for a moment – not because you have to, but because the surroundings suddenly do something to you. The lake lies there like an eye that sees everything. The path around it is wide and easy to walk, but your thoughts become slow, almost reverential.
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The Latschau reservoir is divided into two basins, which are assigned to the Rodundwerke. Basin I was completed in 1943, and Basin II in 1972.
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Not only the reservoir, there is a lot to experience all around, big and small
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We might have called it Tulip Lake 🌷😉, it's probably in the eye of the beholder. No matter how - definitely beautiful 🤩!
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The Schwarzsee deserves its name in certain lighting conditions. Is idyllic and quiet in the middle of the mountains.
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Tour tip: From Bergkapell via Sebliga See to Schwarzsee. Then continue via Kälber See, Herz See, Kreuzjoch to the Wormserhütte!
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The region around Innerbraz offers several scenic lakes. Formarinsee, located at 1,793 meters, is renowned for its clear emerald green waters and stunning mountain reflections, having been voted Austria's most beautiful spot in 2015. Another picturesque option is Heart Lake, known for its distinctive shape and tranquil setting below the Hochjoch.
Yes, several lakes offer family-friendly options. The circular path around Formarinsee is gravel and suitable for families with small children and strollers. Additionally, Latschau Reservoir features a barrier-free circular hiking path and serves as a starting point for activities like a 'Flying Fox' zipline and the Alpine Coaster Golm, making it ideal for families.
Near the lakes around Innerbraz, you can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities. Hiking is very popular, with trails ranging from easy walks around reservoirs to challenging mountain tours. For more specific routes, you can explore options like those found in the Mountain Hikes around Innerbraz guide. Cycling and mountain biking are also excellent ways to explore the area, with numerous trails available, as detailed in the Cycling around Innerbraz guide and MTB Trails around Innerbraz guide.
For hiking, Formarinsee is highly recommended, offering a leisurely circular path and access to the Freiburger Hut, which is a great starting point for various tours. Heart Lake is also popular with hikers, with numerous paths passing by it, offering a picturesque resting spot.
Yes, fishing is possible in some lakes. Black Lake, the largest of three mountain lakes on the Hochjoch, contains fish such as rainbow trout and brook trout, and daily or weekly fishing permits can be purchased from the Montafon fishing association. Heart Lake also serves for fish breeding and is attractive to fishermen.
The best time to visit the lakes near Innerbraz is generally during the warmer months, from late spring to early autumn (May to October). During this period, the weather is most favorable for hiking, cycling, and enjoying the outdoor activities, and the high mountain lakes like Formarinsee are fully accessible after the snowmelt.
Yes, Latschau Reservoir offers a barrier-free circular hiking path, making it accessible for a wider range of visitors, including those with limited mobility or strollers.
You can expect to see diverse natural features. Formarinsee is known for its strikingly clear emerald green and turquoise waters and the reflection of the Rote Wand mountains. It also features an underground karst cave system. Heart Lake is notable for its distinctive heart shape. The region also offers opportunities to observe wildlife, including one of Europe's largest ibex colonies near Formarinsee.
Near Formarinsee, you'll find the Freiburger Hut, a popular mountain hut located on a saddle above the lake. It offers accommodation and serves as an ideal starting point for many tours, providing a place to rest and enjoy views of the Rote Wand.
Access to Formarinsee is often via a toll road from Lech. A hiking bus is also available, providing a convenient way to reach this high mountain lake.
The Latschau Reservoir is a man-made body of water that plays a crucial role in power generation for illwerke vkw AG. It serves for the daily storage of water for the Rodund power plants and as a water storage basin for the Lünerseewerk.
Yes, Heart Lake (Herzsee) is specifically named for its distinctive heart shape, which is particularly visible from certain viewpoints above the lake.


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