Top 12 Lakes around Amlach

The lakes around Amlach are characterized by their natural beauty and diverse recreational opportunities within the Lienz Dolomites. They range from the region's only natural bathing lake, Lake Tristach, known for its warm, clear waters, to serene high-alpine mountain lakes like Lake Laserz and Neualpl Lakes.

The best lake for swimming near Amlach is Lake Tristach. It is the only natural bathing lake in East Tyrol, offering excellent water quality that reaches pleasant temperatures of up to 24-25°C in summer. It also features a lido with sunbathing lawns, jetties, and a diving platform.

Yes, several lakes around Amlach are family-friendly. Lake Tristach is ideal with its shallow splash areas, playground, and various water activities. Lake Laserz and Neualpl Lakes are also noted as family-friendly destinations for hiking and enjoying nature.

The area around Amlach's lakes offers a variety of outdoor activities. You can enjoy cycling on routes like the 'Tristacher See loop' or the 'Lienz Dolomites Tour' found in the Cycling around Amlach guide. For hikers, there are mountain trails, including a wild and romantic circular path around Lake Tristach, and more challenging routes like those in the Mountain Hikes around Amlach guide.

Yes, there are several hiking trails. A popular option is the wild and romantic circular hiking trail around Lake Tristach. For more challenging mountain hikes, you can explore trails leading to lakes like Lake Laserz and Neualpl Lakes, which are often part of longer mountain tours. Good footwear is recommended for high-alpine routes.

Beyond the lakes themselves, you can explore the majestic peaks of the Lienz Dolomites that frame the landscape. Near Lake Tristach, a short walk leads to the 'Alter See' (Old Lake), a natural monument and biotope rich in diverse flora, including over 70 species of flowering plants. The high-alpine lake landscapes like Neualpl Lakes also offer stunning natural scenery.

While Lake Tristach is East Tyrol's only natural bathing lake and perfect for swimming, wild swimming in other lakes is generally not permitted or advised. For instance, swimming is prohibited in Lake Laserz as it supplies drinking water, and also in Taxermoos Reservoir due to safety concerns.

The best time to visit depends on your desired activities. For swimming and water sports, the summer months (June to August) are ideal, as Lake Tristach reaches its warmest temperatures. For hiking and enjoying the scenic beauty, late spring to early autumn offers pleasant weather. In winter, when ice thickness allows, Lake Tristach transforms into a natural ice-skating rink.

Yes, Lake Tristach has historical significance, with mentions in the Tyrolean Fishing Book of Emperor Maximilian I in the 16th century, highlighting its long-standing importance in the region.

At Lake Tristach, you'll find extensive recreational facilities including a lido, sunbathing lawns, jetties, a beach volleyball court, a diving platform, and a playground for children. Rubber boats and inflatable mattresses are available for rent, and there's a restaurant and terrace café. Other mountain lakes, like those near Karlsbader Hut, may have hut facilities offering food and accommodation.

Lake Tristach is easily accessible from Amlach and the surrounding areas, located approximately 5 km south of Lienz. Public bus services operate between Lienz and the lake during the summer months, making it convenient to reach.