Top 19 Lakes around Spittel

Many lakes in the Spittal an der Drau region are excellent for swimming. Millstätter See can reach up to 25°C in summer, while Ossiacher See can warm up to 28°C at the surface. Afritzer See offers crystal-clear water that reaches a pleasant 26°C, and Weissensee, known for its pristine quality, is the highest bathing lake in the Alps.

Yes, the region is excellent for fishing. Millstätter See is one of Austria's most fish-rich lakes, home to 21 species including whitefish, lake trout, and pike. Afritzer See is also exceptionally rich in fish, with pike, catfish, zander, and whitefish, offering plenty of space for anglers.

The lakes offer a wide range of water sports. On Millstätter See, you can enjoy swimming, sailing, and diving. Ossiacher See is popular for windsurfing, paragliding, water skiing, and stand-up paddling. Weissensee also invites swimming, sailing, windsurfing, waterskiing, wakeboarding, and stand-up paddling. Kayaking is also possible on Afritzer See.

For hiking and cycling, Millstätter See offers a 28-kilometer cycle path and hiking trails like the 'Millstätter See Höhensteig' and the 'Way of Love. Sentiero dell'Amore'. Ossiacher See has a 25 to 27-kilometer family-friendly cycle path and is part of the Alpe-Adria-Trail. Weissensee features a wild hiking trail on its northern shore and over 200 kilometers of marked hiking trails in its surrounding nature park.

Yes, near Millstätter See, you can visit Millstatt Abbey, an 11th-century Benedictine monastery. Ossiacher See is home to the historic Ossiach Abbey, which is a renowned cultural center and hosts the international 'Carinthian Summer' music festival.

Weissensee is unique for its crystal-clear, high-altitude waters, located at 930 meters above sea level, making it the highest bathing lake in the Alps. Two-thirds of its surface are a protected area, and motorboats are largely prohibited, ensuring tranquility. Its water quality is so exceptional it reaches drinking water standards, and its chalk banks give it its 'white lake' name. In winter, it transforms into Europe's largest natural ice rink.

Absolutely. Ossiacher See offers a family-friendly cycle path and nearby attractions like the Familywald adventure park with a treetop path and Austria's first forest rollercoaster. Afritzer See is described as a family-friendly destination with free beach access and opportunities for kayaking. Many lakes also have easy walking paths suitable for families.

The summer months are ideal for visiting, as the lake waters reach pleasant temperatures for swimming (up to 25-28°C). This season is also perfect for water sports, hiking, and cycling. For winter activities like ice skating, Weissensee is best visited when it freezes over.

The lakes are set against stunning mountainous backdrops. Millstätter See is encircled by mountains, including the Millstätter Alpe. Weissensee is known for its pristine natural surroundings and breathtaking views from its wild hiking trail. Afritzer See is nestled amidst the picturesque Nockberge mountains, offering tranquil scenery.

Yes, for hiking, consider the 'Millstätter See Höhensteig' or the 'Way of Love. Sentiero dell'Amore' around Millstätter See. Ossiacher See is part of the Alpe-Adria-Trail, and a 27-kilometer cycle path encircles it. Weissensee has over 200 kilometers of marked hiking trails in its nature park. For more outdoor activities, you can explore various hiking routes or road cycling routes in the broader Spittal region.

Yes, for tranquility, Afritzer See is a picturesque and peaceful lake where motorboats are banned. Weissensee also maintains a serene environment as two-thirds of its surface are protected, and motorboats are largely prohibited. Secluded bays on Millstätter See are perfect for exploring by wooden boat for a quiet experience.