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A refreshing experience in crystal clear water

Swimming and water sports in the Murau region

The sun is shining, and the temperatures have already climbed above 25 degrees Celsius? Then it's time for a refreshing swim! In the Murau region, summer holidaymakers can choose between natural bodies of water – fresh mountain lakes or bathing lakes – and several outdoor pools.

All natural and bathing lakes, outdoor and indoor pools as well as thermal spas at a glance

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Etrachsee | © Tourismusverband Murau
  • Krakau

Etrachsee

A piece of paradise stretches out at 1,374 meters above sea level: The Etrachsee lies idyllically between the...
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  • St. Lambrecht

Outdoor pool St. Lambrecht

It offers a family-friendly outdoor pool with a view of the castle park of the Benedictine monastery St. Lambrecht and...
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  • Murau

Natural outdoor pool Murau

The outdoor pool, located in Murau's Schanzenkessel, is very generously dimensioned with over 50,000m² and invites you...
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  • St. Georgen am Kreischberg

Outdoor pool St. Lorenzen/Kreischberg

In St. Lorenzen is the heated swimming pool with its own children's pool as well as a slide, playground, trampoline and...
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  • Krakau

Prebersee

The lake at the foot of the Preber is located on the border with Styria.
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Unterer Zwieflersee | © Tourismusverband Murau
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  • Schöder

Unterer- und Oberer Zwieflersee

A tour for rest, relaxation, views and wonderful nature experiences.
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  • Stadl-Predlitz

Turracher See

When the skis are exchanged for hiking boots and the last snow gives way to the blossoming spring flowers, then the...
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  • Murau

Recreational pond Lassnitz

At the leisure pond in the Laßnitz you can swim and bathe and enjoy the summer day. The leisure inn is right next...
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Bathing in the region’s natural lakes

Many of the regional lakes, such as the romantic Furtnerteich or the mystical Podolerteich offer free bathing pleasure against an impressive natural backdrop. Ready for an excursion into a magnificent natural landscape combined with an invigorating dip in the cool water?

Refreshingly diverse – the bathing lakes in the Murau region

Water sports in natural surroundings: That’s what the bathing lakes in the Murau region are known for. Rent a kayak or SUP, sunbathe on the jetty, play volleyball on the lakeshore … The region’s bathing hotspots offer much more than just an opportunity to go swimming.

Outdoor pools in the Murau region

Families with children can experience an exciting day of swimming in spacious public pools with slides and bathing islands. Outside of the water, volleyball courts and ping-pong tables ensure plenty of entertainment. Those who prefer a more quiet and manageable location might want to visit one of the small, beautiful outdoor pools. Of course, the water there is of excellent quality too.

Indoor pools and thermal spas for any weather

As we know, the weather doesn’t boast summery temperatures every day – but that’s no problem! In the Murau region, the bathing fun can continue even on bad weather days.

At the indoor pool in Murau and the indoor pool of AUSZEIT Health Centre in St. Lambrecht, holidaymakers can swim all year round and in any weather. A visit to Wildbad Einöd Health Spa or Aqualux Therme in Fohnsdorf is a wonderful and relaxing experience as well.

Summer activities in the Murau region

Hiking at Zirbitzkogel-Grebenzen Nature Park or cycling along the Mur Cycle Path: Summer in the Murau region is filled with variety.