The waters of the Murau region
Surrounded by lush green Alpine pastures, hidden in forests or nestled amid rocks and summits you can find the natural lakes of the Murau region. Whether it’s high up in the mountains or down in the valley – the region’s lakes are unrivalled natural highlights.
The “water world” of Murau consists of 40 lakes spread across the region, among them the Zwiefler lakes, Lake Schattensee and Lake Etrachsee. Other lakes such as Furtnerteich or Rottenmanner Teich are smaller but no less spectacular. Talking about spectacular things: The wild Günster waterfall with its 65-metre fall height is a sight to behold.
The lake map gives you an overview of all bodies of water in the Murau region.
Quiet Lake Auerlingsee in St. Lambrecht
In a forest at the foot of Grebenzen mountain, you can find mysterious Lake Auerlingsee. Located at 1,315 metres above sea level, the quiet lake is perfect for taking a refreshing dip.
Shaped by the Ice Age, this scenic resting place is a great starting point for hikes up the Grebenzen. What’s more, the lake is also popular with fishermen and dog walkers.
Magical Lake Podolerteich in St. Blasen
Right in the forests of Nature Park Zirbitzkogel-Grebenzen, hidden away at 1,050 metres above sea level, lies Lake Podolerteich. The lake’s serene surface beautifully reflects the surrounding high fir and larch trees, inviting you to let your thoughts wander.
The picturesque lake and pasture plateau of Turrach
The three mountain lakes at Turracher Höhe are popular attractions and natural gems. The 3-lakes trail is the perfect hiking route to experience their beauty.
With a surface area of 19.4 hectares, Lake Turracher See is the biggest of the three lakes. It is located at 1,780 above sea level and has an average depth of 13.6 metres.
A bit further east of Lake Turracher See, you can find Lake Schwarzsee. It is located at 1,840 metres above sea level and is bordered by high moors in the north and south. With a surface area of 2.6 hectares, it’s significantly smaller than Lake Turracher See.
Southeast of Turracher Höhe, at 1,765 metres above sea level, you can find the smallest and most romantic of the three lakes, Lake Grünsee. It has a surface area of 0.5 hectares and beautifully reflects the surrounding larch trees and stone pines.
Beautiful Wildenkar lakes in Krakau
From one mountain lake to the next – doesn’t this sound lovely? The outstanding beauty of Lake Unterer Wildenkarsee (1,891 metres above sea level) and Lake Oberer Wildenkarsee (2,053 metres above sea level) is a magical sight for any hiker passing by.
The path to the two gorgeous mountain lakes runs from Lake Etrachsee to Rudolf-Schober hut and offers you splendid views.
Lake Leonharditeich in Murau
Romantic Leonharditeich invites you to kick back and relax at its shores. It’s a perfect place to have a picnic and a leisurely walk. The path leads you past Hungerturm with its viewing platform and offers you picturesque views of late-Gothic St. Leonhard’s Church.
The second stage of the popular Mur Cycle Path also runs through Murau, giving beer lovers the chance to enjoy a cool drink in the Medieval beer brewing city.
Naturjuwel Furtner Teich
The Furtner Pond in the Zirbitzkogel-Grebenzen Nature Park is a very special natural jewel in many respects: scientists and biologists know this pond and moorland landscape, which has also been recognised as a Natura 2000 European protected area, as a natural gem.
Zwieflerseen
The Zwieflersee lakes on the Sölkpass are a jewel in the Murau region. With their breathtaking beauty, they attract hikers and nature lovers alike. The surrounding mountain landscape offers an impressive panorama that makes the heart of every hiker beat faster.
