Hintersteiner See
Fee required
Water
Swimming
Located in the middle of the Wilder Kaiser nature reserve, Hintersteiner See is a natural gem – a crystal-clear and refreshing mountain lake, especially popular for swimming with a large sunbathing lawn, kiosk, and rental of sun loungers, umbrellas, and paddles.

πŸ“œ A crystal-clear mountain lake nestled in the Wilder Kaiser nature reserve.
🏞️ Popular for swimming, sunbathing, and enjoying refreshing mountain water.

Why Go

πŸ’Ž Experience a natural gem with pristine, refreshing water.
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Family-friendly with a large sunbathing lawn and amenities.
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Enjoy easy access to hiking trails in the surrounding Kaiser Mountains.
β˜€οΈ Perfect for a cool dip on a hot summer day.

Why Avoid

πŸ• Dogs are not permitted on the sunbathing lawn or in the water.
πŸ’Έ Admission fee for the beach area.
🌧️ Beach opening hours may be adjusted due to rain or cold weather.

πŸŠβ€β™€οΈ Swimming

🌑️ Water temperature averages 19°C, warming to 20-22°C in summer.
πŸ–οΈ Beach area on the eastern shore with a sunbathing lawn, kiosk, and rentals.
🚰 Filled by underground springs, ensuring high-quality drinking water.

⏰ Hours

πŸ—“οΈ Beach facility generally open from May to September.
β˜€οΈ Daily opening hours for the beach: 09:00 - 19:00.

πŸ’° Cost

🎟️ Admission to the beach area is subject to a fee.

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking

πŸš— Paid parking available directly at the lake on the eastern shore.
🚫 Buses and motorhomes are not permitted to park here.

🚌 Getting There

🚌 Free tourist shuttle bus operates from May to mid-October.
πŸ“ Bus runs from Scheffau village center to the lake and back.
πŸ’³ Free with a Wilder Kaiser Card or valid cable car ticket.

πŸ” Food

🍦 Kiosk available at the beach area.
🍽️ Restaurant also available on-site.

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lakeswimmingnature reservefamily-friendlyoutdoorrecreationhiking