Tristacher See
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The Tristacher See is the only natural lake for bathing in East Tyrol, located near Tristach, Austria. It is known for excellent water quality, family-friendly facilities, and diverse recreational activities including swimming, fishing, and ice skating.

📜 Natural lake in the foothills of the Lienzer Dolomiten, near Tristach, Austria.
🔍 Only bathing lake in East Tyrol, known for excellent water quality.

Why Go

🏊‍♀️ Enjoy swimming in warm, crystal-clear water
🎣 Great spot for fishing various species
⛸️ Ice skating in winter when ice thickness allows
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly with playground and sunbathing lawn
🚶‍♀️ Scenic circular hiking route, including a botanic trail to 'Alter See' biotope

Why Avoid

⚠️ Toilets and changing rooms may be locked in low season
❄️ Winter path can be very slippery, requiring good winter tires or snow chains

Tips

🚌 Convenient bus service from Lienz operates July-August
🚗 Numerous parking facilities available, free in low season

Cost

💰 Visiting the lake is free.

Hours

🕒 Popular in summer months; bus service operates July-August.

🅿️ Parking

Numerous parking facilities available; free in low season, charged in high season.

🚻 Toilets

Restrooms and changing rooms provided, may be locked in low season.

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