Tristacher See
Parking available
The Tristacher See is the only natural lake on the foothills of the Lienzer Dolomiten, located near Tristach, Austria. It is a highly-rated public bathing facility known for its excellent water quality, also serving as a fishing preserve and an ice skating ground in winter.

📜 The Tristacher See is the only natural lake on the foothills of the Lienzer Dolomiten, near Tristach, Austria.
✨ Known for excellent water quality and diverse recreational activities.

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 sandy beach
🚶‍♀️ Scenic 1.5 km circular hiking route

Why Avoid

⚠️ Toilets and changing rooms may be locked in low season (e.g., September)
❄️ 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

🕒 Bus service operates from early July until end of August.

🅿️ Parking

Numerous parking facilities available; free in low season.

🚻 Toilets

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