Vorderer Gosausee
The Vordere Gosausee, located in the Upper Austrian part of the Salzkammergut, is a picturesque mountain lake at 933 meters above sea level, set against the impressive backdrop of the Dachstein massif. It is a popular destination for hikers, climbers, and nature lovers, offering breathtaking views and serving as a starting point for numerous tours and high-altitude excursions.

๐Ÿ”๏ธ A crystal-clear mountain lake at the foot of the Dachstein massif in the Upper Austrian Salzkammergut.
๐Ÿ“ธ Renowned for its spectacular location, offering breathtaking views of Dachstein and Gosaukamm.

Why Go

๐Ÿž๏ธ Picturesque mountain lake at 933 meters above sea level
๐Ÿšถโ€โ™€๏ธ Popular destination for hikers, climbers, and nature lovers
โ›ฐ๏ธ Starting point for challenging mountain tours, including Vysokรฝ Dachstein
๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ Enjoy a 4.5 km circular hiking trail around the lake, flat and family-friendly
๐Ÿคฟ Experience diving in exceptionally clear water during summer months
๐Ÿš  Access the Gablonzer Hut and Dachstein-West ski area via Gosaukammbahn cable car
๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ Witness or participate in the annual 2-person relay race in May

๐Ÿšถโ€โ™€๏ธ Hiking

๐ŸŒฒ Explore the 4.5 km circular path around the lake, perfect for leisurely strolls or easy hikes.
โžก๏ธ Hike to Hinterer Gosausee via a picturesque forest path (approx. two hours).
๐Ÿง—โ€โ™‚๏ธ Begin challenging mountain ascents to Vysokรฝ Dachstein from here, often via the Adamek Hut.

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food

๐Ÿก Find inns and huts conveniently located along the hiking trails.

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