Vorderer Gosausee
A picturesque mountain lake in the Upper Austrian Salzkammergut, the Vorderer Gosausee offers stunning views of the Dachstein massif. Known for its clear, cold, drinking-quality water, it's a popular destination for hiking, climbing, diving, and boating, also serving as a reservoir for hydroelectric power.

🏔️ Crystal-clear mountain lake at the foot of the Dachstein massif.
💧 Known for its cold, clean drinking water quality.

Why Go

🏞️ Picturesque mountain lake at 937 meters above sea level
🚶‍♀️ Popular for hiking, climbing, diving, and boating
📸 Spectacular views of Dachstein and Gosaukamm
🤿 Experience diving, including ice diving in winter
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Enjoy a 4.5 km circular path suitable for prams

Why Avoid

⚠️ Water level varies due to reservoir use
🚫 Cycling around the lake is not allowed

Tips

🅿️ Paid parking available near the lake
🚌 Accessible by public bus
🐕 Pets allowed

Cost

💰 Free entry to the lake; parking is paid.

Hours

🕒 Open daily, year-round; circular hiking path accessible May to October.

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