--- title: Public bathing places in the Attersee-Attergau region in Salzkammergut url: "https://attersee-attergau.salzkammergut.at/en/things-to-do/sports-and-health/bathing/public-bathing-areas.html" description: "Austria's largest inland lake, the Attersee, offers publicly accessible, free bathing facilities in every village around the lake." image: "https://attersee-attergau.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/user_upload/attersee-attergau/logos/Attersee_Attergau_Logo_80__gro%E2%94%9C%C6%92.jpg" date: 2024-05-13 modified: 2025-12-11 --- # Public bathing places in the Attersee-Attergau region in Salzkammergut How warm is Lake Attersee? -------------------------- ### Current water temperature & bathing tips Lake Attersee, Austria's largest inland lake in the idyllic Salzkammergut region, offers a unique swimming experience with its crystal-clear water and fascinating shades of blue. [ © Open copyright © Copyright: TVB Attersee-Attergau Close copyright ![Attersee in Attersee am Attersee: The picture shows a young couple standing happily on a jetty and smiling at the camera. The woman is wearing a black bikini, while the man is bare-chested. The landscape in the background is idyllic: a lake surrounded by mountain ranges and a clear atmosphere.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: TVB Attersee-Attergau") Current temperature Lake Attersee ------------------------------------ ](https://attersee-attergau.salzkammergut.at/en/things-to-do/sports-and-health/bathing/public-bathing-areas/oesterreich-poi/detail/201543/attersee.html) [The latest temperature readings](https://www.atterwind.info/charts?station=sck&scope=today&overlay=none&focus=false&language=de "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") Seasonal water temperatures Attersee ------------------------------------ ### Refreshing or warm: we love Lake Attersee at any temperature. - **Spring (March-May):** Temperatures rise slowly from around 7 °C in March to up to 19 °C in May. - **Summer (June-August):** At the height of summer, Lake Attersee reaches pleasant bathing temperatures of up to **23 °C**, ideal for extended swimming sessions. - **Autumn (September-November):** Temperatures gradually drop from around 21 °C in September to below 10 °C in November. - **Winter (December-February):** In the winter months, the water temperature usually remains above freezing, with average values around 4 °C. ![](https://attersee-attergau.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/b/1/csm_2024_Attersee_2_Tom%C3%A1%C5%A1_Binter_52ae7c9cbf.jpg) Water temperature at the public bathing areas at Lake Attersee ============================================================== Refreshing or warm: we love Lake Attersee at any temperature. Here is the current water temperature: --- Bathing experience at Lake Attersee ----------------------------------- Thanks to its impressive depth of visibility and excellent water quality, Lake Attersee is a popular destination for swimmers, divers and water sports enthusiasts. The numerous lidos and natural bathing areas offer the right ambience for every taste. [ ![Ein Mädchen springt vom Steg in den Attersee.](https://attersee-attergau.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/d/1/csm_M%C3%A4dchen11_Badespass_OberoesterreichTourismusGmbHMatthiasKlugsberger_4917bb50cb.jpg "Foto Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Matthias Klugsberger: Ein Mädchen springt vom Steg in den Attersee.") Bathing experience at Lake Attersee ](https://attersee-attergau.salzkammergut.at/en/things-to-do/sports-and-health/bathing.html) © Open copyright © Foto Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Matthias Klugsberger: Ein Mädchen springt vom Steg in den Attersee. Close copyright Location and accessibility -------------------------- Lake Attersee is located in the Upper Austrian Salzkammergut region and is easily accessible both by car and by public transport. The surrounding villages such as Seewalchen, Unterach and Weyregg offer a wide range of accommodation and catering options. [ ![Ein Pärchen ist auf einem Holzsteg am Attersee und hat Spaß. Im Hintergrund sieht man einige Segelboote.](https://attersee-attergau.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/c/a/csm_2023_Baden_Mann_Frau_TVB_Attersee-Attergau_MathiasKlugsberger_3_b16148b6ab.jpg "Foto Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Matthias Klugsberger: Ein Pärchen ist auf einem Holzsteg am Attersee und hat Spaß. Im Hintergrund sieht man einige Segelboote.") Location and accessibility ](https://attersee-attergau.salzkammergut.at/en/region-/-places/service/getting-there-location.html) © Open copyright © Foto Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Matthias Klugsberger: Ein Pärchen ist auf einem Holzsteg am Attersee und hat Spaß. Im Hintergrund sieht man einige Segelboote. Close copyright Winter bathing at Lake Attersee ------------------------------- Diving into Lake Attersee - in the middle of winter: the perfect remedy for the winter blues. Ice bathing boosts the immune system and ensures the powerful release of adrenaline, endorphins and anti-inflammatory substances. [ ![Gruppenfoto beim Eisbaden im Attersee](https://attersee-attergau.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/0/e/csm_42-Pineapple-Studio-92-3_a4cf330383.jpg "Eisbadeevent im Attersee_Pineapple-Studio") Winter bathing at Lake Attersee ](https://attersee-attergau.salzkammergut.at/en/things-to-do/winter/eisbaden.html) © Open copyright © Eisbadeevent im Attersee_Pineapple-Studio Close copyright