--- title: "Off into the water! Ice bathing at Lake Attersee in winter" url: "https://attersee-attergau.salzkammergut.at/en/things-to-do/winter/eisbaden.html" description: Ice bathing boosts the immune system and causes a powerful release of adrenaline, endorphins and anti-inflammatory substances. You can find everything you need to know about ice bathing, important tips and necessary preparations here. image: "https://attersee-attergau.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/user_upload/attersee-attergau/aktivitaeten/winter/eisbaden/Eisbadeevent_Attersee_17_Angelika_Neuhofer.jpg" date: 2024-10-29 modified: 2026-01-13 --- # Off into the water! Ice bathing at Lake Attersee in winter Into the water! Winter swimming on 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. Everything you need to know about ice bathing, important tips and the necessary preparations can be found here. [ Table of contents ](#ttgNCECollapse345590) ---------------------------------------------- What is ice bathing =================== Ice bathing: Bathing at temperatures from **0 °C to 4 °C**. (There does not have to be real ice for this) Cold water bathing: from a temperature of **5 °C to max. 15 °C**. Ice bathing should be enjoyed with caution ------------------------------------------ In addition to the beneficial effects, ice bathing also harbours high health risks and, in the worst case, can lead to death from hypothermia or drowning. People with cardiovascular diseases in particular should seek advice from a doctor beforehand. ![Gruppenfoto beim Eisbaden im Attersee](https://attersee-attergau.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/8/d/csm_Eisbadeevent_Attersee_8_Angelika_Neuhofer_2cfa022e1c.jpg "Eisbadeevent_Attersee_Angelika_Neuhofer") © Open copyright © Eisbadeevent_Attersee_Angelika_Neuhofer Close copyright What are the benefits of ice bathing? ===================================== - Supports regeneration (for athletes) - Strengthening the immune system (with regular ice bathing) - Release of adrenaline, endorphins + anti-inflammatory substances - Improved blood circulation (alternating cold and warm stimuli stimulate blood circulation) - Positive effects on the psyche and well-being - Fat burning is boosted as the brown fat cells are activated. [ ![Winteraufnahme Unterach ](https://attersee-attergau.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/5/2/csm_Eisbaden_Hana_Moravcikova16_d5157c276c.jpg "Eisbaden_Hana_Moravcikova") Water temperature 5 degrees Status: 13.01.2026 ](https://www.atterwind.info/charts?station=buoyattersee&scope=today&overlay=none&focus=false&language=de) © Open copyright © Eisbaden_Hana_Moravcikova Close copyright How long should ice bathing last? ================================= Start with short sequences, e.g. 30 seconds and no more than twice a week, otherwise it is too strenuous for the body. As a guideline: stay in the lake for as long as it is cold. This means: degrees/2 = minutes for ice bathing. Do not submerge, as a lot of heat is lost through the head. It is best to cross your hands over your chest and keep them above the water. After the ice bath ================== Continue to breathe calmly and evenly, put on warm, loose clothing (to make it easier to get in) and don't forget your hat and gloves. [ ![Bootshaus am Attersee im Winter mit Frost, Schnee und Eiszapfen ](https://attersee-attergau.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/a/2/csm_2S-Winter-am-Attersee-TVB-Attersee-Attergau-Kathrin-Holzmann__1__39bd419fb4.jpg "Foto: TVB Attersee-Attergau, Kathrin Holzmann / Bootshaus und Steg mit Eiszapfen ") Public bathing areas around Lake Attersee ](https://attersee-attergau.salzkammergut.at/en/things-to-do/sports-and-health/bathing/public-bathing-areas-1.html) © Open copyright © Foto: TVB Attersee-Attergau, Kathrin Holzmann / Bootshaus und Steg mit Eiszapfen Close copyright **Clubs and coaches** ===================== - [Eisbaden OÖ](https://www.eisbadenoe.at/ "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster"): @eisbaden\_oe - [Christian Schuetz:](https://www.instagram.com/mindfullr "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") Wim Hof Instructor - [Hana Moravcikova](http://www.hanamoravcikova.cz "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster"): Wim Hof Instructor - [Daniel Meissl](http://www.secunatura.at "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster"): Wim Hof Instructor - [Flo Mausser & Martina Sowinz](http://www.flomausser.com "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster"): Wim Hof Instructor - [Christian Hofer and Christian Dorn](https://www.instagram.com/arctic_flow.at "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster"): Certified breathing trainer and cold training - [Fit im Fluss](https://www.fitimfluss.at/eisbaden "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") - Marieluise Steinmaurer: Certified ice bath trainer & thermalist (Soeberg Institute) - [Fit im Fluss](https://www.fitimfluss.at/eisbaden "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") - Philipp Pramhaas: Certified breathing and mindfulness trainer © Open copyright © Eisbadeevent im Attersee_Pineapple-Studio Close copyright ![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") [ ![Highfive von zwei Frauen im kalten Attersee beim Eisbaden](https://attersee-attergau.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/8/f/csm_Eisbadeevent_Attersee_14_Angelika_Neuhofer_b8b22b5b40.jpg "Eisbadeevent_Attersee_Angelika_Neuhofer") Tips from a professional Interview with Wim Hof instructor Christian Schütz ](https://www.eisbadenoe.at/post/eisbade-fakten-2min-interview-mit-wim-hof-instruktor-christian-sch%C3%BCtz) © Open copyright © Eisbadeevent_Attersee_Angelika_Neuhofer Close copyright **Daniel Meissl - Wim Hof Instructor** ====================================== "As a Wim Hof Instructor, I will accompany you into new spheres that we rarely reach in everyday life. Be curious and open to new things, listen deeply to your body, mind and soul - a pure transformation of your body and your willpower. *For me, the overarching goal of the retreat is:* **Connect** with **yourself**, **Connect** with **others**, **Connect** with **nature**! ***Happy, healthy and strong!"*** © Open copyright © Eisbadeevent am Attersee_Pineapple-Studio Close copyright ![Gruppenfoto beim Eisbaden im Attersee](https://attersee-attergau.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/8/1/csm_40-Pineapple-Studio-89_04a7ac66bc.jpg "Eisbadeevent am Attersee_Pineapple-Studio") © Open copyright © Eisbadeevent am Attersee_Pineapple-Studio Close copyright ![Workshop Eisbaden am Attersee](https://attersee-attergau.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/d/4/csm_6-Pineapple-Studio-29-2_cf4d3432b1.jpg "Eisbadeevent am Attersee_Pineapple-Studio") What characterises the Wim Hof Method and my work in particular: - Everyone knows the euphoria of retreats and workshops => Only if you can integrate something into your everyday life afterwards (despite having a lot on your mind), does it actually create MORE VALUE! - There are handouts with the most important information afterwards. - Guided breathing session (recording incl. background music) to keep you going. - Cold shower plan to familiarise yourself with the cold water and the healing powers of the cold. - A list of recommended books. [continue reading ](javascript:void())- Atmospheric group dynamics that make you want more and where there are no stupid questions, just room to GROW. - Experiences and stories from my breathing and ice bathing experiences. You don't have to experience every mistake first-hand - Connection with nature, as my second mainstay is sustainability (with a focus on the circular economy), >> being in harmony - with yourself, your fellow human beings and nature << is particularly important to me. - And above all, one thing is very important: **FUN** and **JOY** in ATEM TECHNIQUES, MINDSET TRAINING and ICE BATHING ***Did you know,....*** ----------------------- that breathing is one of the few basic functions of the autonomic nervous system that we can CONSCIOUSLY influence and control. While many other functions such as heartbeat, digestion and blood pressure run automatically and without conscious control, we can change our breathing at will. This enables us to activate forces that lie deep within us. We will examine questions such as these and many more together and also gain an insight into the theory and individual studies of the Wim Hof Method. Ultimately, we want to know what is behind the "ice bathing" hype and why more and more people are focussing on cold exposure and targeted breathing techniques. **Marieluise Steinmaurer: certified ice bath trainer & thermalist (Soeberg Institute)** ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "Here in Attersee-Attergau, where the water is crystal clear and nature meets us in its purity, I want to encourage people to become part of this natural world again. We have distanced ourselves from it more and more in recent decades – but it is never too late to return. As an ice bath trainer (thermalist – Soeberg Institute), my vision is to inspire courage: the courage not to shy away from the cold of the winter months, but to embrace it with openness. Because winter bathing is a gift. Those who practise it regularly not only strengthen their bodies, but also find new mental strength, clarity and a reconnection with nature. The Attersee, with its impressive purity, is one of the most beautiful places to begin this journey. Claim: ‘In tune with nature. In flow with the cold.’ © Open copyright © Eisbaden-Fit_im_Fluss Close copyright ![](https://attersee-attergau.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/6/d/csm_Eisbaden-Fit_im_Fluss1_1acc5204db.jpg "Eisbaden-Fit_im_Fluss") https://youtu.be/PoMrWHUhdww © Open copyright © Eisbaden_Hana_Moravcikova Close copyright ![Frau steht im See im Winter](https://attersee-attergau.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/5/a/csm_Eisbaden_Hana_Moravcikova4_dca8bb239d.jpg "Eisbaden_Hana_Moravcikova") © Open copyright © Eisbaden_Hana_Moravcikova Close copyright ![Frau schwimmt im See im Winter](https://attersee-attergau.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/_processed_/4/f/csm_Eisbaden_Hana_Moravcikova14_1323d9f8ed.jpg "Eisbaden_Hana_Moravcikova") Thank you very much! -------------------- Hana Moravcikova is a Czech journalist and Wim Hof instructor. She tested ice swimming on Lake Attersee for us. Many thanks for the great photos. [www.hanamoravcikova.cz](https://www.hanamoravcikova.cz/)