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Swimming at the Wilder Kaiser

Refreshing ways to cool off in Ellmau, Going, Scheffau and Söll

The outdoor swimming pools in the four imperial resorts of Ellmau, Going, Scheffau and Söll offer, after a hike or on a hot summer’s day. Natural lakes, outdoor pools, an indoor swimming pool, slides and many other facilities await water lovers in the Wilder Kaiser region. Whether young or old, swimming enthusiasts or water lovers: the swimming spots always impress with a stunning view of the surrounding mountains and help you keep a cool head.

On this page, you’ll find the best spots for a refreshing dip with views of the Kaiser Mountains in Tyrol.

Ein klarer, türkisblauer See umgeben von grünen Wäldern und majestätischen Bergen unter klarem, blauem Himmel. Ein idyllisches Landschaftspanorama.
Lake Hinterstein
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Klarer Bergsee an einem sonnigen Tag, umgeben von grüner Landschaft und hohen Bergen im Hintergrund. Ein Floß schwimmt im Wasser, Blumen im Vordergrund.
Ahornsee, Söll
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Outdoor pool with people swimming, surrounded by greenery and mountains in the background under a clear blue sky at the Wilder Kaiser region.
Kaiserbad in Ellmau
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Grüne Wiesen vor einem klaren See, umgeben von Bäumen und Bergen im Hintergrund. Der Himmel ist blau und sonnig, was eine friedliche Landschaftsaufnahme ergibt.
Going Swimming Lake
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The swimming highlights

  • Year-round wellness and swimming fun at the Kaiserbad in Ellmau, featuring an indoor swimming area, swimming pools and a natural lake
  • Outdoor swimming pool on the eastern shore of the natural gem Hintersteiner See in Scheffau
  • A family-friendly swimming lake in Going with panoramic views of the Kaiser Mountains
  • Ahornsee in Söll with a lovely sunbathing area and children’s play area

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Alternative ways to cool down

whilst hiking, relaxing or exploring

Are you looking for ways to cool off away from swimming pools and lakes? No problem: in the Wilden Kaiser region, you can enjoy the shade of the trees in the forest, ice-cold water in the streams and cool mountain air in summer. With the following tips, you can enjoy active ways to cool off whilst hiking, in the Mountain Adventure Worlds or through action sports.

Zwei Menschen sitzen lachend in einem flachen Gebirgsbach, umgeben von Felsen und Bäumen. Sie genießen die Natur an einem sonnigen Tag im Wald.

Gorges & Ravines

Zwei Erwachsene in Hexenkostümen erzählen Kindern am Lagerfeuer im Wald Geschichten. Die Szenerie wirkt verspielt und magisch in einer natürlichen Umgebung.

Hexenwasser Söll

Zwei Personen seilen sich an einem Wasserfall in einer felsigen, bewaldeten Schlucht ab. Die Szene ist dynamisch und von dichtem Grün umgeben.

Canyoning & Rafting

Swimming in the Wilder Kaiser region – lakes for swimming, outdoor pools & ways to cool off in Tyrol

In the four Imperial towns of Ellmau, Going, Scheffau and Söll, there are natural lakes, outdoor pools, an indoor swimming pool, slides and many other facilities – for young and old, swimming enthusiasts and water lovers alike.

The KaiserBad Ellmau offers not only an outdoor area but also a well-equipped indoor area with wellness facilities, slides and a climbing hall – attracting visitors whatever the weather.

Swimming in the Wilder Kaiser region combines nature, relaxation and leisure activities in an alpine setting. The various swimming spots offer guests a variety of ways to enjoy warm days in the region.

Away from the swimming pools and lakes, the Wilde Kaiser offers shade in the woods, ice-cold water in the streams and cool mountain air in summer – for example, on a hiking, in theMountain Adventure Worlds or when taking part in action sports.

The network of free hiking buses – including the KaiserJet – links town centres, mountain railways and lakes with one another and takes visitors directly to the bathing spots.