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Swimming in the Wilder Kaiser Region

Refreshing cooling off in Ellmau, Going, Scheffau and Söll

The outdoor pools in the four Kaiser villages of Ellmau, Going, Scheffau and Söll offer long-awaited cooling off after a hike or on a hot summer's day. Natural lakes, outdoor pools, indoor pools, slides and many other facilities await water lovers in the Wilder Kaiser region. Whether you're big or small, a bathing mermaid or water rat: the swimming options always impress with a fantastic view of the surrounding mountains and allow you to keep a cool head.

On this page you will find the best locations for a refreshing dip with a view of the Kaiser Mountains in Tyrol.

Ein klarer, türkisblauer See umgeben von grünen Wäldern und majestätischen Bergen unter klarem, blauem Himmel. Ein idyllisches Landschaftspanorama.
Hintersteinersee Lake
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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 Lake 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 bathing lake
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The swimming highlights

  • Year-round wellness and bathing fun in the Kaiserbad Ellmau with indoor pool, swimming pool and natural lake
  • Outdoor pool on the eastern shore of the natural gem Hintersteinersee lake in Scheffau
  • Family-friendly swimming lake in Going with panoramic views of the Kaiser Mountains
  • Ahornsee lake in Söll with beautiful sunbathing area and children's area

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Illustration of the Wilder Kaiser mountains with a lake, trees, and a yellow bus at a stop under a blue sky.

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Alternative cooling

when hiking, relaxing or discovering

Are you looking for ways to cool off away from the swimming pools and lakes? No problem: at the Wilder Kaiser in summer you can enjoy the shade of the trees in the forest, ice-cold water in the streams and cool air on the mountain. With the following tips, you can actively cool off while hiking, in the Mountain Adventure Worlds or doing 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, outdoor pools & a refreshing dip in Tyrol

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

As well as an outdoor area, the KaiserBad Ellmau also boasts 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 visitors 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 – whether you’re out hiking, exploring the mountain adventure parks or enjoying action sports.

The network of free shuttle buses – including the KaiserJet – connects town centres, mountain railways and lakes, taking visitors directly to the bathing spots.