Lakes in the Wilder Kaiser region
Crystal-clear water and a fantastic mountain panorama
The Wilder Kaiser is a true summer bathing oasis, with lakes fed by natural mountain springs – like Hintersteinersee Lake in Scheffau, renowned as Tyrol’s most beautiful and cleanest mountain lake. But it’s not just the valley lakes that are worth a visit: hikes through the BergWelt Wilder Kaiser – Brixental lead to idyllic mountain lakes that invite you to pause, relax, and soak in the Alpine serenity.
Overview of the mountain lakes
It’s not just the Mounatin Adventure Worlds that offer unforgettable hiking experiences for all ages – the mountain lakes of the BergWelt Wilder Kaiser – Brixental are just as inspiring. Whether you’re hiking to one as a dedicated destination or simply stopping to recharge, the views of the surrounding mountain panorama are always breathtaking.
Please note that access to and swimming in the mountain lakes is not permitted.
- Ellmau: Hartkaisersee, Tanzbodensee & Rübezahlsee
- Scheffau: Jochstub'n See
- Hopfgarten: Kleine Salve mountain lake & Hohe Salve mountain lake
- Westendorf: Kreuzjöchlsee
- Going: Astbergsee
- Söll: Lechensee & Innerkeatsee
- Bressanone/Brixen: Filzalmsee, Kälbersalvensee & Brandlalmsee

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Bathing lakes at the Wilder Kaiser
The outdoor pools in Ellmau, Going and Söll not only offer swimming fun in the pool, but also in beautifully landscaped natural lakes. If you need to cool off after a hike in Scheffau am Wilden Kaiser, you can enjoy the crystal-clear water at the Hintersteiner See.













