Ten Lakes Trekking Tour

During this varied hiking tour, you'll traverse steep cliffs, gentle hills, and thriving vineyards. The landscape is dotted with picturesque hamlets, and in addition to the renowned wines, you can savour delectable apricot delicacies, which are among the region's outstanding specialities.

This trekking tour promises an incredible experience in Austria. Over eight delightful days, you'll encounter a wide range of highlights, explore charming locales, and immerse yourself in the unique way of life in the Salzkammergut region. Additionally, the hiking trails offer spectacular vistas.

You'll witness rugged peaks juxtaposed with lush, forest-covered hills, often concealing serene mountain lakes. Don't forget to pause and take in the breathtaking landscapes and pristine nature surrounding you. Our trekking route takes you from the western to the eastern part of the Austrian Salzkammergut, and along the way, you'll encounter ten more or less famous lakes, including Lake Wolfgangsee, Lake Mondsee, Lake Irrsee, and Lake Fuschlsee, all contributing to this incredible journey.

As you explore, make sure to stop at some of the region's most renowned highlights, such as the 'White Horse Inn' in St. Wolfgang, the Imperial summer residence in Bad Ischl, and the picturesque village of Hallstatt, often called the 'most beautiful place on a lake.' Additionally, a special excursion will introduce you to the charming Ausseerland, a hidden gem in the Salzkammergut where time seems to pass more slowly than anywhere else.

Details about the trekking holiday around the Ten Lakes of Salzkammergut

The Fuschlsee serves as the starting point of this tour and here there is the first opportunity for a refreshing swim. Enjoy the cultural and scenic attractions of the region such as the Wartenfels ruins, the Blinklingmoos nature reserve and the Koppenbrüller cave.

The highlights of this trekking holiday at a glance:

• Picturebook hiking: The Salzkammergut has it all - did you know that there is over 4,100km of marked hiking trails here? You are spoiled for choice, but everything is well-planned. The paths are lined with impressive mountain panoramas and fascinating nature.

• Beautiful peaks: Schafberg or Schober? You can go up high because the hiking routes to the peaks of the region are simply too beautiful.

• Glittering lakes: Mondsee, Attersee, Irrsee, Wolfgangsee, Hallstättersee etc. await.

• Discover the highlights: Take the ferry to the world-famous Hallstatt, which impresses with culture and tradition between mountain and lake. From the oldest salt mine to the extraordinary Bad Aussee. Bad Ischl or St. Wolfgang await you with an equally charming flair.

Worth knowing about the trekking tour in the Ten Lakes region

The stages should not be underestimated in terms of length, because in addition to two shorter tours of ten and 15 km, the others are 19 to 22km. Depending on the length, you should plan 4 to 6 hours of hiking time each day. On two days, your legs are allowed to rest briefly on a ferry ride.

Route summary

You mainly walk along lakes and across alpine pastures. Several low summits offer scenic views and therefore you should be surefooted. A good fitness level for ascents and longer walking stages of up to 6 hours are required.

This tour has been graded as Challenging. Find out more about our walking holiday difficulty levels.