Achensee
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Lake Achensee, the largest lake in Tirol, is beautifully nestled between the Karwendel and Rofan mountain ranges. Its crystal-clear waters and accessible shores make it a paradise for water sports enthusiasts. 

With its deep blue waters and majestic mountain backdrop, the lake often resembles a Norwegian fjord. The villages of Achenkirch, Maurach, and Pertisau line its shores. With its favourable wind conditions, Lake Achensee attracts those interested in sailing, kiteboarding, and windsurfing, while the Achenseeschifffahrt offers tranquil boat cruises to take in the breathtaking scenery. The excellent water quality and visibility of up to 10 metres underwater make this glacial lake a natural attraction and a popular swimming spot.
Achensee

Contact

Name:Achensee Tourismus
Street / House number:Achenseestraße 63
Postcode:6212
Town:Maurach am Achensee
Phone:+43 5 95300-0
E-Mail:info@achensee.com
Website:www.achensee.com

Information

Current Water Temperature:18 °C
Average Water Temperature:17 °C
Last Measurement:2026-09-16T05:24:00
Area:6.8 km²
Sea level:930 m
Water depth:133 m
Price information:There are several bathing beaches and leisure facilities around Lake Achensee for swimming and relaxing. Many of the natural bathing areas along the lakeshore are free to use. Facilities such as the SEE-Bad at the Atoll Achensee leisure centre and the Schwarzenau beach require an entrance fee.

Getting there

Getting there:Coming from the Inntal motorway (A12, toll sticker required), take the Wiesing/Achensee exit and follow the Achensee federal road (B181), which leads directly to the villages on Lake Achensee such as Achenkirch, Maurach and Pertisau. Coming from Munich, a scenic option is to take the A8 motorway, exit Holzkirchen, and continue via Tegernsee and the Achenpass. 
Public transport:First, take the train to Jenbach station, which is connected to the international rail network. From there, buses (lines 8332 and 4080) run regularly to the villages of Achenkirch, Maurach and Pertisau. Bus times are well coordinated with train timetables. More details on how to get here.
Parking:There are several paid car parks and car charging stations around Lake Achensee, which are located directly or in the immediate vicinity of the lake. 

Features Equipment

Boat rental:Yes
Restaurant:Yes

Water Features

Children's Slide:Yes
Diving Tower:Yes

Activity Features

Playground:Yes
Beach Volleyball:Yes
Table Tennis:Yes

Other Features

Dogs Allowed:Yes

Accessible

Suitable for wheelchairs:Wheelchair accessible
Public toilet available:There are several barrier-free WCs around Lake Achensee: in the Atoll Achensee leisure centre, at the Seespitz beach, at the Buchau beach bar, at the Pertisau shipping pier, on the lakefront promenade in Pertisau and on the lakeside path between Maurach and Achenkirch. 

Best season

Jun:Yes
Jul:Yes
Aug:Yes
Sep:Yes

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  • Place: Pertisau am Achensee
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  • Place: Pertisau am Achensee
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  • Place: Pertisau am Achensee
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Seehof WEST

  • Place: Achenkirch am Achensee
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Seespitz 3

  • Place: Maurach am Achensee
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Hinterwinkl

  • Place: Achenkirch am Achensee
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SEE-Bad - Atoll Achensee

  • Place: Maurach am Achensee
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  • Place: Maurach am Achensee
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  • Place: Maurach am Achensee
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  • Place: Pertisau am Achensee
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  • Place: Maurach am Achensee
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  • Place: Achenkirch am Achensee
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  • Place: Achenkirch am Achensee
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  • Place: Maurach am Achensee
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