{"id":6244,"date":"2026-04-23T12:51:05","date_gmt":"2026-04-23T12:51:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/weissensee-2026-summer-holiday-in-carinthia-without-the-crowds\/"},"modified":"2026-05-05T12:00:15","modified_gmt":"2026-05-05T12:00:15","slug":"weissensee-summer-holiday-in-carinthia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/weissensee-summer-holiday-in-carinthia\/","title":{"rendered":"Weissensee (2026): Summer holiday in Carinthia without the crowds"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Lake Weissensee is a quieter and more natural alternative to the better-known Carinthian lakes. It lies at an altitude of around 930 meters, so even in the hot summer, it tends to be more pleasant here than at lower-lying lakes. Despite the altitude, the water warms up beautifully during the season, and swimming is truly one of the main reasons why tourists head here for their holidays.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a style=\"display: inline-block; background-color: #2e7d32; color: #ffffff; padding: 10px 18px; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 4px; font-weight: bold; margin-top: 8px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.en.html?city=900039221&amp;aid=347511&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ACCOMMODATION AT LAKE WEISSENSEE<\/a><\/p>\n<p>In the summer months, the water reaches roughly 24\u201326\u00b0C, which is why Weissensee is often referred to as the highest swimming lake in the Alps. The shores are largely undeveloped, which helps the place maintain a very clean, almost Caribbean look. The color of the lake is determined by the light-colored seabed, and the water is exceptionally clear.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_6067\" style=\"width: 1562px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.en.html?city=900039221&amp;aid=347511&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6067\" class=\"size-full wp-image-6067\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ChatGPT-Image-23.-4.-2026-13_18_13.jpeg\" alt=\"{%ALT_TEXT%}\" width=\"1552\" height=\"941\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ChatGPT-Image-23.-4.-2026-13_18_13.jpeg 1552w, https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ChatGPT-Image-23.-4.-2026-13_18_13-768x465.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1552px) 100vw, 1552px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-6067\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lake Weissensee Carinthia \/ Austrian Lakes<\/p><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/weissensee-summer-holiday-in-carinthia\/#Lake_Weissensee\" >Lake Weissensee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/weissensee-summer-holiday-in-carinthia\/#Accommodation_at_Weissensee\" >Accommodation at Weissensee<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/weissensee-summer-holiday-in-carinthia\/#1_Techendorf\" >1. Techendorf<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/weissensee-summer-holiday-in-carinthia\/#2_Naggl\" >2. Naggl<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/weissensee-summer-holiday-in-carinthia\/#3_Neusach\" >3. Neusach<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/weissensee-summer-holiday-in-carinthia\/#4_Gatschach\" >4. Gatschach<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/weissensee-summer-holiday-in-carinthia\/#Summer_holiday_at_Weissensee\" >Summer holiday at Weissensee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/weissensee-summer-holiday-in-carinthia\/#Things_to_do_at_Weissensee\" >Things to do at Weissensee<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/weissensee-summer-holiday-in-carinthia\/#1_Swimming_in_the_lake\" >1. Swimming in the lake<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/weissensee-summer-holiday-in-carinthia\/#2_Boat_trip_on_the_lake\" >2. Boat trip on the lake<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/weissensee-summer-holiday-in-carinthia\/#3_Hiking\" >3. Hiking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/weissensee-summer-holiday-in-carinthia\/#4_Summer_cable_car_trip\" >4. Summer cable car trip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/weissensee-summer-holiday-in-carinthia\/#5_Paddleboarding_kayaking_and_other_water_sports\" >5. Paddleboarding, kayaking, and other water sports<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/weissensee-summer-holiday-in-carinthia\/#6_Cycling_around_Carinthia\" >6. Cycling around Carinthia<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/weissensee-summer-holiday-in-carinthia\/#Holiday_at_Weissensee_with_children\" >Holiday at Weissensee with children<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/weissensee-summer-holiday-in-carinthia\/#Holiday_at_Weissensee_with_a_dog\" >Holiday at Weissensee with a dog<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/weissensee-summer-holiday-in-carinthia\/#Dog_beaches_at_Weissensee\" >Dog beaches at Weissensee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/weissensee-summer-holiday-in-carinthia\/#Tips_for_dog-friendly_accommodation_at_Weissensee\" >Tips for dog-friendly accommodation at Weissensee<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/weissensee-summer-holiday-in-carinthia\/#Is_there_a_Weissensee_Summer_Card\" >Is there a Weissensee Summer Card?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/weissensee-summer-holiday-in-carinthia\/#1_Guest_Card_Holiday_bonus\" >1. Guest Card \/ Holiday bonus<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/weissensee-summer-holiday-in-carinthia\/#2_Weissensee_PremiumCARD\" >2. Weissensee PremiumCARD<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lake_Weissensee\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.en.html?city=900039221&amp;aid=347511&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lake Weissensee<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.en.html?city=900039221&amp;aid=347511&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Find accommodation at Weissensee using the map: <\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" id=\"stay22-widget\" src=\"https:\/\/stay22.com\/embed\/69e8f5a1b3770cca57c80334\" width=\"100%\" height=\"428\" frameborder=\"0\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">There is no classic bypass road around Lake Weissensee, and regular motor traffic is strictly limited, which contributes to the peace and quiet you will experience here. The lake is mainly served by scheduled boats. So, if you are looking for a destination for a peaceful summer by an Austrian lake, Weissensee will be the right place for those of you who want swimming in a pleasantly warm lake, trips, and sports in nature, and do not expect urban promenades.<\/p>\n<p>For many years, we couldn&#8217;t quite warm up to the Carinthian lakes until we discovered Lake Weissensee and fell in love with this place, which still maintains an almost pristine atmosphere in parts. Get inspired and head to Carinthia for a holiday with us this year.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Accommodation_at_Weissensee\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.en.html?city=900039221&amp;aid=347511&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Accommodation at Weissensee<\/strong><\/a><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Where to find <span style=\"color: #008000;\"><a style=\"color: #008000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.en.html?city=900039221&amp;aid=347511&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">accommodation at Weissensee<\/a><\/span> and which places are the best for your summer holiday? We have summarized four main locations by the lake for you, and we&#8217;ll leave it up to you which one appeals to you more. Generally, at this lake, it really pays to look for accommodation based on the activities you plan. Some will appreciate a beach right at the guesthouse, others the proximity to boat transport, and others the closeness to mountain hiking trails.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1cdz0iw\" data-start=\"3568\" data-end=\"3582\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Techendorf\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/at\/der-weissenseerhof.en.html?aid=347511&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1. Techendorf<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3583\" data-end=\"3794\">For us, Techendorf is the most practical base for most visitors. You&#8217;ll find services, restaurants, rentals, a pier, and good access to other activities here. If you&#8217;re going to Weissensee for the first time, Techendorf is usually a safe bet.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3583\" data-end=\"3794\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/at\/der-weissenseerhof.en.html?aid=347511&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong data-start=\"516\" data-end=\"548\">Strandhotel am Weissensee<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"3583\" data-end=\"3794\">Right on the lakeshore with its own private beach<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3583\" data-end=\"3794\">You&#8217;ll also appreciate the good breakfast buffet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><em style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #008000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/at\/der-weissenseerhof.en.html?aid=347511&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&gt; CHECK AVAILABILITY AND BOOK YOUR STAY <\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"6zy7gl\" data-start=\"3796\" data-end=\"3805\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/at\/der-weissenseerhof.en.html?aid=347511&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-6076\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ChatGPT-Image-23.-4.-2026-14_33_52.jpeg\" alt=\"Accommodation at Weissensee\" width=\"1448\" height=\"875\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ChatGPT-Image-23.-4.-2026-14_33_52.jpeg 1448w, https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ChatGPT-Image-23.-4.-2026-14_33_52-768x464.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1448px) 100vw, 1448px\" \/><\/a><\/h3>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"6zy7gl\" data-start=\"3796\" data-end=\"3805\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Naggl\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.en.html?city=900039221&amp;aid=347511&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">2. Naggl<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3806\" data-end=\"3953\">Naggl is a good choice for those who want to combine swimming with hiking and trips. It&#8217;s a great starting point for hiking trails and is also suitable for combining trips with a boat cruise.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"nyq4f5\" data-start=\"3955\" data-end=\"3966\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Neusach\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/at\/der-ronacherfels.en.html?aid=347511&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">3. Neusach<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3967\" data-end=\"4140\">Neusach represents a quieter part of the lake. We like to say that this place suits people looking for a more relaxing lakeside holiday. If you want to enjoy more silence, views of nature and the lake, and need a slower pace for this year&#8217;s summer holiday, this could be a very good choice.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3967\" data-end=\"4140\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/at\/der-ronacherfels.en.html?aid=347511&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"caret-color: #000000;\"><b>Der Ronacherfels<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"3967\" data-end=\"4140\">Highly rated hotel by a private part of the lake<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3967\" data-end=\"4140\">Excellent traditional breakfast<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><a style=\"color: #008000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/at\/der-ronacherfels.en.html?aid=347511&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em><strong>&gt; CHECK AVAILABILITY AND BOOK YOUR STAY <\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"17qsokm\" data-start=\"4142\" data-end=\"4155\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/at\/der-ronacherfels.en.html?aid=347511&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-6077\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ChatGPT-Image-23.-4.-2026-14_44_46.jpeg\" alt=\"Accommodation at Weissensee\" width=\"1448\" height=\"1086\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ChatGPT-Image-23.-4.-2026-14_44_46.jpeg 1448w, https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ChatGPT-Image-23.-4.-2026-14_44_46-768x576.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1448px) 100vw, 1448px\" \/><\/a><\/h3>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"17qsokm\" data-start=\"4142\" data-end=\"4155\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Gatschach\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.en.html?city=900039221&amp;aid=347511&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">4. Gatschach<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4156\" data-end=\"4243\">We chose Gatschach as the fourth location for you. This more intimate part of Weissensee has a nice atmosphere and is a good starting point for peaceful walks and staying by the water.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summer_holiday_at_Weissensee\"><\/span>Summer holiday at Weissensee<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you imagine an ideal summer day <span style=\"color: #008000;\"><a style=\"color: #008000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.en.html?city=900039221&amp;aid=347511&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">at an Austrian lake, Weissensee comes very close to it<\/a><\/span>. In the morning, you can go for a short walk or a boat trip, go for a swim around noon, rent a paddleboard or a bike in the afternoon, and have dinner in the evening with a view of the lake and the surrounding hills.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike some other lakes in Carinthia, you won&#8217;t experience a hectic holiday here. Even in high season, <span style=\"color: #008000;\"><a style=\"color: #008000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.en.html?city=900039221&amp;aid=347511&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Weissensee has a much calmer atmosphere<\/a><\/span>, which we at Austrian Lakes really appreciate. And it will also be appreciated mainly by couples, families with children, and everyone who wants to take a break from overcrowded resorts.<\/p>\n<p>The location between the mountains is also an advantage. Thanks to this, you can easily combine swimming with an active program even during hot days. When you get tired of lying by the water, just drive (or walk) a short distance and you&#8217;re on a mountain hiking trail, at a cable car, or at a viewpoint.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>You might also be interested in: <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #008000;\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/worthersee\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">W\u00f6rthersee Carinthia: 11 tips for trips and accommodation <\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><a style=\"color: #008000;\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/holiday-at-pressegger-see-in-carinthia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Holiday at Pressegger See in Carinthia<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #008000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dovolenkarka.cz\/slovinska-jezera\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Slovenian lakes: 3 tips for your holiday right by the lake<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_to_do_at_Weissensee\"><\/span>Things to do at Weissensee<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Swimming_in_the_lake\"><\/span>1. Swimming in the lake<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Swimming is one of the main reasons people come here in the summer. As we wrote in the introduction, the water is beautifully clear and pleasantly warm in season. The beaches at Weissensee have a more intimate and natural character. Instead of large resort areas, you&#8217;ll often find grassy areas, small piers, and private access to the water.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Our tip: <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>When choosing accommodation, it pays to check if the hotel or guesthouse has its own beach or at least private access to the lake. At Weissensee, this is a big plus that can make your holiday significantly more enjoyable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"attachment_6073\" style=\"width: 677px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6073\" class=\"wp-image-6073 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Weissensee-Tourismus-2017-08-31_0762-web-1200x630.jpeg\" alt=\"Weissensee Carinthia\" width=\"667\" height=\"350\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-6073\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Weissensee Carinthia \/ (c) Martin Steinthaler<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Boat_trip_on_the_lake\"><\/span>2. Boat trip on the lake<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Boat transport on Weissensee doesn&#8217;t just serve as a tourist attraction. It can also be used very practically, for example, when planning trips. You can walk in one direction and return by boat, or just enjoy the lake from a different perspective. For us, these combined trips are one of the nicest experiences at Austrian lakes.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Our tip: <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>You can also go on similar trips, where you walk one part of the trail and return by boat, at these lakes: <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #008000;\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/achensee-2026-a-guide-to-tyrols-largest-lake\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Achensee: A guide to the largest Tyrolean lake<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #008000;\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/circular-trail-around-grundlsee\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The trail around Grundlsee and a trip to 3 lakes <\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #008000;\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/strobl-trail-around-burglestein\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Strobl: Along the B\u00fcrglstein trail and back by boat from St. Wolfgang<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Hiking\"><\/span>3. Hiking<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The surroundings of Weissensee are great for both shorter and longer hikes. You&#8217;ll find easy walks along the water as well as routes to higher elevations with views. The advantage is that trips can be well combined with the boat or cable car, so you don&#8217;t have to plan only demanding circuits every day.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Summer_cable_car_trip\"><\/span>4. Summer cable car trip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you want to head into the mountains but don&#8217;t want to get unnecessarily tired, the cable car is a great choice. It saves energy, provides access to beautiful views, and is also suitable for families with children or visitors who prefer more relaxed hiking.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"294\">The Sommerbergbahn, often also referred to as the Naggler Alm Bahn, operates at Weissensee. It is a 4-seater chairlift that starts from Techendorf at Weissensee and leads to the top station on the Naggler Alm. You&#8217;ll cover the elevation from 956 m to 1,324 m above sea level in about 12 minutes.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_6070\" style=\"width: 677px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6070\" class=\"wp-image-6070 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Naggltrail-Weissensee-web-scaled-e1776945841613-1200x630.jpeg\" alt=\"Naggltrail Weissensee \" width=\"667\" height=\"350\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-6070\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Naggltrail Weissensee \/ (c) Heiko Mandl<\/p><\/div>\n<p data-start=\"296\" data-end=\"445\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">In summer, it mainly serves as a convenient starting point for hikes and MTB trails, so it&#8217;s handy when you want to be up quickly without a long climb from the lake.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Paddleboarding_kayaking_and_other_water_sports\"><\/span>5. Paddleboarding, kayaking, and other water sports<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Weissensee is perfect for water activities. You can bring or rent a paddleboard, kayak, or boat and enjoy the lake in a different way than just from the beach. Thanks to the calmer atmosphere, being on the water feels very pleasant.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6069 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ChatGPT-Image-23.-4.-2026-13_49_23-1200x630.jpeg\" alt=\"Lake Weissensee Carinthia\" width=\"667\" height=\"350\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Cycling_around_Carinthia\"><\/span>6. Cycling around Carinthia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Cyclists will also find plenty to enjoy here. In the vicinity of the lake, you&#8217;ll find options for easy trips as well as more demanding routes. If you like combining a holiday by the water with cycling, Weissensee is a good choice. More demanding riders can head to the cycle paths around the Carinthian lakes.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_6072\" style=\"width: 677px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6072\" class=\"wp-image-6072 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/NLW_Gravel_2024_%C2%A9Peter_Maier-5063-Bearbeitet.jpg-web-1200x630.jpeg\" alt=\"Weissensee Carinthia\" width=\"667\" height=\"350\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-6072\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Weissensee Carinthia \/ (c) Peter Maier<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"attachment_6071\" style=\"width: 677px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6071\" class=\"wp-image-6071 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/NLW_Gravel_2024_%C2%A9Peter_Maier-237.jpg-web-1200x630.jpeg\" alt=\"Weissensee Carinthia\" width=\"667\" height=\"350\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-6071\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Weissensee Carinthia \/ (c) Peter Maier<\/p><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Holiday_at_Weissensee_with_children\"><\/span>Holiday at Weissensee with children<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"6686\" data-end=\"6912\">Families with children usually find Weissensee to be a very good fit. The reason is simple. The program here can be easily varied, and there&#8217;s no need to complicatedly plan something every day. Children will especially enjoy swimming in the pleasantly warm water, the boat, and shorter trips into nature. You&#8217;ll also find playgrounds here, and nature around the water usually keeps children entertained too.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6914\" data-end=\"7160\">A big advantage is also that the atmosphere here isn&#8217;t so hectic. Parents often appreciate that the holiday feels calmer without constant begging for daily entries to amusement parks. If you&#8217;re looking for a place where you can combine a relaxed family holiday with a beautiful environment, you&#8217;ll certainly enjoy Weissensee.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"6914\" data-end=\"7160\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Holiday_at_Weissensee_with_a_dog\"><\/span>Holiday at Weissensee with a dog<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"7185\" data-end=\"7450\">Weissensee is also a pleasant choice for a holiday with a dog. There are designated swimming areas for dogs at the lake, and some accommodations offer their own facilities for guests with four-legged partners. If you travel with a dog regularly, then you can add Weissensee to your summer itinerary of Austrian lakes.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><em><strong>As elsewhere in Austria, it pays to check the specific rules at the accommodation and at individual beaches in advance. Vaccinations, a passport, and a chip are a matter of course for a holiday in Austria. If you plan a trip by boat or cable car with your dog, they must have a muzzle and a leash. <\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dog_beaches_at_Weissensee\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"caret-color: #000000;\">Dog beaches at Weissensee<\/span><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You will find at least these three designated dog beaches \/ swimming areas for dogs at the lake:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong data-start=\"110\" data-end=\"130\">Br\u00fccke Gatschach<\/strong>,<\/li>\n<li><strong data-start=\"132\" data-end=\"149\">M\u00f6sel in Naggl<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"168\">Neusacherhof <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_for_dog-friendly_accommodation_at_Weissensee\"><\/span>Tips for dog-friendly accommodation at Weissensee<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"355\" data-end=\"696\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/at\/ferienhof-obergasser-und-bergblick.en.html?aid=347511&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong data-start=\"355\" data-end=\"402\">1. Ferienhof Obergasser &amp; Bergblick (Naggl) <\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"355\" data-end=\"696\">For us, this is the best choice if you want to be really close to the official dog beach in M\u00f6sel (Naggl). The accommodation is in Naggl and has great reviews. It allows dogs in almost all apartments and even offers its own dog swimming beach with access to the lake.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"998\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/at\/regitnig.en.html?aid=347511&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"731\">2. Regitnig \u2013 Hotel &amp; Chalets<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"998\">We recommend this option if you&#8217;re looking for more comfortable hotel facilities while also wanting to make swimming with your dog as easy as possible. <span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/at\/regitnig.en.html?aid=347511&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The hotel has excellent reviews and offers a private beach where dogs are allowed<\/a><\/span>, right in front of the house, dog showers, and facilities for staying with a dog.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_there_a_Weissensee_Summer_Card\"><\/span>Is there a Weissensee Summer Card?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"224\">Similar to other Austrian locations, there are two variants here:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"224\">Basic Guest Card \/ Holiday bonus<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"224\">and the higher variant, Weissensee PremiumCARD.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"226\" data-end=\"481\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Guest_Card_Holiday_bonus\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"226\" data-end=\"259\">1. Guest Card \/ Holiday bonus<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"226\" data-end=\"481\">The basic card, which you should receive <strong data-start=\"333\" data-end=\"354\">at all accommodations<\/strong> <strong data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"387\">upon arrival<\/strong>. It is not listed on the website as a separately sold card, but as a benefit tied to the stay.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"724\">In summer, the Guest Card mainly includes a weekly program with a Mountain &amp; Lake Guide and several discounts, including on the Alpenperle boat service, summer mountain railway, bicycle shuttle, and also on selected local attractions and craft events.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"1028\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Weissensee_PremiumCARD\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"755\">2. Weissensee PremiumCARD<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"1028\">A higher and also more valuable variant, and it only applies if you stay with an accommodation provider who has a partnership with this program. It&#8217;s a card that will save you a lot of money at the lake in the summer. It includes the Nature Park Bus, boat transport on Weissensee, the summer cable car and MTB transport, plus other benefits.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1030\" data-end=\"1329\">As for the price, in 2025 it was set at \u20ac150 per week for persons aged 10 and over, while children under 10 staying with adults with a PremiumCARD received the card for free.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1665\">The <span data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1396\">s<\/span><strong data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1396\">tandard Guest Card is part of the stay<\/strong>, while the <strong data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1456\">PremiumCARD is only available at selected partners, or you can purchase it.<\/strong> It&#8217;s better to check its exact current price and conditions for this summer directly with your specific accommodation or on the official Weissensee website, as the public tariff page currently shows the last summer season (we will update before summer).<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lake Weissensee is a quieter and more natural alternative to the better-known Carinthian lakes. It lies at an altitude of around 930 meters, so even in the hot summer, it tends to be more pleasant here than at lower-lying lakes. Despite the altitude, the water warms up beautifully during the season, and swimming is truly one of the main reasons why tourists head here for their holidays. ACCOMMODATION AT LAKE WEISSENSEE In the summer months, the water reaches roughly 24\u201326\u00b0C, which is why Weissensee is often referred to as the highest swimming lake in the Alps. 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