Pet Holiday at Ausseerland

Splash, splash – and your four-legged friend is already in the water! A refreshing dip after a nice walk or hike on hot summer days is irresistible.

We present all the pet-friendly accommodations, swimming spots, and excursion destinations in Ausseerland Salzkammergut for you and your furry companions.

DOghotels AT Ausseerland

Located in the heart of Austria, dogs are warmly welcomed. Whether in hotels, huts, on hiking trails, or at swimming spots – bring your furry friend along! Start planning your dog-friendly holiday now!

Certified dog hotels

For a Safe COEXISTENCE in Ausseerland

A peaceful stay in Ausseerland can only be ensured if all guests and pet owners follow certain rules. We kindly ask all pet lovers to adhere to leash, muzzle, and swimming regulations. Thank you for your cooperation!

LEASH

Leash laws apply throughout the Ausseerland Salzkammergut region.

Swimming

Swimming is allowed at most of our lakes, except in a few designated areas. AT lake Ödensee swimming for dogs is completly prohibeted.

Out of respect for other bathers, please avoid public swimming spots with large crowds.

muzzle

For safety reasons, dogs should wear or carry a muzzle. Some attractions may refuse entry to dogs without a muzzle.

By the Lake in Ausseerland – Pet Swimming Guidelines

Please avoid letting your dogs swim at the following bathing spots:

Altaussee

Seepark (Park with playground and bathing pier near the boat landing station)
Seeklaus-Anger (between Hotel Seevilla and the tennis courts)
Gradieranlage

Grundlsee

Holzplatz (lakefront bathing area)
Freibad auf der Au
Gemeindepark
Badeplatz Murboden
Badeplatz Schachen-Siedlung
Freizeitzentrum Gößl
For more information on swimming with dogs at Grundlsee, including a map overview.

Ödensee
To protect a species of crayfish, swimming with dogs is prohibited at the entire Ödensee.

Information about crayfish plague at Ödensee
Crayfish plague info board

In small coves at Altausseer See and Grundlsee, away from the above-listed swimming areas, you can enjoy a refreshing swim with your four-legged friend!

Download the full list of dog-friendly swimming areas and excursion destinations here!

Winter Wonderland for Pets

Ausseerland is also a paradise for a dog-friendly winter holiday. Here are some important tips:

Winter hiking trails instead of cross-country skiing tracks
Dogs are not allowed on cross-country ski tracks. Instead, there are numerous winter hiking trails perfect for walks through the snowy landscape.

Respect nature
To protect the unique environment, dog owners should stick to marked paths and dispose of dog waste in designated bins.

With these tips, nothing stands in the way of a harmonious winter holiday in Ausseerland – for both humans and dogs.