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A refreshing experience in crystal clear water

Swimming and water sports in the Murau region

The sun is shining, and the temperatures have already climbed above 25 degrees Celsius? Then it's time for a refreshing swim! In the Murau region, summer holidaymakers can choose between natural bodies of water – fresh mountain lakes or bathing lakes – and several outdoor pools.

All natural and bathing lakes, outdoor and indoor pools as well as thermal spas at a glance

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Rantensee | © Tourismusverband Murau
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Rantensee

Lake Ranten is a mountain lake in the Rantengraben in the Schladminger Tauern. It is located 1.878m above sea level.
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Sportfischen mit Blick auf den Zirbitzkogel | © Sportfischerei Peinhaupt
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Sport fishing Peinhaupt

The small pond with big fish is guaranteed to delight any fisherman!
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Unterer Zwieflersee | © Tourismusverband Murau
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Lower and Upper Zwieflersee

A tour for rest, relaxation, views and wonderful nature experiences.
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Fischen am kleinen Furtner Teich | © Tourismusverband Murau
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Fishing at the small Furtner pond

The small Furtner Teich attracts with impressive fish!
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Podolerteich Pond

The Podolerteich is hidden in the middle of the forest of the Zirbitzkogel-Grebenzen Nature Park at 1,050 meters above...
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Freibad Murau | © Tourismusverband Murau
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Natural outdoor pool Murau

The outdoor pool, located in Murau's Schanzenkessel, is very generously dimensioned with over 50,000m² and invites you...
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Indoor swimming pool Murau

The indoor pool in Murau offers relaxation and fun while swimming and bathing for adults and children on over 2,000 m²...
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Grasluppteich

Embedded in the gentle hills of Zeutschach, the two Graslupp ponds are a paradise for those who are looking for...
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Bathing in the region’s natural lakes

Many of the regional lakes, such as the romantic Furtnerteich or the mystical Podolerteich offer free bathing pleasure against an impressive natural backdrop. Ready for an excursion into a magnificent natural landscape combined with an invigorating dip in the cool water?

Refreshingly diverse – the bathing lakes in the Murau region

Water sports in natural surroundings: That’s what the bathing lakes in the Murau region are known for. Rent a kayak or SUP, sunbathe on the jetty, play volleyball on the lakeshore … The region’s bathing hotspots offer much more than just an opportunity to go swimming.

Outdoor pools in the Murau region

Families with children can experience an exciting day of swimming in spacious public pools with slides and bathing islands. Outside of the water, volleyball courts and ping-pong tables ensure plenty of entertainment. Those who prefer a more quiet and manageable location might want to visit one of the small, beautiful outdoor pools. Of course, the water there is of excellent quality too.

Indoor pools and thermal spas for any weather

As we know, the weather doesn’t boast summery temperatures every day – but that’s no problem! In the Murau region, the bathing fun can continue even on bad weather days.

At the indoor pool in Murau and the indoor pool of AUSZEIT Health Centre in St. Lambrecht, holidaymakers can swim all year round and in any weather. A visit to Wildbad Einöd Health Spa or Aqualux Therme in Fohnsdorf is a wonderful and relaxing experience as well.

Summer activities in the Murau region

Hiking at Zirbitzkogel-Grebenzen Nature Park or cycling along the Mur Cycle Path: Summer in the Murau region is filled with variety.