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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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Freibad Oberwölz
  • Oberwölz-Lachtal

Outdoor pool Oberwölz

The family-friendly outdoor pool in Oberwölz offers the entire fun and splashing program. On hot summer days it offers...
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Fischen in der Mur | © Rene Hochegger
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  • St. Georgen am Kreischberg

Fishing in the St. Georgen dam

This section of water lies picturesquely embedded deep in the valley floor. The Mura flows slowly in the upper section,...
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  • St. Lambrecht

Weirerteich

The Weirerteich is ideal for cooling off on hot summer days. Bathing jetty and sunbathing lawn are available. Around...
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Hauserersee
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  • St. Georgen am Kreischberg

Hauserersee

A scenic circular trail with the pearl of the region, the Hauserersee. This shady tour is especially suitable for hot...
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  • St. Lambrecht

Outdoor pool St. Lambrecht

It offers a family-friendly outdoor pool with a view of the castle park of the Benedictine monastery St. Lambrecht and...
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  • Stadl-Predlitz-Turrach

Fishing at the Turracher See

The 18 ha large Turracher See is up to 35m deep and lies at almost 1,800m above sea level.
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Furtner Teich
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  • Neumarkt in der Steiermark

Großer Furtner Teich

The Furtner pond has been very popular for decades, whether with fishermen, bathing enthusiasts or nature lovers.
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  • St. Georgen am Kreischberg

Fishing at the Riegleralm

The pond on the Riegleralm on the Kreischberg offers not only the opportunity to fish, but can also be used for a boat...
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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.