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Lake Achensee & its villages

Lake Achensee and its five surrounding villages are nestled in the stunning mountain scenery of the Karwendel and Rofan mountains. Located in the heart of Tirol, the region is known for its natural beauty and outdoor activities. Year-round, Tirol's largest lake becomes the stage for a huge variety of active recreation and leisure pursuits. It's curtain-up for the best time of the year - and your unforgettable holiday experiences at Lake Achensee!

What's on at Lake Achensee

Hiking routes in the Achensee region reward hikers and mountaineers with stunning views of Lake Achensee and its surroundings.
Safety tips for hiking

Learn about trail difficulty levels and local emergency numbers 📲 to ensure your hikes end as smoothly as they begin.

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Two mountaineers are exploring the Rofan Mountains during the autumn season.
Autumn is around the corner 🍂

Autumn's vibrant hues await! Escape to a world of beautiful colours filled with culinary delights and unique outdoor experiences.

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The aerial view shows an Achensee boat and the Achensee railway at the Seespitz landing stage in summer.
Looking for unique experiences?

Numerous excursions make for interesting, exciting, and inspiring experiences during your holidays at Lake Achensee.

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Events at Lake Achensee

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Lange Nacht der Sauna
© Atoll Achensee
Sauna bathing at night
Friday, 31.10.25
14:00 - 00:00
Atoll Achensee
- Maurach am Achensee
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Happy Halloween
© Achensee Tourismus
Halloween Night Party
Friday, 31.10.25
16:00
Event centre
- Maurach am Achensee
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Feuerwehr im Wandel der Zeit
Firefighting through the ages
Saturday, 15.11.25
09:00 - 17:00
Community hall
- Wiesing
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Tiroler Bergweihnacht
Tirolean Mountain Christmas
Friday, 28.11.25
12:00 - 17:00
Heimatmuseum Achental - Sixenhof
- Achenkirch am Achensee
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Bergadvent
© Achensee Tourismus
Bergadvent
Saturday, 29.11.25
14:00 - 19:00
Fischergut
- Pertisau am Achensee
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Adventmarkt
© Wiesinger Adventmarkt
Advent-Market
Saturday, 29.11.25
15:00
Village square
- Wiesing
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Schützenweihnacht
Schützenchristmas
Saturday, 29.11.25
17:00
Village
- Maurach am Achensee
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Krampusrummel
© Mauracher Seeteufel
Krampus rumble
Saturday, 29.11.25
17:00
Valley station Rofan Seilbahn
- Maurach am Achensee
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Museumsweihnacht
Museum Christmas
Monday, 08.12.25
12:00 - 18:00
Achensee Museum World
- Maurach am Achensee
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Weihnachtskonzert
© Achensee Tourismus
Christmas concert
Friday, 26.12.25
16:00
Parish church
- Pertisau am Achensee
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Vorsilvester
© Achenseeschifffahrt GmbH
Pre-New Year´s Eve
Tuesday, 30.12.25
19:00 - 00:00
Landing stage
- Pertisau am Achensee
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Silvesterschwimmen
© Achensee Tourismus
New Year´s Eve Swim
Wednesday, 31.12.25
11:30
Promenade
- Pertisau am Achensee
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The Gaisalmsteig travels alongside Lake Achensee from Achenkirch to Pertisau. A perfect excursion with many scenic viewpoints for active couples.
Summer holidays
Trail runners have the opportunity to train in the Nature Park Karwendel surrounded by beautiful scenery.
Summer Events
Enjoy moments of pure bliss in the SEE-Bad at the Atoll Achensee in Maurach backdropped by the spectacular natural scenery.
Food & Wellness
The cows rest and graze during the cattle drive from the summer pastures of the Gramai Alm.
Culture & Tradition
Two mountaineers are exploring the Rofan Mountains during the autumn season.
Autumn holidays
Beautiful view over the snow-covered village of Pertisau, Lake Achensee and the village of Maurach.
Winter holidays
A ski tour in the middle of the winter landscape of the Rofan mountains is a special experience.
Winter events
Kayaking on Lake Achensee is an excellent way to experience the stillness of spring.
Spring holidays
The view over the Karwendel mountains is a delight for nature loving explorers.
Sustainable & responsible

The Achensee region fosters respectful and sustainable behaviour in our communities and in nature, with an emphasis on a better understanding of outdoor safety.

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Job offers across all industries

Do you love spending your holidays at Lake Achensee and can't get enough of our region? Have you ever thought about working here?

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