Holiday apartments and houses around Traunsee

A cheerful and friendly populace inhabits the Salzkammergut. Whether at the numerous regulars' tables, festivals, customs, celebrations, or the extremely popular tent festivals and beer tents. Let yourself be embraced by a community that is unparalleled. Hospitality is not just a job, it is a way of life, and we appreciate what tourists and visitors mean to our region. Pack your loved ones, dress up, and get to know the land and its people up close. At first glance, you might fall in love with the location and the landscape, but on the second glance, you will also come to appreciate and love the people, their friendliness, warmth, and openness.

Traunsee or Dream Lake?

If you love mountains and lakes, you won’t be able to resist taking a closer look at the region around Lake Traunsee. You will quickly find that your wishes are not only fulfilled but even exceeded. The four neighboring towns of Ebensee, Traunkirchen, Altmünster, and Gmunden each have their own charm and are worth a visit. History, culture, sports, and enjoyment merge in the region around Lake Traunsee. Even a nostalgic tram ride takes you along a 2.3 km route through the town of Gmunden.

Composers, poets, and nobility settled by Lake Traunsee and were able to draw strength and energy from this magnificent landscape long ago.

Excursions at Lake Traunsee

• Even in the past, the wealthy knew where they wanted to reside. Lake Traunsee and the surrounding region were very popular retreats for the nobility. Historical witnesses from those times include the ruins of Scharnstein, Ort Castle, and Traunstein Castle, as well as Weyer Castle, Ebenzweier, Cumberland, and Mühlwang Castle.
• There is also much to learn and discover in the museums in Gmunden, Altmünster, Ebensee, and Traunkirchen. The Chess Museum in Altmünster, the Contemporary History Museum in Ebensee, the Weyer Castle Gallery, and the Handicrafts Museum in Traunkirchen are just a few of the attractions in the Traunsee region.
• A paradise for nature lovers awaits you on the Feuerkogel in Ebensee. Cable cars, hiking trails, via ferratas, paragliding, and hang-gliding, as well as a unique dwarf pine labyrinth, are the highlights of this almost 1600-meter-high excursion destination.
• In Gmunden, the Grünberg impresses with its diversity. A cable car takes you to the mountain, which offers plenty of fascination. A 39-meter-high tower overlooks Gmunden and the Traunsee region. A summer toboggan run, a playground, and numerous hiking routes complete this grand experience.

Restaurants we love around Traunsee

• In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, one thing often gets lost: a quiet, extended, and balanced breakfast. That's why we believe that this should not be missed, especially on vacation. And if you’ve already finished your own treats from the weekly or farmers' market, then breakfast at Cloud Five is a great option. Sweet and savory delights, with a view of Lake Traunsee - what more could you want?
• Fish isn't just a staple in the far north. Here too, the popular swimmers can be found on almost every menu. At Fischrestaurant Moser, you can enjoy delicacies from the in-house fishery. Whether it's whitefish, char, or perch, the variety knows no bounds.
• Of course, a Michelin-starred restaurant should not be missing in the Traunsee region. The Bootshaus is recommended for quiet hours in a cozy atmosphere. The many awards this place has already received speak for themselves and will surely enchant you in the future.
• Looking for an insider tip? The Fischbrathütte Trawöger-Dorfner right on the shore of Lake Traunsee offers its guests the finest grilled fish on a stick. The fish are caught fresh daily and go straight from the lake to your plate, or rather: onto a stick.
• Most of you probably have a sweet tooth, right? After every savory or hearty meal, a dessert is a must. The Grellinger pastry shop creates cakes, pastries, doughnuts, and much more. Sweet tooths will be overjoyed here.

For your temporary home, you could hardly find a better place than Lake Traunsee. Extravagant meets traditional, new meets old, proven meets modern. This colorful mix turns a simple vacation into an unforgettable experience that awaits a repeat.