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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

The snowy landscape of the Falzthurntal valley offers many outdoor winter activities.
Winter shuttle to the Nature Park Karwendel

New: From 20 December 2024 to 16 March 2025 the winter shuttle offers a convenient and comfortable ride from Pertisau to the Karwendel Nature Park.

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A bird's eye view of cross-country skiers in winter at Lake Achensee.
Achensee XC Ski Opening

Taster sessions, free product tests from leading XC ski brands and biathlon: Join the XC ski opening on 22 December!

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Two skiers enjoy a day of skiing in brilliant sunshine in the Hochalmlifte Christlum ski area in Achenkirch am Achensee.
Achensee snow report❄

Check our daily snow report to see what winter activities are available. Find out which slopes, XC trails, toboggan runs and ice rinks are open.

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Opening times of businesses at Lake Achensee

Looking for the opening times of attractions, mountain huts, restaurants, or cafés in the Achensee region? Follow the link below for the latest information. For accommodation options, go to "Find accommodation".

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Events at Lake Achensee

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Landweihnacht
Onshore Christmas Market
Saturday, 21.12.24
11:40 - 16:40
Kräuterhüttl
- Achenkirch am Achensee
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Weihnachtsmarkt
Christmas Market
Saturday, 21.12.24
13:00 - 19:00
Pier in Pertisau
- Pertisau am Achensee
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Tiroler Bergweihnacht
Tirolean Mountain Christmas
Saturday, 21.12.24
13:00 - 17:00
Heimatmuseum Achental - Sixenhof
- Achenkirch am Achensee
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Schützenweihnacht
Schützenchristmas
Saturday, 21.12.24
17:00
Village
- Maurach am Achensee
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Besinnliche Weihnachtsstimmung
Contemplative Christmas spirit
Saturday, 21.12.24
17:00
Häusererbühelkapelle
- Maurach am Achensee
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Weihnachtskonzert
Christmas concert
Thursday, 26.12.24
16:00
Parish church
- Pertisau am Achensee
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Lange Nacht der Sauna
© Atoll Achensee
Sauna bathing at night
Friday, 27.12.24
10:00 - 20:00
Atoll Achensee
- Maurach am Achensee
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Langer Eislaufabend
Ice skating at night
Friday, 27.12.24
14:00 - 20:30
Ice skating rink
- Maurach am Achensee
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Vorsilvester Party
New Year's eve party
Sunday, 29.12.24
19:00
Village
- Maurach am Achensee
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Fackel-Skilauf
Torchlight Skiing
Monday, 30.12.24
19:00
Rofanlift II
- Steinberg am Rofan
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Vorsilvester
© Achenseeschifffahrt GmbH
Pre-New Year´s Eve
Monday, 30.12.24
19:00 - 22:00
Landing stage
- Pertisau am Achensee
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Silvesterschwimmen
New Year´s Eve Swim
Tuesday, 31.12.24
11:30
Seepromenade Pertisau
- Pertisau am Achensee
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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
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
Kayaking on Lake Achensee is an excellent way to experience the stillness of spring.
Spring holidays
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
A group of friends take advantage of the beautiful weather for an autumn hike through the colourful Falzthurntal valley in the Nature Park Karwendel.
Autumn holidays
View from the Rofan mountains over the snow-covered Achensee region and the Nature Park Karwendel.
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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