Camping Achensee – For a camping vacation at a lake in Austria, there are many beautiful lakes such as the Walchensee or the Mondsee, but especially the Achensee in Tyrol, directly in the Tyrolean Alps, is a popular vacation destination for campers traveling with a roof tent or tent trailer.
One of the most beautiful lakes in Tyrol, the Tyrolean Alps and the Dalfaz waterfall await you at Lake Achensee.
Here you can find out all about the best beaches, the most beautiful hiking tours and exciting activities and get tips for your camping vacation.
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Achensee: swimming, hiking, climbing & water sports
If you are looking for a beautiful vacation destination where you can spend a lovely camping vacation in the middle of the mountains, a trip to Lake Achensee is a good recommendation.
At Lake Achensee, you can go on wonderful hiking tours in the Tyrolean Alps, which are among the highest mountains in Austria.
A tour to the Bärenkopf and the Dalfaz waterfall is particularly worthwhile to experience the unique surroundings of Tyrol.
Lake Achensee is one of the largest lakes in Tyrol and in summer offers the opportunity to swim in the warm, clear water on one of the many bathing beaches and practice water sports such as stand-up paddling or surfing.
You absolutely have to do these activities during your vacation at Lake Achensee:
- swimming in the Achensee
- Hike to the Bärenkopf
- Visit to the Dalfaz waterfall
- Climbing the waterfall
- Fly through the Alps with the Skyglider
Location of Lake Achensee in Austria
Lake Achensee is located in the province of Tyrol in western Austria.
The next largest city is Innsbruck, about 45 minutes away by car.
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First impression of Lake Achensee
The nature around Lake Achensee is beautiful and captivates with its idyllic panorama.
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Discover Lake Achensee: beaches, hiking by the waterfall & skyglider
Found the campsite, parked the car, pitched the roof tent – now the vacation can really begin!
Lake Achensee offers an idyllic landscape nestled in the Tyrolean Alps.
An action-packed vacation with hiking, climbing, water sports and swimming in the beautiful turquoise waters of Lake Achensee awaits you.
Of course, we also have great tips for you if you just want to relax and unwind at the campsite: Look forward to varied hiking tours, relaxing by the lake and evenings in wonderful restaurants with typical Austrian cuisine. 
Achensee boat: From beach to beach
Lake Achensee is one of the largest and most beautiful lakes in Tyrol and there are also several beaches where you can spend a relaxing day swimming in the lake and sunbathing.
If you can’t decide on a beach, simply use the Achensee boat to travel from beach to beach in comfort.
You can find the perfect beach for you by beach hopping.
- Achensee boat: from beach to beach
- swimming in the lake
Hiking to the Bärenkopf: views over Lake Achensee
As Lake Achensee is located in the Tyrolean Alps, there are many opportunities to discover the Alps on various hiking routes.
One particularly popular hike is the tour to the Bärenkopf, from the summit of which you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the turquoise waters of Lake Achensee.
The hike up to the summit takes around 2.5 hours.
- Hiking tour to the Bärenkopf
- at the summit: view over the lake
- Tour duration: 2.5 hours
Dalfaz waterfall: a unique natural spectacle
A hike to the Dalfaz waterfall is a very special experience that you won’t soon forget!
The waterfall trail takes you to the viewing platform in 45 minutes, from where you have a perfect view of the waterfall.
On this tour, you hike up around 250 meters in altitude.
If you want to get a little closer to the water, you can reach the waterfall directly via footpaths.
From there, you can also reach the via ferrata at the waterfall, which is suitable for experienced climbers and offers the unique opportunity to climb right next to a waterfall.
- 45 minute hike to the waterfall
- Viewing platform at an altitude of approx. 250 meters
- Via ferrata
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Eagle flight with the Airrofan Skyglider
After relaxing on the beach and hiking to the Dalfaz waterfall, would you like to experience something really special at the end of your camping vacation at Lake Achensee?
Then you have the opportunity to feel like an eagle with the Skyglieder and soar through the air.
With the flying machine, you can race down 200 meters in altitude from the Gschöllkopf (2,040 m).
- Aircraft on the Gschöllkopf
- you fly down 200 vertical meters
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Perfect excursion destination in bad weather: Atoll Achensee
During a vacation, there are of course days when it rains and the sun doesn’t shine.
During your vacation at Lake Achensee, we recommend taking a trip to the Atoll on days with bad weather.
The Atoll at Lake Achensee is a leisure area with an indoor pool, sauna and climbing hall.
After an eventful day, you can round off the evening in one of the many delicious restaurants.
Another highlight in winter is the artificial ice rink at Atoll, which is used for ice skating in winter.
3 tips for the Atoll leisure area:
- Indoor swimming pool
- Sauna
- Climbing hall
Day trip to the Zugspitze: Excursion to Germany’s highest mountain!
You’ve been on vacation at Lake Achensee for a week and have already been swimming in the lake, been to the Dalfaz waterfall and hiked and would now like to discover the area around Lake Achensee?
Then experience an eventful day on Germany’s highest mountain, the Zugspitze, where you can hike, watch marmots and enjoy the stunning view from the viewing platform.
- Many hiking routes
- cute marmots
- Viewing platform
Here you can see the Zugspitze in all its glory: 
Route to the Zugspitze
It takes about 1:30 hours by car from Lake Achensee to the Zugspitze.
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The best campsites right by the lake
When planning a camping vacation, it is of course important to find out about campsites and choose a campsite that meets your needs so that you can enjoy your vacation.
A central location, hygiene and activities on offer are particularly important.
We have already picked out two great campsites for you that are a good choice for your vacation at Lake Achensee!
Campsite recommendation at Lake Achensee
The two best campsites on Lake Achensee are particularly impressive due to their central location, as they are right on the lake.
Alpen Caravan Park / Camping Achensee
Here you will find an overview of important information about the campsite:
- 4.4 stars / 1,182 reviews
- Address: Achenkirch 17, 6215 Achenkirch, Austria
- Phone: +43 524 66239
Karwendel Camping
Here you will find an overview of important information about the campsite:
- 4.5 stars / 266 reviews
- Address: 6212 Maurach, Austria
- Phone: +43 5243 6116
Weather conditions at Lake Achensee
Before going on vacation, it is of course very important to find out about the local climate.
When is the best time to go to Lake Achensee and when is the rainfall rate relatively low?
You can find answers to the most important questions about the weather conditions at Lake Achensee here.
Vacations at Lake Achensee: best in summer!
The best time for a trip to Lake Achensee is definitely in summer, between June and September there are wonderfully warm temperatures with an average temperature of around 19°C.
Weather conditions at a glance:
- Warmest months: June – September
- 82 hours of sunshine per month
- Average temperature in summer: 19°C
Current weather conditions at the lake
Here you can find a weather map of the current weather conditions at Lake Achensee.
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Questions and answers about Lake Achensee
Before every vacation, there are a few unanswered questions that need to be clarified first.
We have summarized the most important questions for you here.
At what time of year is a camping vacation at Lake Achensee recommended?
The best time to visit Lake Achensee is between June and September, when the climate is pleasantly summery and the risk of precipitation is low.
Where is the most beautiful place on Lake Achensee?
One of the most beautiful spots on Lake Achensee is the viewing platform on the Bärenkopf.
Here you have a wonderful view over Lake Achensee and can take great photos as a vacation souvenir.
What to do in bad weather at Lake Achensee?
If the weather is bad, you can visit the swimming pool or sauna in the atoll.
