There are 76 lakes, usually with crystal-clear water, in the Salzkammergut. The Gosau lakes in our beautiful Gosau are definitely among the most beautiful of these lakes. But the most beautiful one, at least for us, is about 25 minutes away by car. It is the Altauseersee, around which an 8 km long circular path leads directly around the lake. Many bathing spots invite you to sunbathe and swim. Beautiful!!! The "Jagdhaus Seewiese" café (perhaps known to James Bond fans as the setting for the film "Spectre") is located about halfway along the circular route and the "Seewiese Altausee" restaurant is just a few metres further on. After decades of decay, they have been brought back to life this summer after being restored to their original state. A visit to these two restaurants alone is worth the journey. 

Journey: Head towards Hallstadt/Bad Goisern, then towards Bad Ausee. Shortly before Bad Aussee, turn left towards Altausee and drive to the car park. The short hike starts from there.