The mountain peaks are reflected in the clear waters of the lake, creating a spectacularly beautiful sight. Moreover, the water in the lake is the warmest among Tyrol’s lakes, and even though it is located at an altitude of 915 meters above sea level, it reaches a temperature of up to 25 degrees Celsius. In its center, the lake reaches a depth of 25 meters.
This is what the pastoral landscapes of Lake Piburg looks like
You can easily spend a whole day around Lake Piburg. There are various hiking trails, some of which are accessible for strollers and wheelchairs, and some are more challenging among the mountain slopes. If you are lucky enough to arrive at the lake on a warm and sunny day, you can go in and swim undisturbed. You can also take a boat trip along the lake or try fishing, although you need a special permit from the municipality of the village of Ötz.
It is advisable to approach the lake from its southern part, where there are more restaurants and also the boat rental place. It’s nice to sit in one of the restaurants near the lake and taste some fresh lake fish.
One of the recommended restaurants is called Gasthof am Piburger See.
You can walk to Lake Piburg on a variety of beautiful trails from the villages of Ötz, Sautens, Habichen, and Piburg. Even in winter, there is no shortage of things to do around the lake: there are 20 kilometers of hiking trails, ice skating on the lake, and also a thrilling alpine slide.
Address: Piburger See 1, 6433 Ötz
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You can find comprehensive information about the Ötz Valley, in which the lake is located, in the detailed article we have prepared about this wonderful area. The article includes the recommended attractions in the valley and useful information for planning your trip to this region. Click to read about the Ötz Valley.
