Pressegger See

Pressegger See is a mountain lake in Carinthia nestled in a valley with forested slopes and accessed through several public bathing areas. The water remains relatively cool throughout the year, and the lake stretches for several kilometers with reed beds lining much of its shoreline.

The region surrounding this lake shows signs of human settlement dating back to ancient times. Over the centuries, the area became integrated into larger European power structures that shaped the landscape and communities.

The lake serves as a gathering place for locals and visitors, particularly during warmer months when people swim and relax along the shores. The waterside has become central to how the community experiences the landscape and passes time together.

The lake offers several bathing areas with kiosks and loungers where visitors can spend time in the water, particularly from May through September. The surrounding paths are easily explored on foot or by bicycle, and there is ample space for various activities.

The lake contains one of Austria's largest reed belts, providing habitat for rare water birds and aquatic plants found nowhere else nearby. This natural zone is important for regional biodiversity and makes the lake valuable far beyond its role as a swimming destination.

Location: Hermagor-Pressegger See

Elevation above the sea: 560 m

GPS coordinates: 46.62611,13.44139

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:59