--- title: Wolfgangsee lake url: "https://www.salzkammergut.at/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/200845/wolfgangsee.html" description: Wolfgangsee lake date: 2012-03-05 modified: 2026-06-30 --- # Wolfgangsee lake Wolfgangsee ============= St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut, Oberösterreich, Österreich ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/200883/60BF33A605A7DB4E5B27974B5D32EC3445D33A0996A46A30396D5553966779F4/wolfgangsee-abersee.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/200882/7CBD56BA0F45481F105905540B00C8B9553A9AB0D66FD83834246858F0C9B313/wolfgangsee.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/200886/7F32BC72675BD9960E7B783E0848A7B5A996D59D69053E460FEB728AFD600A65/wolfgangsee.jpg) © Open copyright © Oberösterreich Tourismus/Steininger Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/200881/4BA93BA9023B14A5A92AC92700ABDDAF3F983B0ACDB67EBE27FDE1732080D076/wolfgangsee.jpg "Wolfgangsee (© Oberösterreich Tourismus/Steininger)") View panorama ](#panoramaId_200881) © Open copyright © WTG Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/200883/60BF33A605A7DB4E5B27974B5D32EC3445D33A0996A46A30396D5553966779F4/wolfgangsee-abersee.jpg "© WTG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/200883/60BF33A605A7DB4E5B27974B5D32EC3445D33A0996A46A30396D5553966779F4/wolfgangsee-abersee.jpg) © Open copyright © WTG Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee in St. Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut: The picture shows a young couple standing on a wooden jetty by a lake, looking at the picturesque landscape with mountains and an excursion boat in the background. The surroundings convey a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/200882/7CBD56BA0F45481F105905540B00C8B9553A9AB0D66FD83834246858F0C9B313/wolfgangsee.jpg "© WTG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/200882/7CBD56BA0F45481F105905540B00C8B9553A9AB0D66FD83834246858F0C9B313/wolfgangsee.jpg) © Open copyright © WTG Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee in St. Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut: The picture shows an idyllic lake landscape with a church on the shore. The clear mountain lake is surrounded by green hills that form the background. Colourful flowers can be seen in the foreground, emphasising the picturesque character of the scene.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/200886/7F32BC72675BD9960E7B783E0848A7B5A996D59D69053E460FEB728AFD600A65/wolfgangsee.jpg "© WTG") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/200886/7F32BC72675BD9960E7B783E0848A7B5A996D59D69053E460FEB728AFD600A65/wolfgangsee.jpg) © Open copyright © Anna Buchegger Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee- St Gilgen](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/200885/2607953BB4361BEF77053E79D7F2352B0A121CAD1763F285893748DDE609A359/wolfgangsee-st-gilgen.jpg "© Anna Buchegger") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/200885/2607953BB4361BEF77053E79D7F2352B0A121CAD1763F285893748DDE609A359/wolfgangsee-st-gilgen.jpg) © Open copyright © wtg Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee in St. Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut: The picture shows a young couple relaxing on a wooden jetty by the water. The man and woman are lying on towels and enjoying the sun and the surroundings. It appears to be an idyllic place where they can relax and unwind.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/200884/779B7B37F7D4163496CAB51ED0144B9803DF67A23E17A873C378E982CFD30369/wolfgangsee.jpg "© wtg") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/200884/779B7B37F7D4163496CAB51ED0144B9803DF67A23E17A873C378E982CFD30369/wolfgangsee.jpg) © Open copyright © Anna Buchegger Close copyright [ ![Wolfgangsee- St. Gilgen](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/200887/731E7E993D9C21188FDBE833528BB72F398A79DD6B3046B591063D76C888B28D/wolfgangsee-st-gilgen.jpg "© Anna Buchegger") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/200887/731E7E993D9C21188FDBE833528BB72F398A79DD6B3046B591063D76C888B28D/wolfgangsee-st-gilgen.jpg) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. × Wolfgangsee | © Oberösterreich Tourismus/Steininger pets allowed Wolfgangsee 5360 St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Wolfgangsee%2C%205360%20St.%20Wolfgang%20im%20Salzkammergut "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Wolfgangsee%2C%205360%20St.%20Wolfgang%20im%20Salzkammergut "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=47.726951443323117&lon=13.452442288398734&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) **water report**Report dated: 10.07.2026 - 13:45 o’clock Water temperature: 23.6° Source: Hydrographischer Dienst Oberösterreich Your 12,82 square kilometers wirde source of vitality with drinking water qualitiy, situated in the heart of the Salzkammergut. The Wolfgangsee and its 6 small siblings like the Schwarzensee or the Krottensee offer you the perfect lakeside experience: enjoy the so called “Gschmå Platzl” spots, feel fitness for body and mind and the summer freshness par excellence, have a char on the hook, explore the mysterious mountain waters an ride elegantely on a monoski. The modern and historic ships on the lake, lifestyle events and wonderful laissez faire are the ingredients for a unique holiday in Austria. What is your personal Wolfgangsee experience? The three villages St. Gilgen, Strobl and St. Wolfgang share the lake in Upper Austria and Salzburg. The Schafberg, the 12 Horn and the Postalm impressively frame the lake. Here it is simply cozy, hospitable and ingenious. Enjoy the variety of holiday felicity: whether hiking, cycling or water sports and in winter, cross-country skiing, skiing or just relaxing in the sun - the choice is yours. A brimming calendar of events full of highlights on water, on land and in the air, makes the Wolfgangsee worth a trip in every season. Authentic hospitality awaits you at more than 400 accommodations and almost 200 restaurants. [ Contact ](#ttgCollapseKontakt) ---------------------------------- **Wolfgangsee** Wolfgangsee 5360 St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut Phone [ +43 6138 8003 ](tel:+4361388003) E-Mail [info@wolfgangsee.at](#mailto) Web [wolfgangsee.salzkammergut.at](https://wolfgangsee.salzkammergut.at "New window") https://wolfgangsee.salzkammergut.at --- **Contact person** Wolfgangsee Tourismus Gesellschaft Au 140 5360 St. Wolfgang im Salzkammergut Phone [ +43 6138 8003 ](tel:+4361388003) E-Mail [info@wolfgangsee.at](#mailto) Web [wolfgangsee.salzkammergut.at](https://wolfgangsee.salzkammergut.at "New window") --- **We speak the following languages** German English French [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- **Elevation**540 m [ Sports ](#ttgCollapseSportarten) ------------------------------------ - Fishing - Kayak / canoe / rafting - parasailing - Rowing - Swimming / bathing - Sailing - Surf / kite - Diving / scuba - water ski / wake board - other water sports: Stand Up Paddling [ Equipment ](#ttgCollapseAusstattung) ---------------------------------------- - Shower - Cabin - Food and drink available **Service**- Courses [ Suitability ](#ttgCollapseEignung) -------------------------------------- - All weather - Suitable for groups - Suitable for schools - Pets allowed - Suitable for single travelers - Suitable for friends - Suitable for couples **Season**- Spring - Summer - Autumn - Winter [ Accessibility ](#ttgCollapseBarrierefreiheit) ------------------------------------------------- Please get in touch for more information. 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