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The best swimming spots and beaches around Salzburg

You may not expect to need a swimsuit to visit Salzburg, but swimming in clear mountain lakes and hiking to forest-backed beaches will soon prove you do.

Gorgeous spot with beaches, coves, forest, and mountain scenery.

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OffenseeSightGorgeous spot with beaches, coves, forest, and mountain scenery.
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AlmkanalSightSalzburg, AustriaGreen banks shelter swimming spots, good for surfing at Almwelle.
SalzachseeSightSalzburg, AustriaLargest and most popular swimming area on the north side.
Lieferinger BadeseeSightSalzburg, AustriaSmallest of three lakes, surrounded by spacious lawns for sunbathing.
FuschlseeSightFuschl am See, AustriaLake with swim spots against a backdrop of forested mountains.
Alpine BeachSightMondsee, AustriaLargest developed beach area with sandy beach, waterslides, buffet.
St LorenzSightMondsee, AustriaSweet swimming areas against the spectacular backdrop of Schafberg.
St Michael's basilicaSightMondsee, AustriaFamous large basilica used in The Sound of Music wedding scene.
Saalach RiverSightSalzburger Saalachtal, AustriaOne of the best regions for wild swimming in the foothills.
Grubhof bridgeSightLofer, AustriaRefreshing dip location along the Saalach River in Lofer.
InnersbachklammSightSalzburger Saalachtal, AustriaRock pool swimming location in the Salzburger Saalachtal.
SeehornseeSightSalzburger Saalachtal, AustriaSmall mountain lake reached by hiking in the Salzburger Saalachtal.
VorderkaserklammSightSalzburger Saalachtal, AustriaTamer bathing area suitable for young children.
mountain inn at the far end of the lakeRestaurantAltaussee, AustriaFilming location in the Bond film Spectre.
AltausseerseeSightAltaussee, Austria

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The best swimming spots and beaches around Salzburg