The picturesque Heiterwanger See is located at the entrance to the Tiroler Zugspitz Arena, in the municipality of Heiterwang am See. Together with the Plansee, which is connected by a 300-meter-long canal, it forms the second-largest body of water in Tyrol.

There's a lot going on at Lake Heiterwanger See in summer. There are many ways to relax: swimming, stand-up paddling, boating, fishing (with a licence) and leisurely hikes - for example on the popular circular trail around the lake. A boat trip is also possible - one of the highest in Austria.

Around the lake hikers, runners, and cyclists find many options for beautiful tours. Lake Heiterwanger See offers something for everyone, whether you want to be active or just relax.

You can find more information on the routes in the tour portal.

For those who wish to experience the fjord-like landscape and crystal-clear waters at the foot of the Zugspitze from an extraordinary perspective: a ride on one of the passenger ships is an impressive experience for both young and old. From mid-May to mid-October, the MS Margarethe and the MS Wilhelm navigate across Heiterwanger See and Plansee.

Lake Blindsee is located just below the Fern Pass and amidst a forested mountain landscape – hidden at first glance. But it’s exactly this special location with impressive scenic views that makes this lake so enchanting and attractive to visitors. 

The small, idyllic Mittersee near Biberwier is classified as a mountain lake but invites visitors to swim with pleasant water temperatures of up to 22 degrees Celsius. Families especially will enjoy this spot, as young visitors can have fun on the new playground.

At the sports & leisure park in Bichlbach, families can swim for free in a natural setting in the 1,400 square metre natural swimming lake. The swimming area with depths of 1.70 to 2.80 metres is ideal for relaxed and sporty swimming. The children's area with a water depth of 40 to 80 centimetres offers the little ones lots of fun splashing around and playing.

Important: All activities except the swimming lake, the playground and the children's adventure trail are subject to a charge.

The mountain lakes of the Tiroler Zugspitz Arena are true natural jewels. At an elevation of 1,675 meters, Seebensee delights hikers, bikers, and nature lovers alike with its turquoise blue water and breathtaking mountain panorama. Surrounded by Sonnenspitze, Tajakopf, and the Zugspitze massif, the lake offers stunning views. It is accessible from Ehrwald or Biberwier via easy hiking trails or climbing paths.

At 1,910 meters, the crystal-clear Drachensee is 28 meters deep. This mountain lake is located slightly above Seebensee and below Coburger Hütte. As the highest lake in the region, it has frosty water temperatures, yet there are always brave souls who take a dip in the chilly waters.

Above the Ehrwalder Alm and at the foot of Igelkopf, mountaineers will find a small, charming mountain lake at 1,585 meters, surrounded by pastureland. Depending on the weather and water level, Igelsee is visible on the way towards Leutasch/Gaistal and accessible from the Ehrwalder Alm on the route to Seebensee. In some maps, Igelsee is labeled as Negelsee or Egelsee.

Dreiensee (also known as Treiensee) lies at an altitude of around 1,843 metres in the Lechtal Alps, above the Tyrolean village of Namlos.

You can find tours to these lakes in our tour portal.

Nature lovers who have ever stood before a waterfall know: cascading water is mesmerizing. In the Tiroler Zugspitz Arena, impressive waterfalls are waiting to be discovered. Whether as a destination for your next hike or a stunning photo opportunity, these natural wonders are always worth a visit. The regional waterfalls are best accessed via the following hiking trails:

Ready to discover the most beautiful locations in the Tiroler Zugspitz Arena? Holiday guests who enjoy being by the water should embark on hike along the Loisach river and its springs in Biberwier. It all started with a rockslide about 4,000 years ago – since then, water bubbles to the surface from the depths of the earth. The springs of the Loisach are a popular excursion destination for relaxation seekers and hikers. The bright green colours of the different algae give the springs a radiant sheen – perfect for stunning holiday snapshots. 

Tip: the cycle route along the Loisach. From the river’s springs in Biberwier, the 115-kilometre route runs all the way to Wolfratshausen where the Loisach joins the Isar. This tour has everything it takes for a wonderful excursion: an impressive mountain scenery including a view of the Zugspitze, springs, lakes, bogs, and a unique flora and fauna. If you prefer a relaxed and leisurely tour, you should break this one up into several stages – sporty riders can cover the distance in a single day.

There are several locations in the Tiroler Zugspitz Arena where visitors can have some fun in the water even on rainy days. At the public indoor pool at Hotel Edelweiss in Lermoos, guests get to swim their laps on 340 square metres. And the public pool at Hotel Singer in Berwang boasts 1,800 square metres of wellness area spaced out across three floors. 

And when the sun is shining again? You can enjoy a swim at Lermoos Panorama Pool with incredible scenic views of the Zugspitze or in the Bärenbad in Berwang.