The lake was formed through industrial gravel extraction before being repurposed as a recreational swimming facility.
Groundwater from the Danube riverbed acts as a natural filter, contributing to the lake's high water clarity.
The surrounding landscape is part of the extensive riparian forest corridor that follows the Danube river in Upper Austria.
The facility is managed as a private commercial entity, distinct from public municipal swimming pools.
Ausee is a reclaimed gravel pit lake located near the confluence of the Danube and Enns rivers in Upper Austria. The site features clear, turquoise water maintained by groundwater filtration from the surrounding riverbed. It serves as a regional recreational hub with designated swimming zones, sunbathing lawns, and established infrastructure. The area is managed by the Ausee Freizeitanlagen GmbH, which oversees water quality and facility maintenance. Its location within a riparian forest zone provides a natural setting characterized by calm, still water and dense vegetation. The site is a popular destination for residents of Enns and the Linz-Land district seeking aquatic leisure.
The elevated boardwalk areas providing a wide-angle view across the turquoise lake surface.
Check the official website for water quality updates before arrival.
Bring your own shade gear as lawn space is expansive but natural tree cover is inconsistent.
Arrive early on hot summer weekends to secure a parking spot near the entrance.
Do not attempt to swim in the neighboring Danube river, which has dangerous currents and is prohibited for recreational swimming.
Open seasonally during warmer months; closed during the winter period.
Standard European swimming attire is expected; observe posted rules regarding noise and litter in the green spaces.
