Bad Aussee

Bad Aussee lies in the Aussee Basin between the rugged rock faces of the Totes Gebirge to the north and east and the glaciers of the Dachstein massif to the southwest. This landscape provides the setting for a holiday in which you can combine trails, culture and experiences on the water. Depending on whether you prefer a cultural discovery, a longer circular tour or a sporting activity on the water, different focal points emerge for your trip to Bad Aussee.

Experience the landscape: Via Artis Bad Aussee

Via Artis Bad Aussee follows in the footsteps of important personalities through the cultural centre of the Ausseerland region. The circular trail is 13 kilometres long in total and can be completed in around 4 hours and 30 minutes. This provides a specific opportunity to combine exercise and local history in a day programme of your own. Take the total route length and the stated walking time into account when planning if you would like to include the trail in your holiday itinerary.

Via Artis is suitable as an orientation for travellers who want to get to know Bad Aussee not only through individual sights, but also by following a themed trail through the town.

History, folk culture and regional traditions

An important place to visit when exploring the region is the Ausseer Kammerhof Museum. With around 800 m² of exhibition space, it is dedicated to the history, folk culture and traditions of the Ausseerland Salzkammergut region. The museum complements the impressions of Via Artis with an exhibition venue where you can explore regional topics in greater depth. Especially on a trip involving different interests, this allows an active trail to be complemented by a quieter cultural activity.

The Daffodil Festival is also part of Bad Aussee's history and events calendar. It was first held in Bad Aussee by the Bad Aussee Tourist Association from 28 to 29 May 1960. The festival takes place every year on a Sunday and alternates between Altaussee, Bad Aussee and Grundlsee. The changing venue is important when planning your schedule: Bad Aussee is closely associated with the festival's origins, while the annual event also takes place in the other two locations mentioned.

Water experiences in the Ausseerland region

Those who enjoy trying new activities on holiday will find a range of formats with the “SUP – Stand Up Paddling Ausseerland” programme. A taster or introductory course lasts around 1.5 hours. Basic techniques are taught, followed by a short exploratory tour. This is a manageable way to get to know stand-up paddling without having to plan an extensive programme.

A considerably more extensive format is the special “3 Lakes Tour Special”. It takes place over three half-days and leads across three lakes in the Ausseerland region, ending with a final race and an awards ceremony. This programme therefore offers a different focus from the introductory course: you can choose between a short introduction and a tour with several appointments. When planning, check which schedule better suits your holiday days and the interests of your travel group.

The right accommodation for your travel plans

When looking for a holiday apartment in Bad Aussee, it is worth defining your preferred holiday focus first. If you would like to combine Via Artis and the Ausseer Kammerhof Museum, the emphasis is on a culturally oriented stay. The Daffodil Festival adds a fixed event day to the planning, with the venue alternating between Altaussee, Bad Aussee and Grundlsee. For active days on the water, the introductory course or the three-part “3 Lakes Tour Special” are options.

Bad Aussee combines a distinctive mountain landscape with a themed circular trail, regional museum culture, a traditional event and SUP activities in the Ausseerland region. This mix makes the town a versatile starting point for an individually planned trip.

More places to choose from

For further travel planning, you can also view Municipality of Lassing near Selzthal, Geiergraben, Donnersbachwald, Stein An Der Enns, Sankt Gallen, Großreifling, Gatschberg and Gößl.

For the higher-level travel overview: Liezen.