Upper Austria is a region particularly rich in water: Large and small rivers, streams and lakes are characteristic of the landscape. Particularly the lakeland area known as the Salzkammergut and its magical mountainscape - with boreal forests and the crystal-clear water of 76 deep lakes - are spellbinding and inspired generations of artists, including Gustav Klimt and Gustav Mahler.

Lake Traunsee offers ideal sailing, windsurfing and kite surfing conditions, whereas Lake Attersee is a diving, kayaking and canoeing center.

The thermal springs in Bad Ischl, Geinberg, Bad Hall and a wide range of health holiday activities invite you to relax and refill your energy. Whichever type of water you prefer - in Upper Austria you will doubtlessly find the right one.