Grüner See
A small lake whose water runs emerald-clear when fed by melting snow from the mountains; in late spring, rising water floods the paths and benches.
The Grüner See lies in Tragöß at the foot of the Hochschwab in northern Styria. Normally it is just a shallow pond, but at the end of spring, snowmelt from the mountains can raise the water level by several metres, submerging the lakeside meadows, paths, and benches. The crystal-clear water takes on a striking emerald green color, and the lake became famous for its 'underwater park' photos. Diving and swimming have been banned since 2016, so visitors can only enjoy the lake from the shoreline path. Water levels have been low in some recent years, so check conditions before you set out. The lake is about 70 km from Graz, roughly an hour's drive.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Bärenschützklamm
- Lurgrotte
- Austrian Open-Air Museum Stübing
- Piber Federal Stud Farm
- St. Barbara Church (Hundertwasser Church)
- Schöckl
- Schloss Eggenberg
- Schlossberg