Best time to travel to Austria

Water Lilies in Austria 2025

Gorgeous water lilies cover Austrian lakes in the summer

Best time: May–September

Scenic blooming

As there are more than 300 lakes in Austria, your chances to admire beautiful wild lilies' bloom are quite high. Visit Lanser Moor also known as Water lily pond near Innsbruck. Or Kloppeiner Lake in Carinthia known not only for its lilies but also for high water quality. After all, lilies not only please the eyes but also play an important role, keeping the water clean.

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Last updated: May 12, 2023

Authors: Eleonora Provozin

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