Taferlklaussee

Taferlklaussee
Location Upper Austria
Coordinates 47°50′34″N 13°37′37″E / 47.84278°N 13.62694°E / 47.84278; 13.62694Coordinates: 47°50′34″N 13°37′37″E / 47.84278°N 13.62694°E / 47.84278; 13.62694
Type mountain lake
Basin countries Austria
Max. length 170 m (560 ft)
Max. width 80 m (260 ft)
Surface elevation 800 m (2,600 ft)

The Taferlklaussee was created in 1716 by the damming of the Aurach Creek. The lake can be reached on foot by a 3.5-hour hike from the village of Altmünster in Upper Austria.

The lake's clear water is of drinking water quality. In winter, the lake is used for skating and curling.


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