Our favourite places to swim along the Ybbs

Refreshing and invigorating: If you love to cool down, you will find it in the Ybbstal!

Since the era of summer recreation, whole generations of families have been visiting our region Ybbstal Alps. It does not always have to be a lake, on the contrary: the idyllic river baths along the Ybbs fulfill all wishes of cooling down and relaxation.

Are you looking for a cool down on hot summer days? A refreshment in the Ybbs promises everything your heart desires in high temperatures: not only the much longed-for cooling off, but also secluded spots on the shore and quietly situated bathing oases await you!

Strandbad Hollenstein an der Ybbs
A family paradise that completely enchants its visitors. Two natural pools have been created using the bottom belt technique, which offer both non-swimmers and amateurdolphins the best conditions for a special water experience. Several game facilities and the floating "Sautröge" ensure happy hours for young and old. Culinary delights are also provided here and sufficient parking facilities guarantee a carefree arrival and departure.

Poolarea Ybbsitz
In addition to a pool with a wide slide, the Ybbsitz outdoor pool also offers a small bathing area on the riverside. A bistro caters to hungry bellies and thirsty throats and a bathing lift has made it possible for people with walking disabilities to get into the cool water since 2019. By bike you can reach the bath via the Small Ybbstal Bicycle Trail.

Seebachbad Lunz am See
In Lunz am See, in addition to the possibility of diving in the lake, you also have an idyllically situated river bath. Located directly next to the Ybbstal bicycle track, you can laze here on a beautiful lawn in the shade of the trees and enjoy life. Not only the delicoius pastries of the popular bakery Reschinsky but also figure-friendly offers can be found here. A Stand Up Paddle rental provides for proper fitness opportunities on an otherwise leisurely bathing day. Free parking and free admission are on top of it!

Schwarzbach-Areal Waidhofen an der Ybbs
This special oasis is located where nobody would suspect it. The entrance is provided during the opening hours of our tourist office in the Rothschild Castle. You can expect a lovingly designed place with picnic area, seating and cozy romantic retreats. The Schwarzbach area is not suitable for swimming, but it is wonderful for cooling off.
Our tipp: Book your own picnicbasket here and enjoy it at Schwarzbach-Areal!

Parkbad Göstling an der Ybbs
The Flussbad in the Dr. Steppan Park has always been known as the hang-out in Göstling on hot summer days. Located directly on the Ybbstal bicycle track, the bath with its shallow spots and deep pools is popular among young and old alike. The large sunbathing lawn offers plenty of space to relax and the toilet house is ideal as a changing room. When hunger and thirst strikes, you can refresh yourself in the park shack.

Ochsenloch Opponitz
Also in Opponitz you will find a river bath located directly on the Ybbstal bicycle trail. Like most of our bathing places, the Ochsenloch is freely accessible and refreshes big and small bathers with the crystal clear mountain water of the Ybbstal Alps. A nearby barbecue area as well as seating facilities offer further advantages. Parking spaces can be found only a few minutes walk away, at the waste material collection center.