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.
Taferlklaussee | |
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Location | Upper Austria |
Coordinates | 47°50′34″N 13°37′37″E / 47.84278°N 13.62694°E |
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 lake's clear water is of drinking water quality. In winter, the lake is used for skating and curling.