Grüner See

The meadow is normally used as a park. It has a little bridge, a wooden bench and several footpaths. During the winter, the lake is only 1–2 m deep. However, during the spring, the temperature rises. The snow in the mountains melt and the valley below fills up with water.

The name Grüner (Gruener) See or Green Lake originated because of its emerald-green clear water. The mineral rich water is meltwater from the surrounding mountains. In summer this is a meadow, but in spring the lake reaches its maximum depth of around 12 m from mid-May to June.

This lake used to be a hotspot for divers. Until 2016 you could dive and explore the green meadows in the shallows of the lake. Particularly in June, when the water is at its highest and amazingly clear. A bridge and a bench can also be found underwater during this time. And you can find small crabs, fly larvae and different species of trout on your swim.

This lake was extremely popular with divers. So much so that it reached a point where the natural beauty and peace of the area has been disturbed. The local government is investigating how to re-open the lake as a diving and snorkel spot but under heavy regulation. As soon as new information is available, we will publish an update.

You will find the Gruener See near the village of Tragöss in Steiermark. The best time to go is late in spring (May/June).

More information: www.tragoess-gruenersee.at