The Most Popular Lakes for Swimming During Your Family Vacation in Söll
… right next to your luxury vacation apartment at Appartement Haus Bergland in Söll
Families feel right at home with us from the very first day of their vacation. Our spacious family apartments and family vacation rentals offer plenty of room for spending time together, while also providing private spaces with separate bedrooms. For the little ones, we’re happy to provide appropriate baby gear upon request.
There’s plenty for kids to discover here at the Haus Bergland apartment in Söll: books, board games, strollers available to borrow, table tennis, foosball, and a small playground ensure that they’ll never get bored, even between outings.
One of our biggest advantages is our location in Söll am Wilden Kaiser. The apartment building is just a few steps away from the mountain railway, which takes you directly to Hexenwasser. Plus, Ahornsee—the region’s most beautiful swimming lake—is just a 6-minute walk away. It’s especially popular with our younger guests on hot days.
So after breakfast, you can set off with your children on the next adventure of your family vacation without a long drive—whether it’s hiking in Hexenwasser or taking a dip in one of the region’s swimming lakes. Of course, the small swimming pond in our hotel garden is also available for plenty of family fun together.
The most important things at a glance:
- Ahornsee Lake in Söll: Just a 6-minute walk from our luxury vacation apartment in Söll. With a shallow children’s area, beach volleyball, and a sunbathing lawn, it’s ideal for a fun afternoon of swimming with the kids.
- Even more swimming fun: Whether it’s Kaiserbad Ellmau, Going Lake, or the turquoise-blue Hintersteiner Lake—they’re all nearby and will make your summer vacation in the Wilder Kaiser region even more varied.
- Perfect for families: Our spacious family apartments offer plenty of room, separate bedrooms, and practical family amenities such as baby gear, strollers for rent, books, and board games. After a leisurely breakfast, you can head right out on your next adventure.
- Perfect for a hiking vacation: Our apartment is located right next to the mountain railway and in the heart of the hiking area. This way, you can easily combine hiking, a day at the beach, and family time.
Ahornsee in Söll – just 200 meters away:
Take a dip in the refreshing waters of Lake Ahorn in Söll—the perfect place to cool off, just 200 meters from our apartment building! This picturesque lake, which is up to eleven meters deep, offers a welcome respite to both locals and visitors alike across its more than 10,000 m² of water surface. In the summer, you can sunbathe on four piers, let off steam playing beach volleyball, or play in the kids’ area with its wading pool and water stations. Relax under umbrellas on comfortable lounge chairs and enjoy snacks from the kiosk. Lake Ahorn is just one of many swimming spots in the region—be sure to also visit the Kaiserbad Ellmau, Going Lake, and Lake Hinterstein!
Prices Ahornsee with Wilder Kaiser Card:
for € 4 for adults and € 2.50 for children for the half-day ticket
Kaiserbad Ellmau – Refreshingly Different
At the foot of the majestic Wilder Kaiser, the Kaiserbad Ellmau not only offers a spectacular view of the mountain peaks, but also a variety of water attractions.
Here you can pamper yourself in the warm water sauna pool or swim lengths in the indoor adventure pool with lazy river and outdoor pool. There is an exciting water playground for younger guests and both summer and winter slides guarantee year-round swimming fun. The thermal area with various saunas and steam baths provides peace and relaxation, ideal for a relaxing end to the day.
Going Swimming Lake – Tyrol’s Most Beautiful Natural Swimming Lake
Crowned as Tyrol’s most beautiful natural swimming lake, the Going Swimming Lake captivates visitors with its clear water, which flows directly from the springs of the Wilder Kaiser. The shallow, white sandy beach warms up to a pleasant 24 degrees and is perfect for families. A 100-meter-long slide offers fun for all ages, while an adventure playground delights the kids. Sports enthusiasts can compete in beach volleyball at the “JoeRassics Beacharena.”
Hintersteiner See – A Natural Gem
Lake Hintersteiner See, a real natural gem, is known for its crystal-clear water and idyllic location. As the lake is located at 882 m above sea level, you can reach it preferably by car. A large parking lot (for a fee) is available for all visitors.
On the northern shore of the lake, the lido invites you to relax on the spacious sunbathing lawn, while a kiosk and rental facilities for sun loungers and SUPs are available. For sun worshippers and shade lovers alike, this lake with its breathtaking surroundings offers the perfect place to relax and enjoy.
Each of these lakes has its own charm and offers unique ways to enjoy summer days under the Tyrolean sun. Come visit us at Appartement Haus Bergland, enjoy your favorite vacation apartment with plenty of style and charm, and experience the Wilder Kaiser in all its splendor.
We look forward to welcoming you for an unforgettable vacation!
Why is our luxury apartment building perfect for your next family vacation?
Anyone who travels with children knows that it’s often the little things that make a vacation enjoyable. A little more space. Short distances. And the satisfying feeling that everything runs smoothly.
That’s exactly what you can expect from us at the Haus Bergland apartment in Söll:
- Our spacious family apartments and family vacation rentals feature separate bedrooms and plenty of room for the whole family.
- For our younger guests, we provide children’s amenities upon request. Books, board games, table tennis, foosball, strollers for rent, and a small playground are among the things that many families particularly appreciate about our vacation rentals.
- Above all, though, what really stands out is our hotel’s central location right in the heart of the hiking area: The mountain railway is just a few steps away and takes you directly to Hexenwasser. That’s why many families set off on their first adventure right after breakfast, without having to get in the car first.
- Our aparthotel is also the perfect choice for anyone looking to enjoy a hiking vacation in Tyrol. The free “Kaiserjet” hiking bus stops right in front of the hotel; you can borrow hiking poles, backpacks, and picnic baskets for free, and if you’d like, you can take your Bergland lunchbox up the mountain (for a fee).
- In the evening, you’ll return to your apartment. The kids can splash around with you in the natural swimming pond or play one more round in the garden while you treat yourself to a little break in the sauna, steam room, or infrared cabin.
FAQ – Answers to your most important questions:
Maple Lake (located just a few minutes’ walk from our apartment building), Going Swimming Lake, Kaiserbad Ellmau, or the idyllic Hintersteiner Lake in Scheffau—from our luxury vacation apartments, you and your family can reach the region’s most beautiful swimming lakes in just a few minutes by car.
On warm summer days, there’s hardly anything better in the Söll region than a refreshing break by the water.
What families with children especially appreciate about our Haus Bergland apartment:
- Our spacious family apartments with separate bedrooms.
- The baby supplies we provide upon request.
- Books & Board Games to Borrow
- Table Tennis & Foosball
- Rental strollers for relaxing days of hiking (we’d be happy to recommend which trails are stroller-friendly).
- The delicious breakfast buffet, where guests of all ages can find the most delicious treats to start their day of hiking off right.
- Our central location right in the heart of the hiking area, right next to the mountain railway and right on the Hexenwasser.
Conclusion:
On warm summer days, there’s hardly anything better around Söll than a refreshing break by the water. Whether it’s Lake Ahorn, just a few minutes’ walk from our apartment building, the Kaiserbad Ellmau, Lake Going, or the idyllic Lake Hinterstein—every family will find their favorite spot around the Wilder Kaiser.
That’s exactly why our Haus Bergland apartment is so popular for family vacations with children. Our spacious family apartments offer plenty of room, separate bedrooms, and many practical family extras such as baby gear, strollers for rent, books, and board games. After a leisurely breakfast, you can start your day at the beach in a relaxed way or combine it with a hiking vacation in Tyrol. This is often how the kind of vacation days are created that children will remember for a long time to come.
We at Bergland, your family vacation rental in Söll, hope you and your children have a wonderful time at the most beautiful swimming lakes in the Wilder Kaiser region!
- You can find more hiking and excursion tips on our blog: View blog.
Warmest regards from Söll am Wilden KaiserJenny, Verena, and Günter
- Sources:
https://www.wilderkaiser.info/de/ahornsee-in-soell.html








