Lake Obernberg Lake
Alpine lake in Tyrol surrounded by dramatic peaks
Obernberg in Tyrol sits beneath alpine peaks; a short hike leads to an emerald mountain lake popular with day-hikers, photographers and swimmers in summer, with marked trails from the valley.
Lake Obernberg at a Glance#
About Lake Obernberg#
Lake Obernberg (Obernberger See) is an alpine lake in the Tyrolean Alps of western Austria, near the village of Obernberg am Brenner. It is a mountain lake set in a steep-sided valley and is known locally for its clear water and surrounding alpine scenery.
The lake is primarily visited for short hikes, nature observation, and seasonal mountain recreation; trails and a small lakeside settlement or refuge serve visitors. The lake was formed by glacial and alpine geological processes and has remained a natural mountain lake over time.
Geographically it lies in the state of Tyrol in western Austria, south of the Brenner Pass area and close to the border region between Austria and Italy, surrounded by high alpine peaks.
- Access: High-alpine access typically involves a short mountain road and walking trails from the nearby village, making it a day-hike destination in summer months.
How to Get to Lake Obernberg#
Lake Obernberg is in Tyrol, Austria. Access is by road from nearby towns such as Steinach and via marked alpine trails. Mountain parking and marked hiking paths lead to the lake; local public transit connects to trailheads in the high season.
Tips for Visiting Lake Obernberg#
- Arrive early in the morning to avoid afternoon winds that pick up in the valley.
- Combine with a walk to the nearby Obernbergstrasse trailheads for alpine views.
- Be prepared for changing mountain weather-carry warm layers and rain protection.
Best Time to Visit Lake Obernberg#
Summer is ideal for hiking and alpine panoramas; winter offers snow scenery for experienced winter mountaineers.
Weather & Climate near Lake Obernberg#
Lake Obernberg's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -8°C to 16°C. Moderate rainfall (940 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -8° - -2° | -10° | 43 mm | partly cloudy | 93% | 3.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.9h |
| February | Poor | -8° - -1° | -9° | 40 mm | partly cloudy | 94% | 2.8 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.2h |
| March | Poor | -6° - 1° | -6° | 55 mm | partly cloudy | 92% | 3.0 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -3° - 4° | -3° | 70 mm | overcast | 83% | 3.0 m/s | 1.0 high | 13.4h |
| May | Acceptable | 2° - 10° | 3° | 93 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.0 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.8h |
| June | Poor | 4° - 13° | 7° | 122 mm | overcast | 80% | 2.7 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.6h |
| July | Good | 7° - 16° | 11° | 127 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 2.6 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.2h |
| August | Good | 7° - 16° | 11° | 116 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 2.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.0h |
| September | Acceptable | 4° - 13° | 7° | 86 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 2.6 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | 1° - 8° | 2° | 71 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 2.8 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -4° - 2° | -5° | 68 mm | partly cloudy | 90% | 2.9 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| December | Poor | -7° - -1° | -8° | 49 mm | partly cloudy | 91% | 2.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |