--- id: 5983 title: Duisitzkarsee Lake in Obertal - a gem of nature path: /en/activities/tours/Duisitzkarsee-Lake-in-Obertal-a-gem-of-nature_tour_5983 url: "https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/en/activities/tours/Duisitzkarsee-Lake-in-Obertal-a-gem-of-nature_tour_5983" language: en generated_at: "2026-11-14T00:06:59+01:00" type: object class: App\Model\DataObject\Tour --- back Schladming Duisitzkarsee Lake in Obertal - a gem of nature ================================================= Enjoyment trail Overview Data: [GPX](https://tirol.mapservices.eu/nefos_app/api/gpx/el_oD9BiM7lvDWLMtVl/en/generate/121375237) [Elevation profile](https://tirol.mapservices.eu/nefos_app/api/altitudeprofile/el_oD9BiM7lvDWLMtVl/en/121375237/800/200) Print [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/general-solutions/tours/Zum%20Duisitzkarsee%20-%20ein%20Naturjuwel/149924/image-thumb__149924__lightbox/image_209661829.bf4c8b27.jpg) [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/general-solutions/tours/Zum%20Duisitzkarsee%20-%20ein%20Naturjuwel/149925/image-thumb__149925__lightbox/29621962_1857004494.784033d0.jpg) copyright: Gerhard Pilz [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/general-solutions/tours/Zum%20Duisitzkarsee%20-%20ein%20Naturjuwel/149926/image-thumb__149926__lightbox/7078248_1414532392.ac634f40.jpg) copyright: Herbert Raffalt [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/general-solutions/tours/Zum%20Duisitzkarsee%20-%20ein%20Naturjuwel/149927/image-thumb__149927__lightbox/19634223_1155378710.8025d4f4.jpg) copyright: Gerhard Pilz [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/general-solutions/tours/Zum%20Duisitzkarsee%20-%20ein%20Naturjuwel/149928/image-thumb__149928__lightbox/7808976_1811388401.bc5d37ac.jpg) copyright: Herbert Raffalt [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/general-solutions/tours/Zum%20Duisitzkarsee%20-%20ein%20Naturjuwel/149929/image-thumb__149929__lightbox/23208003_771970752.d8298636.jpg) copyright: Schladming Dachstein [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/general-solutions/tours/Zum%20Duisitzkarsee%20-%20ein%20Naturjuwel/149930/image-thumb__149930__lightbox/29621931.b56b4e55.jpg) copyright: Gerhard Pilz [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/general-solutions/tours/Zum%20Duisitzkarsee%20-%20ein%20Naturjuwel/149931/image-thumb__149931__lightbox/29621930.55e0e5ff.jpg) copyright: Gerhard Pilz [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/general-solutions/tours/Zum%20Duisitzkarsee%20-%20ein%20Naturjuwel/149932/image-thumb__149932__lightbox/image_2145729361.c7afed8c.jpg) [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/general-solutions/tours/Zum%20Duisitzkarsee%20-%20ein%20Naturjuwel/149933/image-thumb__149933__lightbox/image_1781038764.7a65573c.jpg) [show gallery](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/general-solutions/tours/Zum%20Duisitzkarsee%20-%20ein%20Naturjuwel/image_209661829.jpg) 01.11. - 30.04.2027 The Eschachalmstraße is closed for the winter season from November 1st to April 30th. During this period, hikes toward Duisitzkarsee or Keinprechthütte must be started from Hopfriesen. Tour description The hike to Duisitzkarsee is one of the most beautiful **mountain lake hikes in the Schladming-Dachstein region** and arguably in all of Austria. The upper Enns Valley and the Schladminger Tauern are famous for their numerous mountain lakes and are among the **most water-rich regions in the Alps**. The hike is situated in the Obertal valley of Rohrmoos and leads from the alpine meadows of the Eschachalm via a beautifully designed hiking trail through high forest and across two larger clearings to one of the **most popular photo motifs in Styria - the Duisitzkarsee**. Especially in autumn, the lake with the golden-yellow larches all around is a particularly rewarding destination for nature photographers. In the warm summer months, the lake provides a welcome cooling down. Please be mindful of the fish in the lake and avoid stirring up dust, for example. Furthermore, please do not enter the water wearing sunscreen, as this can upset the lake's sensitive ecology. The **family-friendly tour to Duisitzkarsee** is suitable for hiking-loving children from 4 to 5 years old, especially since the forest road provides an easy ascent and descent option. The Duisitzkarseehütte and the Fahrlechhütte at the lake offer typical alpine fare such as "Brettljause" (cold platters), special delicacies like baked potatoes or blueberry Kaiserschmarren, and a selection of various cakes as well as vegan dishes. The tour moderate publicly accessible Starting and end pointHiking trail head Eschachalm, Obertal Tour characteristics Distance: 5.7 km Fitness (3/6) Skills (2/6) InformationDistance: 5.7 km Duration: 2:40 h Ascent: 480 m Descent: 480 m highest point: 1678 m Best seasonJan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Map, elevation profile & further information -------------------------------------------------- - Tour description - Arrival & parking - Public transport - Equipment - Tips & links From the trail head at **Eschachboden** you follow trail n° 775 towards Duisitzkarsee Lake. At the beginning the trail ascends quite steeply, passing the waterfall of Seebach creek through the pine forest on the way to **Saghütten** chalets, which you reach after approximately 45 minutes. After a short break you continue to the clearing of **Kesslerboden** where the trail is a little less steep than in the beginning. Saghütten and Kesslerboden offer a great view to the valley head of **Obertal** valley with **Samspitze**, **Sandspitze**, **Zwerfenberg** and **Elendberg** summits. Beyond Kesslerboden the trail starts to ascend steeper again. After a couple of switchbacks through the forest you reach Duisitzkarsee Lake after another 30 minutes, where **Duisitzkarseehütte** and **Fahrlechhütte** chalets invite for refreshments and a snack. Duisitzkarsee Lake is a picturesque mountain lake and the hike is a perfect option for families. The hike is also possible along the forest road, this takes about 15 minutes more to the lake. read more Trail conditions From Schladming take provincial highway L722 to Rohrmoos. At the roundabout continue towards Obertal on provincial highway L723. In the village of Untertal make a right after hotel Landauerhof and continue on Obertalstraße until you reach the hiking trail head at Eschachalm. The last 2 kms of the road are a gravel road. Parking is available at the hiking trail head Eschachalm. read more With the Planai buses from Schladming (Planet-Planai, Lendplatz) or Rohrmoos (Rohrmoos-Zentrum) to Eschachalm in Obertal. - Buses of Planai-Hochwurzen-Bahnen: [www.planaibus.at](http://www.planaibus.at) read more Changes in weather patterns, quick falls in temperature, thunderstorms, wind, fog and snow are some of the dangers that can be encountered on a hiking tour. Hosts of alpine huts and mountain refuges have a lot of experience in the mountains and can give good advice about weather and the trails. Poor equipment, overestimation of one's own capabilities, carelessness, poor personal constitution and/or wrong judgement can lead to critical situations. In case of thunderstorms: avoid summits, ridges and steel ropes. **GPS data and orienteering** Available GPS data - just like hiking maps - is only a guidance for orientation and can never depict a trail exactly with all its details. Especially at dangerous spots it is essential to judge on site how to proceed. **In an emergency please call:** - 140 - for Alpine emergencies (all over Austria) - 112 - European GSM emergency number A well-packed backpack is helpful and especially when touring Alpine terrain a tuque, gloves, a windproof jacket and pants are standard equipment. Good, waterproof shoes, sun glasses, sun cream and sufficient beverages are essential too. Torch light, a map of the area, knie and a small first-aid kit should also be in the backpack. **Ankle-high hiking shoes are recommended.** read more We highly recommend a hike to the lake in autumn. The golden larch trees give a special atmosphere to the lake and the cirque. No matter which time of the year - spring, summer or fall - a short walk around the lake is always a good option! From the valley head at Eschachalm further into Obertal the landowners **do not allow to bring along dogs.** Tourist information: [www.schladming.com](http://www.schladming.com) Information about bus schedules: [www.planaibus.at](http://www.planaibus.at) - Hiking map ‘Hiking WEST’ available at the information offices in the region. - Schladming hiking map, 1:25,000, available at the Schladming information office. - Hiking map Schladming-Dachstein, 1:50,000, available at the information offices in the region. - Hiking guide Schladming-Dachstein by Herbert Raffalt, available at the information offices in the region. read more [Fullscreen](https://maps.schladming-dachstein.at/v2/en/gdi_winter/2d/-1/detail/-1/-1/-1/4406/121375237) Along the route ----------------- Schladming copyright: Duisitzkarseehütte no opening times Duisitzkarseehütte [read more](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/en/info-and-service/regional-infrastructure/pois/DAC/5dd6bee9-8062-417b-9c58-6c23df7643e5/duisitzkarseehuette) Schladming no opening times Fahrlechhütte [read more](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/en/info-and-service/regional-infrastructure/pois/DAC/73951191-8844-4e0d-ab63-38ab06eb5343/fahrlechhuette) Schladming copyright: Eschachalm no opening times Eschachalm [read more](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/en/info-and-service/regional-infrastructure/pois/DAC/706c8f33-f904-4d35-9f59-df889ea7e3dc/eschachalm) Wheather predicition ---------------------- today 14.11.2026 Mountain 2°C Valley 6°C Snow Mountain 0 cm Valley 0 cm Wind speed Süd 10 km / h Precipitation Probability 0 % Amount 0 l/m² Sun Sun hours 9.4 h Sunrise 07:08 o clock Sunset 16:30 o clock Dry and sunny throughout the day with hardly any clouds. tomorrow 15.11.2026 Mountain 4°C Valley 5°C Snow Mountain 0.1 cm Valley 0.1 cm Wind speed Süd 10 km / h Precipitation Probability 15 % Amount 0.2 l/m² Sun Sun hours 6.7 h Sunrise 07:10 o clock Sunset 16:29 o clock Early clouds will clear to leave the region with a dry and sunny day. day after tomorrow 16.11.2026 Mountain 3°C Valley 7°C Snow Mountain 1 cm Valley 0.3 cm Wind speed West 10 km / h Precipitation Probability 35 % Amount 1.5 l/m² Sun Sun hours 2.3 h Sunrise 07:11 o clock Sunset 16:28 o clock Sunny and cloudy periods will alternate throughout the day. 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