Fascinating Lakes of Salzburg and the Enchanted Lakes of Styria: Two brand-new episodes of the documentary series “Land of Lakes: Austria””

On Monday, October 27, at 8:15 p.m. on 3sat, “Fascinating Lakes in Salzburg” takes viewers to the Salzburg region, home to more than 180 lakes. At 9:05 p.m., “The Enchanted Lakes of Styria” follows.

8:15 p.m.: Lake District Austria – Fascinating Lakes in Salzburg

Whether it’s Lake Wolfgang, the Kaprun reservoirs, or the lakes in the Flachgau region – they all promise moments of happiness. From Mount Schafberg, you can enjoy a panoramic view of nine lakes. At Lake Wolfgang, water sports offer an adrenaline rush, as does the via ferrata on the Kaprun dam wall. Things are more peaceful in the moors and while fishing. The town of Henndorf on Lake Wallersee is dedicated to literature. The poet Johannes Freumbichler was born in the local literature house, and his grandson Thomas Bernhard inherited his passion for writing.

9:05 p.m.: Lake District Austria – The Enchanted Lakes of Styria

Whether it’s ballooning over Lake Stubenberg, horseback riding by Lake Grundl, hiking around the Green Lake, or eerie tales at Lake Ingering – this documentary offers insights into the diversity of Styrian lakes. In the heart of Styria lies the man-made Lake Stubenberg. The mild climate around the lake is ideal for apple growing. Balloon entrepreneur Andreas Flaggl appreciates the perfect thermal conditions there, while triathletes Katharina Leidenfrost and Gerald Langmann love the thrill of the annual triathlon held at the lake