Taferlklaussee

Coordinates: 47°50′34″N 13°37′37″E / 47.84278°N 13.62694°E / 47.84278; 13.62694
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Taferlklaussee
Taferklaussee Lake as seen from Aurachkar, Austria
Taferlklaussee is located in Upper Austria
Taferlklaussee
Taferlklaussee
LocationUpper Austria
Coordinates47°50′34″N 13°37′37″E / 47.84278°N 13.62694°E / 47.84278; 13.62694
Typemountain lake
Basin countriesAustria
Max. length170 m (560 ft)
Max. width80 m (260 ft)
Surface elevation800 m (2,600 ft)

The Taferlklaussee was created in 1716 by the damming of the Aurach Creek. The lake can be reached on foot by a 3.5-hour hike from the village of Altmünster in Upper Austria.

The lake's clear water is of drinking water quality. In winter, the lake is used for skating and curling.