--- title: Franking url: "https://www.quellenviertel.at/en/about-us/places/franking.html" image: "https://www.quellenviertel.at/fileadmin/user_upload/quellenviertel.at/Logos/animated_quellenviertel_logos_typo3_css.svg" date: 2026-07-17 modified: 2026-07-17 --- # Franking ![Ein Holzsteg führt durch Schilf in den ruhigen Holzöstersee in Franking. Am gegenüberliegenden Ufer stehen Bäume und Wald, die sich zusammen mit dem bewölkten Himmel im Wasser spiegeln.](https://www.quellenviertel.at/fileadmin/_processed_/4/8/csm_Holz%C3%B6sterseeFranking_Quellenviertel_Brothers_10_c38b9fdc2f.jpg "Quellenviertel/Brothers Holzöstersee in Franking mit Holzsteg, Schilf und spiegelnder Waldlandschaft unter bewölktem Himmel.") ![Ein Holzsteg führt durch Schilf in den ruhigen Holzöstersee in Franking. Am gegenüberliegenden Ufer stehen Bäume und Wald, die sich zusammen mit dem bewölkten Himmel im Wasser spiegeln.](https://www.quellenviertel.at/fileadmin/_processed_/4/8/csm_Holz%C3%B6sterseeFranking_Quellenviertel_Brothers_10_2a8a5b4d40.jpg "Quellenviertel/Brothers Holzöstersee in Franking mit Holzsteg, Schilf und spiegelnder Waldlandschaft unter bewölktem Himmel.") © Open copyright © Quellenviertel/Brothers Holzöstersee in Franking mit Holzsteg, Schilf und spiegelnder Waldlandschaft unter bewölktem Himmel. Close copyright Franking Holzöster by the lake ============================== A holiday at Lake Holzöstersee – peace and quiet, nature and true relaxation ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Nestled in the heart of the idyllic moorland of the Alpine foothills lies a place where time passes just a little more slowly. Around Lake **Holzöstersee**, unspoilt nature, warm hospitality and genuine Innviertel cosiness come together. Here you can enjoy excellent Austrian cuisine, a family-friendly atmosphere and plenty of peace and quiet – just the ticket for clearing your head and letting your mind wander. Anyone who thinks peace and quiet is boring hasn’t been to Holzöstersee yet. The warm **moorland lake** is perfect for swimming as early as May. There’s also a wide range of leisure activities on offer, such as **hiking farm golf**, the accessible **moorland nature trail** featuring the Franking Peace Dove, horse-drawn carriage rides, cycling and horse-riding opportunities, or soothing beer baths. Numerous [**accommodation options**](https://www.quellenviertel.at/en/about-us/places/franking/franking-accommodation.html) in various categories – from cosy private rooms to comfortable hotels. Attractive holiday packages make a break at Lake Holzöstersee particularly hassle-free. The big plus about Franking? The soothing tranquillity. No hustle and bustle, no crowds. Just nature, relaxation and that wonderful feeling of having arrived. Or as we’d say here: “It’s great to have you here.” It’s the perfect place to really switch off. [ ![Gruppe Radfahrer fährt hintereinander auf einem Radweg im Entdeckerviertel umgeben von Landschaft und Feldern.](https://www.quellenviertel.at/fileadmin/_processed_/8/0/csm_FeldwegRadfahren_OberoesterreichTourismusQuellenviertelTomSon_afedd1ceac.jpg "Foto Oberösterreich Tourismus/Entdeckerviertel/Tom Son Mehrere Radfahrer auf einem Radweg im Entdeckerviertel umgeben von Landschaft und Feldern.") Cycling and walking ](https://www.quellenviertel.at/en/about-us/places/franking/franking-tours.html) © Open copyright © Foto Oberösterreich Tourismus/Entdeckerviertel/Tom Son Mehrere Radfahrer auf einem Radweg im Entdeckerviertel umgeben von Landschaft und Feldern. Close copyright [ ![Beer time for two\nim Landhotel Moorhof, 5131 Franking](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Landhotel Moorhof, Familie Bauer") 1. Beer vat bath ](https://www.quellenviertel.at/en/about-us/places/franking/oesterreich-angebot/detail/1829/beer-time-for-two.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: Landhotel Moorhof, Familie Bauer Close copyright [ ![The Tractor Roas including farmer"s golf in Franking offers great insights into the Upper Innviertel countryside. Participants can then put their skills to the test on old agricultural equipment at the farmer"s golf course.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Entdeckerviertel/Brothers") 1. Itinerant Farmers’ Golf ](https://www.quellenviertel.at/en/about-us/places/franking/oesterreich-poi/detail/203166/1st-wander-bauerngolf-franking-holzoester-am-see.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: Entdeckerviertel/Brothers Close copyright [ ![Holzöstersee lido in Franking: An idyllic lake surrounded by green trees and shrubs. There is a wooden jetty with several boats and inflatable play equipment in the water. Tables and parasols are set up along the shore, creating an inviting atmosphere.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: TV-Franking") Swimming and water temperature ](https://www.quellenviertel.at/en/about-us/places/franking/oesterreich-poi/detail/201354/holzoestersee-lake.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: TV-Franking Close copyright [ ![A horse-drawn carriage pulled by two horses. The carriage is carrying a group of people who are sitting on the wooden benches and seem to be enjoying an excursion. The surroundings are rural, with lush vegetation and a lake in the background.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: TV-Franking Reiwo") Horse riding and carriage rides ](https://www.quellenviertel.at/en/about-us/places/franking/oesterreich-angebot/detail/7892/horse-drawn-carriage-ride-reitergut-lasser.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: TV-Franking Reiwo Close copyright [ ![Fishing at Holzöstersee in Franking: Two people sit on a bank surrounded by trees and vegetation. They are fishing and enjoying the peaceful surroundings of a body of water nestled in a green, forest-like landscape.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: TV-Franking, Pöllitzer") Fishing at Lake Holzöstersee ](https://www.quellenviertel.at/en/about-us/places/franking/oesterreich-poi/detail/202761/fishing-at-holzoestersee.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: TV-Franking, Pöllitzer Close copyright [ ![Around the Holzöstersee moorland nature trail in Franking: A woman stands on a wooden footbridge in a dense, green forest. A dog accompanies her. The surroundings seem calm and peaceful.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: OÖ.Tourismus") Natural spectacles ](https://www.quellenviertel.at/en/about-us/places/franking/oesterreich-tour/detail/170499/holzoestersee-tour.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: OÖ.Tourismus Close copyright [ ![Bee nature trail in Franking in Franking: A large, three-dimensional wooden sculpture depicting various bees and honeycombs in a geometric pattern. The sculpture is placed on a rock in a green meadow, surrounded by trees. It appears to be an artistic depiction of bees and honeycombs.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Entdeckerviertel AB") Bee Trail ](https://www.quellenviertel.at/en/about-us/places/franking/oesterreich-poi/detail/430030110/bienenlehrpfad-in-franking.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: Entdeckerviertel AB Close copyright [ ![Museum for cinema and television technology in Franking: A large, bright room with shelves and exhibition areas for various electronic devices and cameras. Numerous different camera models and accessories are carefully displayed on the shelves and tables. The room looks like a showroom or salesroom for photographic equipment.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Andrea Bruckmoser") Museum of Cinema and Television Technology ](https://www.quellenviertel.at/en/about-us/places/franking/oesterreich-poi/detail/430024546/museum-fuer-kino-und-fernsehtechnik.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: Andrea Bruckmoser Close copyright Find your perfect accommodation in Franking now! [ Search here ](https://www.quellenviertel.at/en/about-us/places/franking/franking-accommodation.html) Contact details ---------------- **Holzöster Information Office** Holzöster 79 (Holzöster Lido) 5131 Franking [+43 (0) 676 4700 130](tel:+4306764700130) **Opening hours** Tuesday to Friday: 9.00 am – 12.00 pm You might also be interested in: There’s plenty to see here! The Quellenviertel is as colourful as life itself, so there’s always plenty to discover and experience. Here are a few hand-picked suggestions for you. [ ![Ein Mann und eine Frau von Hinten beim Verlassen des Außenbeckens im EurothermenResort Bad Schallerbach, über ihnen Palmenblätter.](https://www.quellenviertel.at/fileadmin/_processed_/0/0/csm_EurothermenResortBadSchallerbachAussenpoolPalmen_OberoesterreichTourismusGmbHRobertMaybach_635279836a.jpg "Foto Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Robert Maybach Der Außenbereich des EurothermenResorts Bad Schallerbach mit Palmen und Südsee-Flair.") Thermal baths ](https://www.quellenviertel.at/en/springs-wellness.html) © Open copyright © Foto Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Robert Maybach Der Außenbereich des EurothermenResorts Bad Schallerbach mit Palmen und Südsee-Flair. Close copyright [ ![Surspeckknödel im Gastgarten beim Rieder Wirt in Ried im Innkreis, serviert in einem Pfandl mit Schnittlauch garniert. Am Tisch sind Tischdeko, Säfte und Bier zu erkennen.](https://www.quellenviertel.at/fileadmin/_processed_/4/0/csm_SurspeckknoedelRiederWirt_OberoesterreichTourismusInnviertelTourismusStefanMayerhofer_60fff614a9.jpg "Foto Oberösterreich Tourismus/SINNVIERTEL Tourismus/Stefan Mayerhofer Surspeckknödel im Gastgarten beim Rieder Wirt in Ried im Innkreis.") Cuisine & Indulgence ](https://www.quellenviertel.at/en/culinary-delights-beer-culture.html) © Open copyright © Foto Oberösterreich Tourismus/SINNVIERTEL Tourismus/Stefan Mayerhofer Surspeckknödel im Gastgarten beim Rieder Wirt in Ried im Innkreis. Close copyright [ ![Im Vordergrund des Bildes sind links und rechts zahlreiche rote Sesselreihen auf einer Wiese zu erkennen. Links und rechts davon Wachsen Bäume und Sträucher. Mittig im Hintergrund erstrecken sich Wiesen und Felder. Und auf der Bühne unterhalb der Stuhlreihen steht eine große Linde.](https://www.quellenviertel.at/fileadmin/_processed_/d/d/csm_DieNaturschaubuehneInFrankenburgBeiTageslicht_QuellenviertelWuerfelspielgemeindeAlbertmoser_560bcf7fff.jpg "Foto Quellenviertel/Würfelspielverein Frankenburg/Albert Moser Eindrücke von den Frankenburger Würfelspielen") Events ](https://www.quellenviertel.at/en/all-events.html) © Open copyright © Foto Quellenviertel/Würfelspielverein Frankenburg/Albert Moser Eindrücke von den Frankenburger Würfelspielen Close copyright [ ![Eine Familie am Aussichtsturm Obernberg im Innviertel. Im Bildhintergrund ist ein Kraftwerk am Inn zu erkennen.](https://www.quellenviertel.at/fileadmin/_processed_/7/4/csm_InnviertelAussichtsturmObernberg_Familie_OberoesterreichTourismusMartinFickert_61578b21dd.jpg "InnviertelAussichtsturmObernberg_Familie_OberoesterreichTourismusMartinFickert") Discover places to visit! ](https://www.quellenviertel.at/en/discover-excursion-destinations.html) © Open copyright © InnviertelAussichtsturmObernberg_Familie_OberoesterreichTourismusMartinFickert Close copyright 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Frequently Asked Questions -------------------------- [ What makes Franking on Lake Holzöstersee so special? ](#ttgNCECollapse492938) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Franking am Holzöstersee is a peaceful, nature-filled holiday resort in the Quellenviertel. Here, moorland, the lake, meadows, woods and home-style cooking all come together. No fuss. Rather: arrive, take a deep breath, and find yourself wanting to stay. [ Where is Franking on Lake Holzöstersee? ](#ttgNCECollapse492939) -------------------------------------------------------------------- Franking is nestled amongst the moorland of the Alpine foothills, not far from Salzburg. It is surrounded by idyllic countryside, green meadows, peaceful paths and the Holzöstersee lake at its heart. [ Why is the Holzöstersee considered a special lake for swimming? ](#ttgNCECollapse492940) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Lake Holzöstersee is one of the warmest lakes for swimming in Austria. Its mild, bog-fed water often reaches pleasant temperatures as early as May. As the lake is no more than 4.7 metres deep, it warms up particularly well in summer. [ Is it possible to go for a swim in the Holzöstersee as early as May? ](#ttgNCECollapse492953) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Yes, the lake is often pleasantly warm as early as May. The information sheets mention temperatures of around 23 to 24 degrees in May, and in the height of summer, 26 degrees is not uncommon. It can’t hurt to give it a go – so you’d better pack your swimming gear. [ What swimming spots are there at Holzöstersee? ](#ttgNCECollapse492954) --------------------------------------------------------------------------- On the north bank, there is a beach resort (admission fee applies) with changing rooms, boat hire and a beach buffet. On the south bank, there is free access to the unspoilt shore, which features a children’s playground, changing rooms, toilets and a buffet; a small parking fee applies there. [ Are dogs allowed at Holzöstersee? ](#ttgNCECollapse492955) -------------------------------------------------------------- The lido has its own dog park – something that isn’t always the case at public lakes. Dogs aren’t allowed in the water, though. So: bring them along, yes; let them swim, no. That’s just the way it is. [ Is it possible to camp right by Lake Holzöstersee? ](#ttgNCECollapse492956) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Yes. There has been a campsite on the eastern shore for many years. Campers can choose between sunny and shaded pitches and enjoy free access to the lake. [ What is Wanderbauerngolf? ](#ttgNCECollapse492957) ------------------------------------------------------ Farmers’ walking golf is a unique blend of walking, playing and farm-style banter. Along the paths are stations built from old agricultural equipment – much like mini-golf, but with a bit more of a countryside feel. [ Is it possible to go fishing at Holzöstersee? ](#ttgNCECollapse492958) -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Yes. The Holzöstersee is an idyllic fishing spot for anglers and nature lovers. Fishing permits are available, and the lake offers a peaceful setting amongst reeds, marshland and water. [ What is there to do in Franking when the weather is bad? ](#ttgNCECollapse492959) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A good tip is the Museum of Cinema and Television Technology in Franking. Spanning over 600 square metres, it showcases historical cinema technology, the history of television and offers a glimpse behind the scenes of film and technology.