Ebensee

Ebensee Review

To get to Bad Ischl from Gmunden, take Route 145 along the western shore of the Traunsee—note the Traunstein, Hochkogel, and Erlakogel peaks on the eastern side, the latter nicknamed "Die schlafende Griechen" ("The Slumbering Greek Girl")—and then along the Traun River. At Ebensee is the chance to enjoy the overwhelming karst scenery of the limestone Alps from above by using the You can also take a train to Gmunden via Attnang-Puchheim from Salzburg, or from the main station in Linz.

cable car up the Feuerkogel mountain. Rudolf-Ipplisch-Platz 4, Gmunden. 06133/52190. €17. May 15-Oct. 10, hrs vary.