Water Days—From Egg to Fry

The event “From Egg to Young Fish,” taking place on Friday, October 2, 2026, offers a behind-the-scenes look at the Kreuzstein Fish Farm in Oberburgau on Lake Mondsee.

Topic: Insights into the rearing of native fish species (e.g., for Lake Attersee) and information on water quality, temperature, feeding, and the importance of fish farming for ecological balance.

Target audience: Families, nature enthusiasts, and anyone interested.

Date & Times: Friday, October 2, 2026, with guided tours at 9:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., and 11:00 a.m.

Location: Kreuzstein Fish Farm, Oberburgau 28, 4866 Oberburgau.

Cost: Free (max. 20 people per tour).

Registration: Contact Ms. Gabriela Sperr (Nußdorf a. A. Municipal Office) at 07666/8055-17 or sperr@nussdorf.ooe.gv.at.

The event “From Egg to Young Fish” offers visitors a comprehensive look at the practices and importance of regional fish farming.

Tour Highlights: Expert staff explain on-site how tiny fish eggs are raised into strong young fish, which are later released into regional waters such as Lake Attersee. Participants will learn about the specific conditions required for eggs and young fish, as well as how parameters such as water quality, water temperature, and feeding are monitored. The tour also highlights the important role that fish farming plays in maintaining healthy fish populations and the ecological balance of local lakes.

Event Details at a Glance

• Title: From Egg to Juvenile Fish

• Organizer: Kreuzstein Fish Farm, Federal Office for Water Management, Institute for Aquatic Ecology and Fisheries Management

• Venue: Kreuzstein Fish Farm, Oberburgau 28, 4866 Oberburgau (on Lake Mondsee)

• Date: Friday, October 2, 2026

• Times: Guided tours take place at 9:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., and 11:00 a.m.

• Number of participants: Maximum of 20 people per tour

• Cost: Participation is free

• Target audience: Families, nature lovers, and anyone interested

Registration & Contact: Advance registration is required and can be made through the Nußdorf a. A. municipal office by contacting Ms. Gabriela Sperr:

• Phone: 07666/8055-17

• Email: sperr@nussdorf.ooe.gv.at