Bathing pleasure - joy and pleasure
- Closeness to nature - bathing pleasure in the crystal clear waters in Bavaria creates a unique connection to nature . The opportunity to bathe in nature offers an intensive experience and helps to develop a deep understanding and appreciation for the environment.
- Physical Activity - Swimming is an excellent form of cardiovascular exercise that promotes both muscle building and improving overall fitness .
- Relaxation - bathing pleasure offers an exciting experience as the cool water calms the body and relaxes the muscles . Additionally, it also calms the mind and helps reduce stress .
Starnberger See (south of Munich)
Starnberger See with Zugspitz panorama
Lake Starnberg is located about 35 km southwest of Munich and is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike. The lake is surrounded by picturesque towns and villages , and its shores offer a variety of recreational activities , such as swimming, boating, fishing and hiking .
It is also an important cultural and historical site , as King Ludwig II of Bavaria died in the lake under mysterious circumstances in 1886. The lake is considered one of the most beautiful in Germany and is also a popular place for scenic boat tours.
Ammersee (west of Munich)
Ammersee
The Ammersee is located about 30 km west of Munich and is one of the largest lakes in the region. It is surrounded by charming towns and villages , and its shores offer a variety of recreational activities, such as swimming, boating, fishing and hiking.
There are also several beaches and parks along the lake , making it a popular destination for families and outdoor enthusiasts. The town of Herrsching, located on the lake's eastern shore, is particularly popular with visitors , and several boat tours are available for those wishing to explore the lake from the water.
Heigl Weiher (north of Munich)
Heiglweiher (secret tip for refreshing bathing pleasure)
The Heiglweiher between Haimhausen and Amperpettenbach is a real insider tip : surrounded by wide fields and a small oak forest , nature lovers will get their money's worth. A spacious lawn on the north bank invites you to relax .
You get into the water via a wooden footbridge - anyone who doesn't want to dive into the lake with a head can use the ladder. To the south of the west bank, a narrow lawn and a gently sloping beach await bathers.
Kochelsee
Kochelsee
It is located about 50 km south of Munich and is one of the largest lakes in the region. The Kochelsee at the foot of Jochberg and Herzogstand would be a dream bathing lake if only the water wasn't so cold.
This is due to the Walchensee power plant at the foot of the Kesselberg, through which ice-cold water constantly flows from the Walchensee into the Kochelsee, 200 meters below. Since the Loisach also provides a constant flow, the water can only warm up slowly . The lake is also an important source of drinking water for the surrounding region.
Schliersee
Schliersee
It is located about 70 km southeast of Munich and is one of the largest lakes in the region. In terms of popularity, the Schliersee has never been able to compete with the Tegernsee, which is four times larger. But that's certainly not a disadvantage, at least not when you look at the lake through the eyes of a bather .
Except for the north-eastern shore with the town of Schliersee, large parts of the 222-hectare Schliersee are untouched and natural - if only it weren't for the road on the eastern shore. The lake is surrounded by a picturesque landscape , and there are several hiking and cycling trails with great views of the lake and the surrounding landscape.
The lake is also an important source of drinking water for the surrounding region.
Wörthsee
Wörthsee
The Wörthsee is the third largest lake in the StarnbergAmmersee region in Upper Bavaria. It is 3.7 km long, 1.2 km wide and 34 m deep. The lake circuit is approx. 12 km long .
The Wörthsee was created from the meltwater of the Ammergletscher. It is considered one of the most beautiful and cleanest Bavarian bathing lakes , although it only has a slow water exchange. It takes about eight years for its water to renew itself.
Walchensee
Walchensee
It is located about 100 km south of Munich and is one of the largest and deepest lakes in the region. The Walchensee is a wonderfully scenic mountain lake in the south of Bavaria. Around Lake Walchensee there is an accessible, undeveloped shore with natural pebble beaches and quiet swimming spots.
The lake is also an important source of drinking water for the surrounding region, and its crystal clear waters are very popular with divers.
Forggensee
Forggensee in the Allgäu
Lake Forggensee is located about 20 km southwest of the city of Kempten and is one of the largest lakes in the region. With its clear, turquoise water, Germany's largest reservoir is a magnet for visitors, which even the fairytale king Ludwig II appreciated .
Clear, turquoise lake water conveys a South Sea feeling , which can be enjoyed to the full at the countless bathing areas . The fifth largest Bavarian lake is easily accessible almost everywhere. The lake is also an important source of drinking water for the surrounding region.
Tegernsee
Tegernsee
With a maximum depth of almost 73 m, the Tegernsee has a rather elongated shape with a width of up to 1.4 km and a length of around 6.5 km. Its area is almost 9 square kilometers with a volume of over 320 million cubic meters .
The crystal clear water of Lake Tegernsee and the surrounding picture-book landscape make Tegernsee one of the most beautiful lakes in Bavaria and even Germany. All 5 towns around the lake (Kreuth, Bad Wiessee, Gmund, the city of Tegernsee and Rottach-Egern) have a lake part and a number of public lake accesses.