Easy hike at Sylvenstein lake (and a surprise at the summit)
Sylvenstein Lake
This blog post describes an easy 3.5-hour hike to Hochalm near Sylvenstein Lake, an artificial lake one hour from Munich known for its turquoise color and stunning bridge, offering beautiful views and a manageable challenge for the start of the hiking season.

📜 An artificial lake known for its unique turquoise color and stunning bridge.
🏞️ Offers easy hikes, breathtaking views, and a serene natural escape.

Why Go

🌊 Experience the unique turquoise lake and stunning bridge
🚶‍♀️ Enjoy an easy 3.5-hour hike to Hochalm with valley views
📸 Discover an easily accessible viewpoint with panoramic lake vistas
🌸 Witness green scenery and growing flowers in spring

🥾 Hiking

⛰️ Hochalm Hike:
📍 Destination: Hochalm (1428 meters)
📏 Distance: Approximately 6 km
⬆️ Altitude Difference: Approximately 670 meters
⏱️ Duration: 3.5 hours
➡️ Starting Point: Right side of the parking area (east), steep path, follow signs to „Hochalm“ or “Hoch-Alm”.
🎒 Note: No restaurants or huts on this route; bring your own food and drinks.
❄️ Snow leftovers might be present at higher altitudes early in the season.
🗺️ Alternative Hikes: More difficult options (6-8 hours, ~900m altitude difference) are available for experienced hikers.

🚗 Getting There

🚗 By Car: Easiest way to reach Sylvenstein Lake, as no public transport is mentioned.
📍 Navigation: Use "Sylvenstein 1, 83661 Lenggries" for your navigation system.

🅿️ Parking

🅿️ Upon arrival, turn left before the lake and follow the street signs to „Achensee“.
➡️ A small parking lot on the side of the road will be found after approximately 3.8 kilometers.

Why Avoid

🍽️ No food or drink facilities directly on the Hochalm hike route, so come prepared.
🚌 Limited public transport options; a car is highly recommended for access.

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