Walchensee
The Walchensee and Kochelsee are two of Bavaria's most beautiful lakes, located south of Munich, offering a variety of sightseeing and recreational activities.

🏞️ Discover Walchensee, one of Bavaria's most picturesque mountain lakes.
🌊 Formed by ancient glaciers, it offers stunning natural beauty and diverse activities.

Why Go

✨ Experience the beauty of the Tâlzer Land region, south of Munich
πŸŠβ€β™€οΈ Enjoy swimming, windsurfing, and other watersports on Lake Walchensee
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Hike to Herzogstand mountain for breathtaking views between Walchensee and Kochelsee
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Perfect for family-friendly sightseeing and outdoor adventures
β›ͺ Visit the nearby monastery in Schlehdorf at Lake Kochelsee

Getting There

πŸš† By train: Stations at Benediktbeuern and Kochel am See, less than an hour from Munich
πŸš— By car: Via highway A8 and local streets from Munich (approx. 1 hour to Kochelsee)
🚌 To Walchensee: Accessible by bus and car via the scenic 'Kesselberg' street

Parking

⚠️ Parking spaces at Walchensee are very limited, especially during summer
πŸ…ΏοΈ Plan your visit accordingly, consider public transport or early arrival

Activities

β›΅ Enjoy ship rides on Lake Kochelsee
πŸ„β€β™€οΈ Windsurf and engage in various watersports on Lake Walchensee
⛰️ Explore hiking trails, including the popular route to Herzogstand
πŸš΄β€β™€οΈ Discover bike tours in the surrounding area (more details on German website sections)

Accommodation

🏑 Find hotels, rooms, and vacation rentals around Walchensee and Kochelsee
πŸ“§ Inquire about accommodation directly through the website's booking forms

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