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Lechsee circular route

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  • Artwork: "The Lech—The Huchen"
    Artwork: "The Lech—The Huchen"
    Photo: Susanne Lengger, CC BY-SA, Tourismusverband Pfaffenwinkel

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    An idyllic circular route with wonderful views of the Lechsee and the surrounding foothill landscape. Ideal for a relaxed walk or an easy hike.

    moderate
    Distance 8.4 km
    2:30 h
    25 m
    22 m
    739 m
    717 m

    Scenic circular route around the Lech reservoir. Diverse approximately 8 km long route with beautiful views. Easy hiking trail, walking time about 2 hours, dining options are available along the route. Please note: The section of the path along the Lech lakeshore on the Urspring side is not suitable for strollers. A Kneipp basin and various adventure stations can be explored between Lechbruck and the Via Claudia campsite. Pfaffenwinkel: scenic circular hiking trail.

    Author’s recommendation

    Enjoy the peaceful lake landscape and take your time for a break on the shore – perfect photo opportunities included!

    Difficulty
    T1 moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

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    Highest point
    739 m
    Lowest point
    717 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 89.69%Dirt road 1.61%Forested/wild trail 6.40%Road 2.28%
    Asphalt
    7.6 km
    Dirt road
    137 m
    Forested/wild trail
    540 m
    Road
    193 m
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    Safety information

    Please note: The section of the path along the Lech lakeshore on the Urspring side is not suitable for strollers.

    Tips and suggestions

    More information about hikes and sights in the region can be found on the official websites of the Pfaffenwinkel – one of the most beautiful cultural and natural areas in Bavaria. Local tourist information offices and websites about the surroundings around the Lechsee are also recommended.

    Roadbook

    The Lechsee circular route leads around the picturesque Lechsee on well-marked, mostly flat paths. The route passes through diverse nature with views of the lake and the surrounding foothills of the Alps.

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    Kunstobjekt: Der Lech - der Huchen
    Lechstausee Urspring
    Biotopbrücke Lechtal
    Flößermuseum

    Public transport

    By train to Weilheim in Upper Bavaria or Füssen in the Allgäu, from there by bus to Steingaden and onward to Urspring.

    Directions

    Take the A96 to the Landsberg am Lech - West exit, then continue via the B17 to Steingaden and onward to Urspring.

    Parking

    Parking in Urspring or directly at the Lechsee

    Coordinates

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    47.708321, 10.827968
    DMS
    47°42'30.0"N 10°49'40.7"E
    UTM
    32T 637122 5285500
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    Equipment

    The path is easy to walk, but watch out for wet or slippery spots along the lakeshore. Sturdy footwear is recommended.

    Localization

    Parts of this content were machine translated from German.

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    Difficulty
    T1 moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    8.4 km
    Duration
    2:30 h
    Ascent
    25 m
    Descent
    22 m
    Highest point
    739 m
    Lowest point
    717 m
    Round trip Refreshment stops available

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