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  • The Riegsee in the district of Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
    The Riegsee in the district of Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Photo: Teresa, stock.adobe.com

Riegsee

Discover the picturesque Riegsee in Germany with its breathtaking landscapes, cultural highlights, and outdoor activities.

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Attractions at Riegsee


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Maps and trails
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 289.5 km
Duration 22:04 h
Ascent 2,768 m
Descent 2,763 m

Multi-day leisure cycling route along the picturesque Loisach and Isar rivers. Along the entire route, an overwhelming nature and mountain panorama ...

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from Stadt Wolfratshausen,   Tölzer Land Tourismus
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 47.2 km
Duration 3:45 h
Ascent 405 m
Descent 398 m

Pre-Alpine idyll, charming Bavarian villages, a gigantic panorama, and crystal-clear bathing lakes – all combined in this long but technically easy ...

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from Andrea Mohr,   Zugspitz Region
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 72.7 km
Duration 5:15 h
Ascent 381 m
Descent 381 m

This 72-kilometer section between the three museums can technically be mastered in one day. For e-bikers, even effortlessly.

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from Andreas Klausmann,   Tourismusverband Pfaffenwinkel
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 72.5 km
Duration 5:10 h
Ascent 266 m
Descent 266 m

The 72-km loop starts in Kochel, alternative starting points are Murnau or Penzberg, all three with train connections.

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from Andreas Klausmann,   Tourismusverband Pfaffenwinkel
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 17.4 km
Duration 4:46 h
Ascent 252 m
Descent 217 m

The 3rd stage of the Meditation Path Ammergau Alps takes us across the Blue Land from Murnau to Aidling.

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from Thorsten Günthert (www.best-mountain-artists.de),   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 52.1 km
Duration 3:50 h
Ascent 234 m
Descent 234 m

The 52km loop connects the two museum sites Penzberg and Murnau via the artist village Sindelsdorf - filled with magnificent views over the ...

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from Andreas Klausmann,   Tourismusverband Pfaffenwinkel
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 63.9 km
Duration 4:55 h
Ascent 459 m
Descent 459 m

A cycling route for connoisseurs who love both nature and culture equally! It starts at the Schloßmuseum Murnau.

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from Andreas Klausmann,   Tourismusverband Pfaffenwinkel
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 259.9 km
Duration 17:55 h
Ascent 1,207 m
Descent 1,173 m

From Oberhaching via Holzkirchen and Warngau to Gmund. This section of the Wasser-Radlwege Bayern leads through the gentle foothills to Lake ...

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from Regionalentwicklung Oberland,   Alpenregion Tegernsee Schliersee
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 36.9 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 250 m
Descent 250 m

Start is the hiking parking lot in Iffeldorf at the Osterseen. Towards Starberger See, you pass many ponds in a large loop to the Riegsee, which ...

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from Bernd Schaper,   Community
Hiking Trail · Zugspitz Region
Around Riegsee
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate closed
Distance 14.6 km
Duration 3:30 h
Ascent 60 m
Descent 60 m

Quiet hours in the Blue Land

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from Johannes Renfordt,   Community
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The Riegsee is located in beautiful Bavaria, about 60 kilometers southwest of Munich. The idyllic location at the foot of the Alps makes it a popular destination for nature lovers and those seeking relaxation.


Geographical location and features

The Riegsee is situated in the middle of the Loisach-Kochelsee moor area and is part of the Pfaffenwinkel region. With an area of about 0.6 square kilometers, it is one of the smaller lakes in Germany. The lake is about 29 meters deep and offers an impressive backdrop of clear water and surrounding mountains.


Tourist attractions

A main attraction at Riegsee is Ellbach Castle, a historic water castle from the 17th century. Visitors can explore the magnificent gardens here or join a guided tour of the castle.


Cultural highlights and events

In the vicinity of Riegsee, there are numerous cultural events such as concerts, theater performances, and art exhibitions. A special highlight is the annual fisherman's jousting on the lake, where brave participants compete on boats, trying to knock each other into the water with long poles.


Culinary specialties

The region around Riegsee is known for its traditional Bavarian cuisine. Here you can enjoy hearty delicacies like Weißwurst, pretzels, and Obatzda. The local beer varieties are also worth trying!


Outdoor activities

Riegsee offers a variety of outdoor activities for nature lovers. You can walk along the lakeside promenade, take bike tours in the area, or rent a boat and paddle on the lake. In summer, the clear water invites you to swim and enjoy water sports.

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