Nature in and around Munich at its best
Gently undulating green hills where Bavarian cows graze in peace, picturesque farming communities huddled around towering onion-top spires where old traditions are lovingly preserved, glittering crystal-clear lakes and imposing mountain summits that turn into a white winter wonderland – that’s what Munich’s scenic surroundings that teem with attractive destinations are all about.
Tegernsee-Schliersee-Wendelstein (approx. 59 miles/95 km) »
The water in the holiday region of Tegernsee-Schliersee-Wendelstein has a very special history.
Königssee, Berchtesgadener Land (approx. 124 miles/200 km) »
The emerald-green Königssee near Berchtesgaden is surrounded by steep walls of rock, with the 1800-metre east wall of the Watzmann towering above its west shore.
Chiemsee, the "Bavarian Sea" (approx. 81 miles/130 km) »
The basins of the Chiemsee and many enchanting lakes are traces of glaciers pouring out of the mountains into the foothills.
Englischer Garten, Munich (approx. 25 miles/40 km) »
The "English Garden" is Munich's largest urban public park and offers a lot of attractions: Enjoy a great view from the "Monopteros" or visit the famous beer garden at the "Chinesischer Turm".
Lake Staffelsee, Murnau (approx. 68 miles/110 km) »
The Staffelsee and Murnau were a source of inspiration for many artists, as documented in the Murnau home of Gabriele Münter and Wassily Kandinsky.
Starnberg ‘Five Lakes Country’ (approx. 46 miles/75 km) »
Beer gardens, picturesque villages, houses with painted facades – Upper Bavaria’s towns and landscapes appear to come straight out of a fairy tale.
Rose Island and Casino, Starnberger See (approx. 43 miles/70 km) »
Rose Island with its small island villa, the "Casino", and a rose garden also designed by Lenné, was one of the favourite places of Maximilian's son Ludwig II
