Bavarian Lakes
Germany Bike Tours
Bike in Munich and the Bavarian Lakes in Southern Germany!
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- Length7–9 days
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Overview
This bike tour along the best of the Bavarian Lakes begins and end in Munich. As you cycle, you will be surrounded by glorious mountain panoramas and deep blue lakes, and pass through typical Bavarian villages. The route includes well signposted and paved cycle paths including Isar, Lake of Constance King's Sea, and Via Bavarica Tyrolensis.
Highlights
- Munich
- View over romantic Riegsee
- The highest peak of Germany
- Source of the Isar
- Panoramic views
- Bavarian history culture, food, landscapes
- Pristine lakes
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Itinerary
Day 1: Munich
Day 2: Munich - Seehausen am Staffelsee, 31 or 44 mi. (50 or 70 km)
Day 3: Staffelsee - Garmisch-Partenkirchen, 25 mi. (40 km)
Day 4: Garmisch-Partenkirchen – Wallgau/Krün, 28 or 45 mi. (45 or 72 km)
Day 5: Wallgau/Krün - Bad Tölz, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 6: Bad Tölz - Tegernsee, 12 or 25 mi. (20 or 40 km)
Day 7: Tegernsee - Munich, 16 or 40 mi. (25 or 65 km)
Day 8: Individual DepartureDay 1: Munich
Individual arrival to the Bavarian capital. Worth seeing is the English garden with its Chinese tower, the church Frauenkirche and the Nymphenburg Palace.Sample accommodation:
Hotel ACHAT Premium München-SüdDay 2: Munich - Seehausen am Staffelsee, 31 or 44 mi. (50 or 70 km)
Your first bike stage leads you through the Forstenrieder Park to Lake Starnberg. You can cycle along the Lake or shorten the stage to approx. 48 km by boat (on your own, possible daily from 01st May). A real insider hint is a gorgeous view over the romantic Riegsee before you reach the artist place Murnau am Staffelsee.Sample accommodation:
Gasthof Zum SternDay 3: Seehausen am Staffelsee - Garmisch- Partenkirchen, 25 mi. (40 km)
In the morning you cycle to the largest moor area of Central Europe. The “Murnauer Moos” arose after the last Ice Age. After that you go along the crystal-clear river Loisach to Garmisch-Partenkirchen. It is possible to go to the highest peak of Germany by train “Zugspitzbahn” and enjoy the unique mountain stage and the clear mountain air.Sample accommodation:
Atlas PosthotelDay 4: Garmisch- Partenkirchen - Wallgau/Krün, 28 or 45 mi. (45 or 72 km)
By bike or train, first to Scharnitz. Train ticket is not included. From Scharnitz you cycle to the picturesque source of the Isar. On the way back you can enjoy the magnificent panoramic view over the Karwendel Mountains.Sample accommodation:
Hotel Bayerischer HofDay 5: Wallgau/Krün - Bad Tölz, 31 mi. (50 km)
The stage today leads you over the Isarwinkel to Sylvensteinstausee. Across Lenggries it goes along the turquoise-blue Isar to Bad Tölz. The location at the crossroads of two trade routes - the River Isar and the old salt route from Reichenhall to Allgäu - quickly became a thriving trading center. The ornate mansions testify the golden age.Sample accommodation:
Hotel Tölzer HofDay 6: Bad Tölz - Tegernsee, 12 or 25 mi. (20 or 40 km)
After a short time (approx. 20 km) you can enjoy the view over the Tegernsee and relax on the lakefront for the rest of the day. Very sportive cyclists can circle the Tegernsee (+ approx. 20 km).Day 7: Tegernsee - Munich, 16 or 40 mi. (25 or 65 km)
The Cycle Path Via Bavarica Tyrolensis brings you directly from Tegernsee back to the Bavarian capital. Anyone who wants can shorten the stage per Oberlandbahn to about 25 km.Sample accommodation:
Hotel ACHAT Premium München-SüdDay 8: Individual Departure
Departure or extension of trip.Day 1: Munich
Day 2: Munich - Seehausen am Staffelsee, 31 or 44 mi. (50 or 70 km)
Day 3: Seehausen am Staffelsee - Garmisch-Partenkirchen, 25 mi. (40 km)
Day 4: Garmisch - Partenkirchen, - Wallgau/Krün, train ride + approx. 29 mi. (45 km)
Day 5: Wallgau/Krün - Bad Tölz, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 6: Munich, 22 or 40 mi. (35 or 65 km)
Day 7: Individual departureDay 1: Munich
Individual arrival to the Bavarian capital. Worth seeing is the English garden with its Chinese tower, the church Frauenkirche and the Nymphenburg Palace.Sample accommodation:
Hotel ACHAT Premium München-SüdDay 2: Munich - Seehausen am Staffelsee, 31 or 44 mi. (50 or 70 km)
Your first bike stage leads you through the Forstenrieder Park to Lake Starnberg. You can cycle along the Lake or shorten the stage to approx. 48 km by boat. This is available from May 1. A real insider hint is the gorgeous view over the romantic Riegsee before you reach the artist place Murnau am Staffelsee.Sample accommodation:
Gasthof Zum SternDay 3: Seehausen am Staffelsee - Garmisch-Partenkirchen, 25 mi. (40 km)
In the morning you cycle to the largest moor area of Central Europe. The “Murnauer Moos” arose after the last Ice Age. You then bike along the crystal-clear river Loisach to Garmisch-Partenkirchen. It is possible to go to the highest peak of Germany by train “Zugspitzbahn” and enjoy the unique mountain stage and the clear mountain air.Sample accommodation:
Atlas PosthotelDay 4: Garmisch - Partenkirchen, - Wallgau/Krün, train ride + approx. 29 mi. or 45 mi. (45 km + train ride or 72 km)
Today you can start your trip with a train ride if you prefer the lesser mileage option and therefore can easily manage 300 m in altitude differences. From Scharnitz you cycle to the pictorial source of the Isar. On the way back you enjoy the magnificent panoramic view over the Karwendel Mountains.Sample accommodation:
Hotel Bayerischer HofDay 5: Wallgau/Krün - Bad Tölz, 31 mi. (50 km)
The stage today leads you over the Isarwinkel to Sylvensteinstausee. Across Lenggries it goes along the turquoise-blue Isar to Bad Tölz, a well know spa town. The location at the crossroads of two trade routes - the River Isar and the old salt route from Reichenhall to Allgäu - quickly became a thriving trading center. The ornate mansions testify the golden age.Sample accommodation:
Hotel Tölzer HofDay 6: Munich, 22 or 40 mi. (35 or 65 km)
You must stop and visit the Tölzer market street or on the baroque double church with the two slender towers (“crown from Tölz”) on the Kalvarienberg before you cycle along the glacier green Isar towards Munich. You go direct on the Isar cycle path through Geretsried and Wolfratshausen and through the “Grünwalder” forest to Grünwald. The white pebble benches are good place to rest. Today's stage to Munich is full of tourist attractions (monastery Schäftlarn, movie city Geiselgasteig, Hellabrunn Zoo,...). Alternatively, it is possible to go from Bad Tölz to Holzkirchen viva Oberlandbahn (train) and from there to cycle to Munich (approx. 35 km).Sample accommodation:
Hotel ACHAT Premium München-SüdDay 7: Individual departure
Or extension of trip.Day 1: Arrival in Munich
Day 2: Munich – Lake Starnberg, 22 or 36 mi. (35 or 58 km)
Day 3: Lake Starnberg - Seehausen am Staffelsee, 28 mi. (45 km)
Day 4: Seehausen am Staffelsee - Garmisch-Partenkirchen, 25 mi. (40 km)
Day 5: Garmisch-Partenkirchen – Wallgau/Krün, 28 or 45 mi. (45 or 72 km)
Day 6: Wallgau/Krün - Bad Tölz, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 7: Bad Tölz - Tegernsee, 13 or 25 mi. (20 or 40 km)
Day 8: Tegernsee - Munich, 16 or 41 mi. (25 or 65 km)
Day 9: Departure or extensionDay 1: Arrival in Munich
Individual arrival to the Bavarian capital. Worth seeing is the English garden with its Chinese tower, the church Frauenkirche and the Nymphenburg Palace.Sample accommodation:
Hotel ACHAT Premium München-Süd
Day 2: Munich – Lake Starnberg, 22 or 36 mi. (35 or 58 km)
Your first bike stage leads you from Munich via the lakes Weßlinger and Pilsensee to Lake Ammersee, the third largest lake in Bavaria. Allow yourselves a little break in Herrsching to enjoy the fantastic view over the lake. Past the Abbey Andechs you reach Lake Starnberg. For those who would like less mileage, you can cycle directly to Lake Starnberg.
Day 3: Lake Starnberg - Seehausen am Staffelsee, 28 mi. (45 km)
Along the east side of Lake Starnberg, you cycle until Seeshaupt. Shortly before arrival, there is a nice swimming area where you can cool off on hot days. A real insider tip is the fantastic view over the Riegsee, before you reach Murnau am Staffelsee.Sample accommodation:
Gasthof Zum Stern
Day 4: Seehausen am Staffelsee - Garmisch-Partenkirchen, 25 mi. (40 km)
First, you will cycle through the natural reserve called Murnauer Moos (largest swamp area of Central Europe). Later, you will continue your tour through unspoiled nature following the River Loisach to Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The stage is intentionally brief to allow enough time for an individual trip with the Zugspitzbahn, a mountain railway. At an altitude of 2962 meters, you will have a wonderful view of the Alps.Sample accommodation:
Atlas Posthotel
Day 5: Garmisch-Partenkirchen – Wallgau/Krün, 28 or 45 mi. (45 or 72 km)
You can take the train to Scharnitz to bridge an altitude of 300 meters (not included in tour price) or you can cycle the entire distance. From Scharnitz, you will cycle uphill through wildly romantic gorges and lush meadows to the spring of the River Isar. Afterward, you will cycle back through a sunny valley where you will have a marvelous panoramic view of the mountains of Karwendel and Wettersteingebirge, passing Mittenwald and finally arriving in Wallgau – a place where the Bavarian tradition is still a part of everyday life.Sample accommodation:
Hotel Bayerischer Hof
Day 6: Wallgau/Krün - Bad Tölz, 31 mi. (50 km)
Passing the Isarwinkel, you will follow the crystal-clear, turquoise waters of the impressive Lake Sylvenstein. Cycling through charming landscapes, you will pass Lenggries and finally arrive in Bad Tölz. The location at the crossroads of two trade routes - the River Isar and the old salt route from Reichenhall to Allgäu - quickly became a thriving trading center. The ornate mansions testify the golden age.Sample accommodation:
Hotel Tölzer Hof
Day 7: Bad Tölz - Tegernsee, 13 or 25 mi. (20 or 40 km)
You will cycle through the scenic Tegernsee countryside to Gmund at Lake Tegernsee where you will have a beautiful panoramic view of the lake. Following the valley Gaißbach, you will come back to Bad Tölz. The thermal waters of the famous spa “Alpamare” will help you to refresh your tired muscles. The Tölzer Market Street invites you to learn more about the famous television series “Der Bulle von Tölz”.
Day 8: Tegernsee - Munich, 16 or 41 mi. (25 or 65 km)
The Isar bikeway leads you from Bad Tölz over Geretsried and Wolfratshausen directly to Grünwald. After a few short climbs, you will arrive back in Bavaria’s state capital Munich, where you can explore its countless sights and attractions.Sample accommodation:
Hotel ACHAT Premium München-Süd
Day 9: Departure or extensionAll distances are approximate.
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Hotels & Bikes
This tour features 3 and 4 star hotels and inns. Below is a sample hotel list (based on availability):
München, Hotel ACHAT Premium München-Süd, Hotel Holiday Inn München Süd
Murnau, Hotel Klausenhof, Hotel am Park
Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Atlas Posthotel, Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten
Krün, Hotel Bayerischer Hof
Seehausen am Staffelsee, Gasthof Zum Stern
Bad Tölz, Hotel Tölzer HofBicycles
Inclusions
What’s Included
- Overnight accommodations in 3 and 4-star hotels and inns
- Breakfast buffets
- Detailed travel documents (route descriptions, maps, tourist information)
- Drink voucher in Ambach
- Bicycle rental NuVinci internal gear shift hub unisex freewheel bike with two pannier bags, odometer, air pump, repair kit, & lock
- Luggage transfer (unlimited number of pieces per person) between 9 am and 6 pm
- Route descriptions and maps (1 set per booked room)
- Train ride Garmisch - Partenkirchen - Scharitz
- GPS data on request
- 7-day service hotline
What’s Not Included
- Individual arrival to Munich
- Any other train travel or scenic rides mentioned in itinerary
- Visitor’s tax (to be paid on arrival) €2-5 per person
- Remaining meals
- Travel Insurance
Dates & Pricing
Dates
Daily arrivals possible from April 18 to September 9, 2023
Please Note
- Rates are per person, based on double occupancy
- Tour prices are based on the fuel costs at time prices are set, often months or years in advance. In rare cases, additional fees may apply for fuel cost increases.
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- Please see our FAQ
Pricing
2023
Daily arrivals possible from April 18 to September 9, 2023
7 days 8 days 9 days Early season
April 18 to April 29$ 1399 £ 735 $ 1,240 € 833 ₪ 3380 ¥ 127469 NZ$ 1508 NOK 10197 kr 9908 $ 912 $ 1601 £ 840 $ 1,419 € 953 ₪ 3867 ¥ 145832 NZ$ 1725 NOK 11666 kr 11336 $ 1,043 $ 1802 £ 946 $ 1,597 € 1073 ₪ 4354 ¥ 164195 NZ$ 1943 NOK 13135 kr 12763 $ 1,175 Season 1
April 30 to May 12$ 1784 £ 937 $ 1,581 € 1062 ₪ 4310 ¥ 162511 NZ$ 1923 NOK 13000 kr 12632 $ 1,162 $ 1985 £ 1042 $ 1,760 € 1182 ₪ 4797 ¥ 180874 NZ$ 2140 NOK 14469 kr 14060 $ 1,294 $ 2220 £ 1166 $ 1,968 € 1322 ₪ 5365 ¥ 202298 NZ$ 2393 NOK 16183 kr 15725 $ 1,447 Season 2
May 13 to June 19$ 1817 £ 954 $ 1,611 € 1082 ₪ 4391 ¥ 165572 NZ$ 1959 NOK 13245 kr 12870 $ 1,184 $ 2019 £ 1060 $ 1,790 € 1202 ₪ 4878 ¥ 183935 NZ$ 2176 NOK 14714 kr 14298 $ 1,316 $ 2271 £ 1192 $ 2,013 € 1352 ₪ 5486 ¥ 206888 NZ$ 2448 NOK 16550 kr 16082 $ 1,480 Season 3
June 20 - September 9$ 1851 £ 972 $ 1,641 € 1102 ₪ 4472 ¥ 168632 NZ$ 1995 NOK 13490 kr 13108 $ 1,206 $ 2053 £ 1078 $ 1,819 € 1222 ₪ 4959 ¥ 186995 NZ$ 2212 NOK 14959 kr 14536 $ 1,338 $ 2304 £ 1210 $ 2,043 € 1372 ₪ 5568 ¥ 209949 NZ$ 2484 NOK 16795 kr 16320 $ 1,502 Single supplement $ 470 £ 247 $ 417 € 280 ₪ 1136 ¥ 42847 NZ$ 507 NOK 3428 kr 3331 $ 306 $ 521 £ 273 $ 462 € 310 ₪ 1258 ¥ 47437 NZ$ 561 NOK 3795 kr 3687 $ 339 $ 571 £ 300 $ 506 € 340 ₪ 1380 ¥ 52028 NZ$ 616 NOK 4162 kr 4044 $ 372 Triple and quad room discounts on request.
Surcharge could occur with overnight in Munich due to fairs, festivals, etc.
Extra Options
Electric bicycle rental (Unisex touring bike with freewheel and stepless gear shift): $ 202 £ 106 $ 179 € 120 ₪ 487 ¥ 18363 NZ$ 217 NOK 1469 kr 1427 $ 131
Guaranteed luggage arrival by 3pm: $ 49 £ 26 $ 43 € 29 ₪ 118 ¥ 4438 NZ$ 53 NOK 355 kr 345 $ 32
Extra nights
Munich:
Double/twin: $ 161 £ 85 $ 143 € 96 ₪ 390 ¥ 14690 NZ$ 174 NOK 1175 kr 1142 $ 105 Single: $ 277 £ 146 $ 246 € 165 ₪ 670 ¥ 25249 NZ$ 299 NOK 2020 kr 1963 $ 181Extra Info
Skill Level — Easy–Moderate
This is an easy to moderate self-guided hotel tour. Distances cycled per day range from 22 to 40 miles. You will cycle on a varied terrain that does include uphill terrain each day. You cycle on well-signposted and paved cycle paths (Isar, Lake Constance, King’s Sea, and Bavarica Tyrolensis cycle path) as well as on quiet side roads, very short sections on main roads, and partially unpaved roads.
Airport Info
Fly to Munich International Airport (MUC) located 28 km northeast of Munich, near the city of Freising.
Local Travel
The S1 and S8 S-Bahn lines connect the airport to the Munich city center at 10-minute intervals. The S1 travels via the west of the city and the S8 via the east. The trip to the main railway station at the city center (Hauptbahnhof München) takes approx. 35 minutes. You can take a taxi from Central Station to your first hotel or public transportation.
Climate
The Bavaria region lies in the continental climate zone with distinct seasons. Between May and September, skies are mostly sunny and temperatures are pleasantly warm. Please check local conditions before arrival. A good web site to visit to research average high/low temperatures, average rainfall and more is weatherbase.com. Average high/low temperatures in °F for Munich: April 53°/36°, May 63°/44°, June 68°/50°, July 72°/54°, August 73°/54°, and September 66°/48°.
Remarks
Electric bicycle available for this tour!
Important to know
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Tour Operator
This tour is run by Austria Rad Reisen.
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