Bavarian Lakes

Day-To-Day Itinerary

8 Day/7 Night Tour

Day 1: Arrival in Munich
Day 2: Munich – Starnberger Lake, 22- 36 mi. (35 - 58 km)
Day 3: Starnberger Lake Murnau or Seehausen at Staffelsee, 28 mi. (45 km)
Day 4: Staffelsee - Garmisch - Partenkirchen – Staffelsee, 25 mi. (40 km + train ride)
Day 5: Seehausen at Staffelsee - Bad Tölz, 28 mi. (45 km)
Day 6: Bad Tölz - Lake Tegern,12 mi. - 37 mi.(20 - 60 km)
Day 7: Lake Tegern - Munich, 16 - 40mi. (25 - 65 km)
Day 8: Departure from Munich

All distances are approximate

Day 1: Arrival in Munich 
After arrival and check-in, you can take the rest of the day to explore Bavaria's capital city, visiting sights such as the English garden, town hall, or the Hofbräuhaus (brewery).  

Day 2: Munich – Starnberger Lake, 22 - 36 mi. (35 - 58  km),  Elevation gain ~990 ft (302 m)
Your first cycling tour brings you from Munich via the Weßlinger and Pilsensee lakes to the Ammersee Lake, the third largest lake in Bavaria. Have a short rest in Herrsching, in order to enjoy the fantastic view of the lake. After passing by the Andech monastery you will reach the Starnberger Lake. Those who would like to make today’s journey a little more comfortable, can cycle directly to the Starnberger Lake.

Day 3: Starnberger Lake - Murnau or Seehausen at Staffelsee, 28 mi. (45 km), Elevation gain ~324 ft (99 m)
Today the bike paths takes you along the eastern side of the Starnberger Lake until you reach Seeshaupt. There is a lovely bathing place just before this where you can cool yourself down. An insider’s tip on this cycling trip is the splendid view over the romantic Riegsee Lake, before you arrive at the Staffelsee Lake. Overnight stay in Murnau or in Seehausen am Staffelsee, which is approximately 2 km away. 

Day 4: Staffelsee - Garmisch - Partenkirchen – Staffelsee, 25 mi. (40 km + train ride)
In the morning you ride to the largest moorlands in middle Europe. The Murnauer mosslands came into being after the last Ice Age. Afterwards you ride along the Loisach River to Garmisch-Partenkirchen. It is possible to take a ride with the Zugspitzbahn up to the highest summit in Germany to enjoy the unique mountain backdrop. After this you return to the Staffelsee Lake by train (included in the travel price).

TIP: Those who prefer a little less cycling, can get to know the Staffel-/Riegsee Lake a little better.

Day 5: Seehausen at Staffelsee - Bad Tölz, 28 mi. (45 km), Elevation gain ~1'492 ft (455 m)
Today’s cycling tour first leads along the Lake Constance-Königssee Lake-cycle path to the Kochelsee Lake. From there you cycle via Benediktbeuern and Bad Heilbrunn to Bad Tölz. The health resort, known through the TV series „Der Bulle von Tölz“, has a lot to offer. The love for tradition and one’s home is still a part of everyday life here.

Day 6: Bad Tölz - Lake Tegern, 12 mi. - 37 mi. (20 - 60 km), Elevation gain ~600 ft (183 m)
Today it is possible for you to choose between different cycling tours to the Tegernsee Lake. Those wanting a comfortable bike ride can ride directly along the cycle path on the Tegernsee Lake (approx. 20 km) and can also go around the Tegernsee Lake (+ approx. 20 km).
Very athletic cyclists or mountain bikers can choose the version along the Isar to the fjord-like Sylvenstein reservoir and via the Achenpass to the Tegernsee Lake (approx. 60 km). Overnight stay in Bad Wiessee.

Day 7: Lake Tegern - Munich, 16 - 40mi. (25 - 65 km), Elevation gain ~492 ft (150 m)
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 (has to be organized by yourself).

Day 8: Individual departure from Munich

7 Day/6 Night Tour

Day 1: Arrival in Munich
The capital city of Bavaria is awaiting you and invites you to visit its many attractions (English Garden, Town Hall, Hofbräuhaus,…).

Day 2: Munich – Murnau am Staffelsee, approx. 65 km
From Munich, the tour starts with a bike ride through Forstenrieder Park to Lake Starnberg. Then you will cycle on the lakeside road to Seeshaupt. You will continue on wonderful ways through rustic Bavarian towns, past the Osterseen lakes and Lake Riegsee to Murnau am Staffelsee.

Day 3: Murnau – Garmisch-Partenkirchen, approx. 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. Therefore, there is still 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.

Day 4: Garmisch-Partenkirchen – Wallgau, approx. 45 km
You will take the train to Scharnitz to bridge an altitude of 300 meters. From there, you will cycle uphill through wildly romantic gorges and lush meadows to the spring of the River Isar. Afterwards, you will cycle back through a sunny valley where you will have a marvellous 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.

Day 5: Bad Tölz, approx. 50 km
Out of Wallgau, pass Isarwinkel, following the turquoise-blue water, the route leads to the impressive Sylvenstein Lake. Crossing the charming landscapes surrounding Lenggries you will come to Bad Tölz. This town is famous for being the crossing of two trading routes (the Isar and the old salt route from Reichenhall to Allgäu) Bad Tölz developed quickly into a booming trading post. The richly decorated middle class houses are evidence of the golden age.

Day 6: Bad Tölz – Munich, approx. 60 km
Be sure to visit Tölzer market street or  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 through the “Grünwalder” forest to Grünwald. The white pebbles beaches invite you to stay. Today's stage to Munich is rich in tourist attractions (monastery Schäftlarn, movie city Geiselgasteig, Hellabrunn Zoo,...).
Alternatively there is the possibility to go from Bad Tölz to Holzkirchen by Oberlandbahn (on your own) and from there to cycle to Munich (approx. 35 km).

Day 7: Departure or extension

9 Day/8 Night Tour

Day 1: Arrival in Munich
The capital city of Bavaria is awaiting you and invites you to visit its many attractions (English Garden, Town Hall, Hofbräuhaus,…).

Day 2: Munich – Lake Starnberg, approx. 35/58 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 to start the trip more comfortable can cycle directly to Lake Starnberg.

Day 3:Murnau - Seehausen am Staffelsee, approx. 45 km
Along the east side of Lake Starnberg you cycle till Seeshaupt. Shortly before, 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.

Day 4: Murnau – Garmisch-Partenkirchen, approx. 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. Therefore, there is still 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.

Day 5: Source of the Isar river – Wallgau/Krün,  (train ride + approx. 45 km)
You will take the train to Scharnitz to bridge an altitude of 300 meters. From there, you will cycle uphill through wildly romantic gorges and lush meadows to the spring of the River Isar. Afterwards, you will cycle back through a sunny valley where you will have a marvellous 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.

Day 6: Bad Tölz, approx. 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 centre. The ornate mansions testify the golden age.

Day 7: Tegernsee, approx.  20 - 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: Munich, approx.  20 - 65 km
The Isar bike way 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.

Day 9: Departure or extension

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