Lake Eibsee

Directly at the bottom of the Zugspitze, lies one of the most beautiful lakes in the Bavarian Alps - the Eibsee. Formed more than 3000 years ago by a landslide, the mountain lake offers a variety of sporting activities and excursions.

In summer, the Eibsee invites you to swim in the crystal clear water in addition to various hiking trails. Sporty people can rent pedal boats, rowing boats and stand up paddle boards and explore the lake on their own. Those who prefer it a little quieter can take a round trip on an electric boat - always with the Wetterstein Mountains and Zugspitze in view. You can find all the information here: boat rental

Even in winter, the Eibsee with its picturesque winter landscape is absolutely worth seeing. The Eibsee circular trail is also passable in winter. In January, the lake is often completely frozen which gives the landscape something magical.

The Zugspitze cable car, opened in 2017, is located in the immediate vicinity of the Eibsee and you can go directly to the Zugspitze.

Good to know:

•     Camping or spending the night at the Eibsee is prohibited.
•     The Eibsee is located in the water protection area

By public transport

• by EIBSEE bus (commutes between Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Grainau and Eibsee) - the bus stop is 100 meters from the lake.Timetable Eibsee Bus
• by cogwheel train of the Bavarian Zugspitzbahn BZB (commutes between Garmisch-Partenkirchen - Grainau - Eibsee - Zugspitze) - Zugspitz railway station is located 300 m from the lake.Timetable cogwheel train

By car

We are only one hour away from Munich via the A95 motorway and only 10min from Garmisch-Partenkirchen via Grainau.

Parking fees

At Eibsee, public parking is available for a fee from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.

There is no parking available for camping vehicles of any kind. Maximum vehicle height: 2.1 meters. Overnight parking is not allowed.

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Have fun in refreshing water

Pack your swimming trunks, air mattress, water wings and everything you can use for the water. Families can have an unforgettable day at the beautifully landscaped pebble beach on the south side.

Hiking fun and strawberry ice cream

The 7.4 km long lakeside path around the Eibsee is also easily accessible with strollers. There are also plenty of places where kids can put their feet in the lake or go for a swim. As a reward after the hike there is an ice cream at the "Eishütterl am See" for all foodies.

Playground at the Eibseealm

Only a 10-minute walk from the lake is the Eibsee-Alm with a beautiful playground for children. With swings, climbing tower and tractor, the smallest guests can really let off steam while parents sit comfortably on the terrace.

Boat rental at the Eibsee

SUPs, as well as rowing boats and pedal boats can be rented at the Eibsee. Some pedal boats are equipped with a slide, which makes the boat trip even more interesting.
On the other hand, if you want to learn more about the lake, you can take a round trip with the electric boat "Reserl". During the 25-minute round trip, passing the islands and beautiful bays, the captain explains the history of its creation and you can lie back and relax.
You can find more information here: Boat rental Eibsee

After a hike around the Eibsee or a hot summer's day in the cool water, your stomach growls. In the beer garden directly at the lake or lake restaurant, tarte flambée, grilled specialties or Bavarian cuisine await you.