Chiemsee to Königssee

Experience traditional Bavaria in Oberbayern!

In the land of maypoles and over 1000 types of beer, enjoying beautiful bike rides is also very important. Are you familiar with Bavaria's beautiful lake landscape? No? Then discover the blue beauties during this Active on holiday bike tour from Chiemsee to Königssee. Immerse yourself in historical anecdotes and sights, Bavarian traditions and culinary delights and the idyllic natural landscape.

Details about the cycling tour from Chiemsee to Königssee

The cycling tour starts at the Chiemsee, the largest lake in Bavaria. First start with a walk with the Chiemsee in the background, which ensures that your holiday starts relaxed. For the first three days, you will explore this natural blue beauty. You will cycle approximately 60 kilometres on the ring road along the banks of the Chiemsee.

From the "Bavarian Lake" the following three stages on the bicycle saddle via the spa towns Inzell, Bad Reichenhall, also known for its brine sources, continue to Berchtesgaden. The route runs between the mountains along the Saalach. Arriving in Berchtesgaden, enjoy the beautiful lake and mountain scenery, as well as the traditional city centre.

The highlights of the cycling tour at a glance

  • Chiemsee Islands: The diverse lake has some treasures to offer. Do you know the islands of Bavarian Lake? Picturesque fishing villages, artists' colonies and the beautiful palace of King Ludwig II await you.

  • Bad Reichenhall: The spa town of Bad Reichenhall is located in the middle of the Bavarian Alps and overwhelms you with its special flair. Relaxation, culture and hospitality are paramount: a wellness day in the thermal baths or a trip to the top of the Predigtstuhl with the oldest cable car in the world.

Worth knowing about the bike tour from Chiemsee to Königssee

The bike tour is easy and suitable for everyone. Short stages and few slopes ensure that pleasure cycling takes centre stage. Some parts of the stages require a little more effort on the slightly hilly cycle paths.

This tour has been graded as Medium. Find out more about our cycling holiday difficulty levels.

Tour information
Medium
  • 7 Days / 6 Nights
  • Self-Guided
  • Luggage transfers included
  • Total cycling distance: approx. 170 km
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Itinerary

After arrival, you have time to take a nice walk along the lake. In the evening you will receive the tour information and if you have reserved rental bikes, they will be adjusted to size.

The Chiemsee ring road is beautifully landscaped. It leads you along lonely coves and lively shores. Beautiful view of the lake while cycling leisurely. The shady beer gardens on the banks are ideal for long breaks. You can shorten parts of this stage by using a special bicycle bus (not included).

The "Bavarian Lake" offers many possibilities for completing a wonderful day. The ship will take you to the island of Herrenchiemsee with the König-Ludwig castle and the island of Frauenchiemsee. Several villages and seaside resorts along the lake also make for a relaxing day.

The mountains are getting higher and higher, but the cycling route remains almost flat. Via the nature reserve "Bergener Moos" you reach the foot of the Chiemgau mountain, the Hochfelln (1674 m), the route leads you via Bad Adelholzen with its healing spring to Siegsdorf. From there you cycle along the river Rote Traun to the idyllic climatic health resort of Inzell. The mansions decorated with flowers are an eye-catcher of the climatic spa.

The route runs through the mountains of the German Alpine Road via Schneitzlreuth along the Saalach River to the spa town of Bad Reichenhall. Bad Reichenhall has been a recognized spa town since 1890 and is known for its brine wells. Alte Saline in Bad Reichenhall sells the salt of the Reichenhall brand, which is sold throughout Germany and far beyond. Here you will find the salt caves and you can follow the process of how salt is extracted. There is ample opportunity for a "wellness day" or a ride to the 1,600 m high Predigtstuhl with the legendary oldest cable car in the world.

A short bike ride to Berchtesgaden. Opportunity to visit the Obersalzberg and the Kehlsteinhaus. A few cycling kilometres away you will find the Königssee, you can take a boat trip on the famous lake with a visit to the famous pilgrimage chapel, the Bartholomä Monastery or the Saint Bartholomew's Church at the foot of the mighty Watzmann Mountains.

Unfortunately, after breakfast, your cycling tour at Lake Königssee ends. We are happy to extend your stay with an extra night if you wish.

Route information

The cycle route is considered easy. Short stages and few climbs ensure that cycling with pleasure is central. Sometimes you need a little more muscle power on the slightly hilly cycle paths, but it never takes long before you will continue on the road. Apart from some slight differences in elevation, the route mainly takes you on flat, cobbled roads, sometimes short sections on busy roads.

Prices and dates

Prices are per person in GBP and exclude flights

Price calculation and check availability: ​​​​​​​Chiemsee to Konigssee

Place of arrival: Chiemsee
  Season 1
14.04.2024 - 27.04.2024
29.09.2024 - 06.10.2024

Sunday
Season 2
28.04.2024 - 18.05.2024
15.09.2024 - 28.09.2024

Sunday
Season 3
19.05.2024 - 14.09.2024

Sunday
Chiemsee to Königssee, DE-CGRCK-07X
Base price
819.00
859.00
929.00
Single room surcharge 199.00 199.00 199.00

Hotel information: You will stay in carefully selected 3*** hotels.

Season 1
Apr 14, 2024 - Apr 27, 2024
Sep 29, 2024 - Oct 6, 2024
Sunday
Season 2
Apr 28, 2024 - May 18, 2024
Sep 15, 2024 - Sep 28, 2024
Sunday
Season 3
May 19, 2024 - Sep 14, 2024
Sunday
Chiemsee to Königssee, DE-CGRCK-07X
Base price
Single room surcharge
819.00
199.00
859.00
199.00
929.00
199.00

Hotel information: You will stay in carefully selected 3*** hotels.

Season 1
Apr 14, 2024 - Apr 27, 2024
Sep 29, 2024 - Oct 6, 2024
Season 2
Apr 28, 2024 - May 18, 2024
Sep 15, 2024 - Sep 28, 2024
Season 3
May 19, 2024 - Sep 14, 2024
Chiemsee
Double room p.p.
Single room surcharge
Berchtesgaden/Königssee
Double room p.p.
Single room surcharge
89.00
39.00
99.00
19.00
89.00
39.00
99.00
19.00
89.00
39.00
99.00
19.00
Additional nights
Place of arrival: Chiemsee
  Season 1
Apr 14, 2024 - Apr 27, 2024
Sep 29, 2024 - Oct 6, 2024

Sunday
Season 2
Apr 28, 2024 - May 18, 2024
Sep 15, 2024 - Sep 28, 2024

Sunday
Season 3
May 19, 2024 - Sep 14, 2024

Sunday
Chiemsee
Double room p.p. 89.00 89.00 89.00
Single room surcharge 39.00 39.00 39.00
Berchtesgaden/Königssee
Double room p.p. 99.00 99.00 99.00
Single room surcharge 19.00 19.00 19.00
Price
21-Speed Unisex Bike
27-Speed Bike PLUS
Unisex E-Bike
21-Speed Men's Bike
99.00
159.00
239.00
99.00
Prices per person in GBP

Our rental bikes

Included services and travel information

Services

Including

  • 6 nights as described, including breakfast
  • Cruise Chiemsee to Herren- and Frauen Insel, excluding bicycle
  • Luggage transfer(s)
  • Travel folder 1 x per room (German, English with route and overview maps, detailed route description, places of interest, important telephone numbers, luggage labels)
  • Own signage on the route
  • GPS data available on request
  • Service Hotline

Not included

  • Tourist tax, if applicable, to be paid locally
  • (Optional) transfer back to the starting point by minibus on Saturday afternoon, €89 per person excluding your own bicycle (surcharge 29). Advance reservation necessary.
Arrival information
  • Airport: Munich or Memmingen Airport(s)
  • Train: Bernau and Prien station
  • Parking: Parking approx. € 20 to € 55 per week, to be paid on site or public free parking spaces, reservation not possible
  • Departure: Good connection Bergtesgaden - Prien, 1 change. Travel time approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes
Sample hotel list

This is a sample hotel list. Hotels will be booked depending on availability.

Lake Chiemsee

Hotel Jägerhof

https://www.jaegerhof-bernau.de/

Inzell

Alpinhotel Inzeller 3***

www.alpinhotel-inzeller.com

Bad Reichenhall

Hotel Dora 3***

www.fuchs-hotels.de

Berchtesgaden

Homehotel Salzberg

www.alpina-hotels.de/salzberg

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