Holiday in Aschau im Chiemgau
City in Germany — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇩🇪
Country
Germany
Type
City
Best time to travel
May to October (Kampenwand and hiking), December to March (skiing), year-round (gourmet)
Budget/day
100-160 EUR: Mountain hotel, Kampenwand, castle tour, restaurant
Getting there from Germany
Car from Munich 1 h, from Salzburg 1 h | Train to Aschau (Chiemgau-Bahn) | Prien 8 km
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What makes Aschau im Chiemgau special as a destination?
Aschau im Chiemgau is an idyllic spa town at the foot of the Kampenwand and the location of the famous star restaurant by Heinz Winkler. The Kampenwand cable car takes visitors to an altitude of 1,500 m, where the spectacular ridge trail awaits with a grand Chiemgau panorama. Hohenaschau Castle towers over the town and houses a museum about the history of the region. Aschau combines Bavarian mountain village charm with gourmet enjoyment at the highest level.
What are the top highlights in Aschau im Chiemgau?
The top highlights in Aschau im Chiemgau include Kampenwandbahn and Ridge Trail, Schloss Hohenaschau, Residenz Heinz Winkler, Prientaler River Landscape.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Kampenwandbahn and Ridge Trail
Cable car to 1,500 m — the ridge trail to Kampenwand offers one of the most spectacular scenic paths in the Bavarian Alps.
Schloss Hohenaschau
Medieval castle above the Priental with a museum, falconry, and tours through the historic chambers.
Residenz Heinz Winkler
Legendary star restaurant with world-class gourmet cuisine — a culinary highlight in a Bavarian mountain setting.
Prientaler River Landscape
Wildly romantic Priental with gravel banks, swimming spots, and one of the most beautiful river valleys in Upper Bavaria.
Hotels in Aschau im Chiemgau
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Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
When is the best time to visit Aschau im Chiemgau?
The best time to visit Aschau im Chiemgau is May to October (Kampenwand and hiking), December to March (skiing), year-round (gourmet). Warm, 20-26°C, sunny Priental with alpine views In winter: Cold, -5 to 3°C, Kampenwand ski area snow-sure
Recommended travel time
May to October (Kampenwand and hiking), December to March (skiing), year-round (gourmet)
Summer
Warm, 20-26°C, sunny Priental with alpine views
Winter
Cold, -5 to 3°C, Kampenwand ski area snow-sure
How much does a holiday in Aschau im Chiemgau cost?
Budget travellers: 50-75 EUR: Guesthouse, hiking free, Kampenwand cable car 25 EUR/day, mid-range: 100-160 EUR: Mountain hotel, Kampenwand, castle tour, restaurant/day, luxury: 300+ EUR: Residenz Heinz Winkler, star cuisine, spa/day.
Average costs per person per day
Budget
50-75 EUR: Guesthouse, hiking free, Kampenwand cable car 25 EUR
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
100-160 EUR: Mountain hotel, Kampenwand, castle tour, restaurant
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
300+ EUR: Residenz Heinz Winkler, star cuisine, spa
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
How do I get from Germany to Aschau im Chiemgau?
Car from Munich 1 h, from Salzburg 1 h | Train to Aschau (Chiemgau-Bahn) | Prien 8 km
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Hike the Kampenwand ridge trail in clear weather — the view over Lake Chiemsee is breathtaking.
Make a reservation at Residenz Heinz Winkler — even the bistro offers star quality at more moderate prices.
Go swimming in the Priental — the gravel banks of the Prien are natural swimming spots with a mountain backdrop.
Visit Hohenaschau Castle with the falconry — the bird of prey flight show is impressive.
What should you eat in Aschau im Chiemgau?
Typical specialities in Aschau im Chiemgau: Residenz Menu Heinz Winkler — multi-course gourmet menu, a culinary journey at star level, Chiemgauer Kaspressknödel — butter-fried cheese dumplings with salad, Priental Trout — freshly caught from the mountain stream, served whole on alpine herb butter, Apple Strudel with Vanilla Ice Cream — warm strudel made from local apples.
These specialties you must try!
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