Holiday in Kochel am See
City in Germany — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇩🇪
Country
Germany
Type
City
Best time to travel
May to October (lakes and hiking), June to August (swimming in Walchensee), year-round (museum)
Budget/day
90-150 EUR: lakeside hotel, Herzogstand, museum, restaurant
Getting there from Germany
Car from Munich 1 h | Train to Kochel (RB direct, 1 h) | Garmisch 30 km
About Kochel am See
Kochel am See is located at the foot of the Bavarian Pre-Alps between Kochelsee and Walchensee — two of the most beautiful lakes in Upper Bavaria. The town is home to the Franz Marc Museum, dedicated to the famous expressionist and co-founder of the Blue Rider. The Walchensee, with its Caribbean turquoise water, is one of the deepest and clearest lakes in Germany. The Herzogstand cable car offers a grand panorama over both lakes.
Top 4 highlights in Kochel am See
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Walchensee
One of the deepest lakes in Germany with turquoise blue water — the Bavarian Caribbean feeling.
Herzogstand-Seilbahn
Cable car to 1,600 m with spectacular views over Walchensee and Kochelsee simultaneously.
Franz Marc Museum
World-class art museum featuring works of the Blue Rider — expressionism in an alpine setting.
Kochelsee
Picturesque pre-Alpine lake with swimming areas, boat rentals, and the Kochel Moor on the southern shore.
Hotels in Kochel am See
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Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
Best time to travel for Kochel am See
Recommended travel time
May to October (lakes and hiking), June to August (swimming in Walchensee), year-round (museum)
Summer
Warm, 21-27°C, lake air and mountain freshness
Winter
Cold, -5 to 3°C, snowy lake landscape
How much does a holiday in Kochel am See cost?
Average costs per person per day
Budget
50-80 EUR: guesthouse, free lakeside, museum 10 EUR
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
90-150 EUR: lakeside hotel, Herzogstand, museum, restaurant
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
220+ EUR: boutique hotel, private tour, gourmet menu
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Visit Walchensee in the morning — the turquoise water in sunshine is breathtaking.
Climb or take the cable car to Herzogstand — the double view of both lakes is legendary.
Combine art and nature at the Franz Marc Museum — the exhibition reflects the landscape.
Drive from Kochelsee to Walchensee over the Kesselberg — one of the most beautiful mountain passes in Bavaria.
Food & drink in Kochel am See
These specialties you must try!
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