Holiday in Spitzingsee
City in Germany — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇩🇪
Country
Germany
Type
City
Best time to travel
June to October (mountain lake and hiking), December to March (skiing), year-round (Munich trip)
Budget/day
90-150 EUR: Mountain hotel, Taubensteinbahn, alpine meals, ski pass
Getting there from Germany
Car from Munich 70 km (1 h) | Train to Schliersee + bus | Bayrischzell 10 km
About Spitzingsee
Spitzingsee is located at an altitude of 1,084 m in the Schliersee mountains and is one of the highest lakes in Bavaria. The namesake mountain village is a popular winter sports area with the Taubensteinbahn and family-friendly slopes. In summer, the crystal-clear mountain lake invites swimming, and the surrounding peaks offer scenic hiking trails. Its location just 70 km from Munich makes Spitzingsee the perfect weekend getaway.
Top 4 highlights in Spitzingsee
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Spitzingsee-Bergsee
Crystal-clear mountain lake at 1,084 m altitude — swimming, stand-up paddling, and fishing in an alpine setting.
Taubensteinbahn
Cable car to Taubenstein (1,693 m) — starting point for hikes and climbing tours.
Spitzingsee Ski Area
Snow-sure ski area with slopes for all skill levels — just 70 km from Munich.
Rotwand Peak
Prominent mountain peak (1,884 m) with spectacular panoramic views — one of the most popular mountain tours in Upper Bavaria.
Hotels in Spitzingsee
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Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
Best time to travel for Spitzingsee
Recommended travel time
June to October (mountain lake and hiking), December to March (skiing), year-round (Munich trip)
Summer
Alpine cool, 15-22°C, fresh mountain air at the lake
Winter
Cold and snow-sure, -10 to 0°C, ideal skiing conditions
How much does a holiday in Spitzingsee cost?
Average costs per person per day
Budget
50-80 EUR: Guesthouse, free lake access, free hiking
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
90-150 EUR: Mountain hotel, Taubensteinbahn, alpine meals, ski pass
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
220+ EUR: Wellness hotel, spa, private ski lessons, gourmet menu
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Try stand-up paddling at Spitzingsee in summer — SUP on a mountain lake is magical.
Climb Rotwand via Taubenstein — one of the most rewarding mountain tours near Munich.
Arrive early in winter — the ski area is popular with Munich residents and gets crowded in the afternoon.
The Albert-Link-Hütte by the lake offers excellent snacks with a view of the lake — a great place to stop.
Food & drink in Spitzingsee
These specialties you must try!
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