Picture of Germany
Caption: Beautiful Lakes #GermanyAwaitsYou
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Caption: Germany is home to some of the most beautiful lakes in the world.
Here are our top 5 picks.
Picture of Königsee
Caption: Located in southeast Berchtesgaden National Park in Bavaria, Königssee is a crystal clear alpine lake surrounded by mountains. Taking a boat tour from Schonau is a great way to explore the lake.
Picture of Eibsee
Caption: Lake Eibsee is a beautiful lake in Grainau, southern Bavaria. The lake offers incredible views of the Zugspitze, Germany’s tallest mountain. There are plenty of hikes to take around Eibsee, one of the most popular leading up to Höllentalklamm Gorge.
Picture of Chiemsee
Caption: Chiemsee is the largest lake in Bavaria, which is why it’s known as the Bavarian Sea. It is home to the three islands: Herreninsel, Fraueninsel and uninhabited Krautinsel. © DZT/Gunter Standl
Picture of Titisee Lake
Caption: Lake Titisee is a refreshing alpine lake located in the Black Forest, making it a great place to take a summer swim!
Picture of Walchensee
Caption: One of the deepest and largest alpine lakes in Germany, Walchensee is located in the middle of the Bavarian Alps, south of Munich. In the summer, lake Walchensee is popular for windsurfing and water sports.
Picture of Walchensee
Caption: Have you explored any lakes in Germany?
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