A cycling tour through the Munich Lake District brings you right into the heart of Bavarian life—where breathtaking alpine scenery, historic villages, and warm hospitality define the experience. Well-marked bike paths follow the shores of sparkling Lake Starnberg and the charming Ammersee, with sweeping views of the distant Alps. Hidden gems like Lake Kochel offer a quieter beauty and undeniable charm. And of course, no visit to Bavaria would be complete without tasting the local specialties—perhaps paired with a stein of beer in a shaded garden overlooking Benediktbeuern Abbey. The towns of Murnau, Wallgau, and Bad Tölz impress with their ornate architecture, while Munich welcomes you with its vibrant, cosmopolitan energy.
Highlights
Discover Bad Tölz with its traditional Bavarian architecture, explore the artistic charm of Murnau, and take in the sophisticated atmosphere along Lake Starnberg. At the Benediktbeuern monastery beer garden, savor roast pork with dumplings, perfectly paired with a classic one-liter Bavarian beer.
Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival in Munich
- Day 2: Munich – Lake Ammersee – Lake Starnberg | approx. 85 km
- Day 3:Lake Starnberg – Lake Kochelsee – Murnau | approx. 80 km
- Day 4: Murnau – Garmisch Partenkirchen – Wallgau | approx. 60 km
- Day 5: Wallgau – Bad Tölz | approx. 85 km
- Day 6: Bad Tölz – Munich | approx. 60 km
- Day 7: Departure or Extension
All distances are approximate. Due to circumstances beyond control, weather conditions or provisions issued by local authorities, the itinerary may be subject to some changes before and/or during your holiday. For example, along the way you may find temporary deviations/detours caused by roadwork. In this case, please follow the directions posted on site.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrrival in Munich
Welcome briefing and bike fitting. The capital city of Bavaria is awaiting you and invites you to visit its many attractions (English Garden, Town Hall, Hofbräuhaus,…).
Hotel (example): Mariott City WestNYX Hotel München
From Munich, the tour starts with a bike ride through Forstenrieder. The former hunting ground of the Wittelsbach dynasty is a real paradise for nature lovers. Via Gauting you will follow the slight hilly Royal Bavarian cycle path to Lake Ammersee. You will continue from Herrsching to Dießen along the lakeside and then along the river Ammer to Weilheim and Lake Starnberg.
Hotel (example): Landhotel Huber am See
Day 3: From Lake Starnberg to Lake Kochelsee to Murnauto Melk | 80km
Your day starts on a slight hilly way to Königsdorf. Continue to Bad Tölz and Bad Heilbrunn to Benediktbeuern. Here you shouldn’t miss to drink a cool beer in the shady beer garden of the monastery. Then continue to Lake Kochelsee and finally to Murnau on Lake Staffelsee.
Hotel (example): Angerbräu
Day 4: From Murnau to Garmisch Partenkirchen to Wallgau to Vienna | 60 km
First, you will cycle through the nature reserve called Murnauer Moos (largest swamp area of Central Europe). Later, you will continue your tour through unspoiled nature following the River Loisach to Garmisch Partenkirchen. From there, you will cycle uphill through wildly romantic gorges and lush meadows to the spring of the River Isar. Afterwards, you will cycle back through a sunny valley where you will have a marvellous panoramic view of the mountains of Karwendel and Wettersteingebirge, passing Mittenwald and finally arriving in Wallgau – a place where the Bavarian tradition is still a part of everyday life.
Hotel (example): Gasthof Post
Day 5: From Wallgau to Bad Tölz | 85 km
Passing the Isarwinkel, you will follow the crystal-clear, turquoise waters to the impressive Lake Sylvenstein. From there through the atmospheric landscape and further to Lake Tegernsee. Through the wild-romantic valley Gaißbachtal it is not far to Bad Tölz.
Hotel (example): Kolberbräu
Day 6: From Bad Tölz to Munich | 60 km
The Isar bike path leads you from Bad Tölz over Geretsried and Wolfratshausen directly to Grünwald. After a few short climbs you will arrive back in Bavaria’s state capital Munich, where you can explore its countless sights and attractions.
Hotel (example): Mariott City WestNYX Hotel München
Day 7: Departure or extension
- Total Distance: 370km (230 miles)
- Daily Distance: 60-80km (37-50 miles)
- Route information: You will cycle on beautiful bike paths and minor roads. Main roads will only be used for short distances. The route is mostly paved; some longer passages are on forest tracks, which are in good condition.
- This tour is available between 04.04. - 12.09.2026
- Starts everyday
