The Top 20 Lakes in the Bavarian Forest
Looking to visit the best lakes in the Bavarian Forest? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Bavarian Forest’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 6, 2025
Trifter Inn Schwellhäusl
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Fantastically located refreshment stops with a charm that you won't find anywhere else. Absolute recommendation. The restaurant is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. There is no day of rest, in November it is closed for company holidays.
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Martinsklause Reservoir
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The Martinsklause is one of the best preserved Klausen (also called thresholds) in the Bavarian Forest National Park. As an artificial reservoir, the water was created in the 19th century …
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Lake Rachel
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The Rachelsee is one of three Karseen of the Bavarian forest. It is located in the extreme north of the municipality of Sankt Oswald-Riedlhütte. On the Czech side of this …
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Natural shoreline of the Großer Arbersee
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During the last ice age, glacier crests formed several times on the summit of the Großer Arber. As the temperature rose, the glaciers began to slide. On their way down …
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Lake Murner
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Very nice lake with a great circular route. Unfortunately very busy in summer.
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