Top 20 Lakes around Ehrwald

The region offers many popular hiking destinations. Lake Seebensee is a highly rewarding hike, accessible via a forest track from Ehrwalder Alm or more challenging routes. Many hikers continue to Drachensee, located above Seebensee, for an even more dramatic alpine experience. For easier options, consider the circular trail around Blindsee.

Yes, several lakes are suitable for families. Mittersee, near Biberwier, offers pleasant water temperatures of approximately 22°C (72°F) in summer and features a playground directly by the lake. Blindsee is also suitable for swimming with bathing bays and a technically easy circular trail. The Eibsee, while across the border, also has easy paths and swimming spots, as noted by visitors at the Rest area and swimming spot at the Eibsee.

Lake Seebensee is renowned for its crystal-clear, blue-green, or emerald waters, strikingly set against the backdrop of the Vorderer Tajakopf, Vorderer Drachenkopf, and the Ehrwalder Sonnenspitze. From its southern shore, you can experience magnificent views of the Wetterstein and Zugspitze mountains mirrored in its waters.

For stunning views of the Eibsee and Zugspitze, visitors often recommend the View of the Eibsee and Zugspitze from the north shore. This spot is particularly popular for photography, especially at sunrise, offering perfect reflections in the water with the Zugspitze in the background.

Drachensee, known as 'Dragon Lake,' is located above Seebensee at 1,874 meters (6,148 ft). It is encircled by rugged, pale limestone peaks, creating a formidable and impressive landscape. Its crystal-clear, teal waters are often framed by dwarf-pine carpeted slopes, offering a dramatic alpine experience. The Coburger Hütte mountain refuge is perched above it.

Yes, Blindsee is suitable for swimming, fishing (with permission), and diving. This picturesque lake is characterized by its emerald-blue to turquoise-green, crystal-clear water. It has a maximum depth of 25 meters and covers 26 hectares. Its name, 'Blindsee,' comes from having no visible surface outflow. Water temperatures in summer typically range between 18-22°C (64-72°F).

Yes, the Coburger Hut is a popular stop located on a rock terrace above Seebensee and Drachensee. It offers great food and very nice views over Seebensee, making it an ideal spot for a break during hikes.

Beyond hiking, the region offers various outdoor activities. You can find numerous cycling routes, including challenging ones like the 'Plansee – East end of Lake Plansee loop' or the 'View of the Ehrwald Valley – Lake Seebensee loop'. For more options, explore the Cycling around Ehrwald guide.

Visitors frequently praise the incredibly beautiful landscapes and the crystal-clear waters. Many highlight the dreamlike scenery, often described as 'like from a picture book,' and the magnificent views of the surrounding mountains, especially the Wetterstein and Zugspitze ranges reflected in the lakes.

Yes, there are easy hiking options. The circular trail around Blindsee is technically easy and takes about an hour. For other easy hikes in the wider area, you can consult the Easy hikes around Ehrwald guide, which includes routes like the 'Ehrwalder Alm – Didi's Almsee Loop'.

The lakes are beautiful in every season. While summer offers pleasant temperatures for swimming and hiking, autumn is particularly recommended for its stunning colors, as noted by visitors to the View of Lake Eibsee. Winter also transforms the landscape into a picturesque scene, inviting exploration.