The Königssee is a former basalt mine. Until 1942, the material was mined here and crushed to gravel. Then the mining stopped and the pit filled with groundwater. You can still see the quarries on the steep banks.

A small path leads down to the idyllic lake. Here you will find a quiet place for your picnic or a short break. However, you have to refrain from bathing or fishing, because this has not been allowed for several years.

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Great, small lake surrounded by forest.

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The Eifel ladder leads around the Königssee. However, the lake is so idyllic that you should definitely visit it. The lake is accessible to hikers all year round (see eifel.info/a-koenigssee), but camping or swimming is prohibited.
There is also a geological hiking trail around the lake. So the 'no trespassing' sign can be ignored.

For a description of the Königssee see aw-wiki.de/index.php/K%c3%b6nigssee

With a bit of luck, you can also see sand lizards on the lake shore!

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