The Geroldsee, also known as Wagenbrüchsee, is an idyllic mountain lake in Bavaria, Germany. It is located near Krün and Wallgau, south of Garmisch-Partenkirchen, and is surrounded by picturesque alpine …

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Randy

May 25, 2022

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Great lake with a gigantic view of the mountains. Swimming is possible, but the water is not as clear as previously assumed - it is more reminiscent of a bathing pond, but still a beautiful lake :) Be careful - don't trample on the beautiful herb meadows! A path leads up to a photo spot with the rustic wooden huts in the foreground - you shouldn't miss it.

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Knersi (📍Maisach)

April 18, 2025

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It should be noted that Lake Gerold is part of a nature reserve and it is therefore important to respect the environment and keep the lake clean.

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1. Forest trail at Barmsee – View of the Geroldsee loop from Krün

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2. View of the Barmsee – View of the Geroldsee loop from Krün

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3. Alpine meadows at Geroldsee – Lake Gerold (Wagenbrüchsee) loop from Buckelwiesen am Plattele

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Elevation 990 m

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Tuesday 10 March

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Max wind speed: 3.0 km/h

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Location: Krün, Landkreis Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Upper Bavaria, Bavaria, Germany

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Gerold Lake (Wagenbrüch Lake)

1. Forest trail at Barmsee – View of the Geroldsee loop from Krün

2. View of the Barmsee – View of the Geroldsee loop from Krün

3. Alpine meadows at Geroldsee – Lake Gerold (Wagenbrüchsee) loop from Buckelwiesen am Plattele

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