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Kochel a. See

Walchensee

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Walchensee

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  • Location: Kochel a. See, Landkreis Bad Tölz-Wolfratshausen, Landkreis Bad Tölz-Wolfratshausen, Upper Bavaria, Bavaria, Germany

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    May 23, 2026

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    With a depth of 189.5 meters, Walchensee is one of the deepest and, with an area of 16.40 km², one of the largest alpine lakes in Germany. It is located 75 km south of Munich in the Bavarian Alps, at an altitude of 801 m above sea level.
    Walchensee is referred to as the "Bavarian Caribbean" due to its extremely clear, turquoise-green shimmering water.
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    The lake always has a great color, even in the evening at sunset or at night with the stars.
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    The Walchensee area with its shore zones is unique in its landscape, water quality, flora and fauna and is protected as a landscape conservation area.
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    Walchensee – Walchensee loop from Walchensee

    26.5km

    07:01

    250m

    250m

    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 840 m

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    Location: Kochel a. See, Landkreis Bad Tölz-Wolfratshausen, Landkreis Bad Tölz-Wolfratshausen, Upper Bavaria, Bavaria, Germany

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