Lake Kirchsee – Ellbach and Kirchsee Moor loop from Wolfratshauser Forst

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Lake Kirchsee – Ellbach and Kirchsee Moor loop from Wolfratshauser Forst

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Lake Kirchsee – Ellbach and Kirchsee Moor loop from Wolfratshauser Forst

02:56

42.1km

350m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 6.76 km for 139 m

After 35.3 km for 139 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

20.8 km

Reutberg Abbey Brewery and Beer Garden

Highlight • Pub

Reuthberg Monastery offers good food and well-organized service, wonderful views of the mountains for a reasonable price. Here we always like to come here.

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22.6 km

Kirchsee

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Lake Kirchsee is located just one and a half kilometers from the village of Sachsenkam. It is considered one of the most beautiful and warmest bathing lakes in the Oberland …

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23.2 km

View of Reutberg

Highlight • Lake

Apart from the wonderful lake, you also have a beautiful view of Reutberg.

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23.3 km

Kirchsee

Lake

23.4 km

Lake Kirchsee

Highlight • Lake

Coming from the west you can see the Reuthberg Abbey a little higher. You can swim at the designated bathing areas in the northeast.

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24.2 km

Ellbach and Kirchsee Moor

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A dreamy moor landscape

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25.6 km

Kogler Alpine Landscape

Highlight • Natural

Magnificent landscape for cycling 🚴

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26.8 km

Scenic route between Abrain and Kirchbichl

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

In Kirchbichl there is the highly recommended Gasthof Jägerwirt. You can definitely stop here to relax and enjoy the food.

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31.0 km

Alpine Meadow at 740 m

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This enchanting alpine landscape suddenly opens up directly behind the village

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42.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.1 km

14.6 km

6.31 km

1.62 km

488 m

Surfaces

27.4 km

8.85 km

4.56 km

869 m

469 m

Elevation

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Highest point (760 m)

Lowest point (600 m)

Weather

Wednesday 7 October

18°C

8°C

98 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 26.0 km/h

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Comments

April 11, 2025,🇩🇪 - Bayern :: Fahrradtour zum Kirchsee 11.04.2025

Today I cycled towards Kirchsee. There was a big surprise in the forest when a loaded timber truck came towards me. It was difficult to avoid it 😅. Luckily, there was a small turning point. It was still quite quiet at Kirchsee. A few sunbathers were enjoying the beautiful weather. The water temperatures were already reaching pleasant temperatures. The highlight …

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August 2, 2026,🇩🇪 - Bayern :: Fahrradtour zum Kirchsee 02.08.2026

Today, at the end of the week, I took my bike out into the fresh air again and defeated my inner pig dog. The sun 🌞 is heating up the Alpine foothills in the meantime, the breeze is more of a hindrance when cycling than providing cooling. Nevertheless, I went to the Kirchsee. The air in the fields is characterized …

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June 21, 2025,🇩🇪 - Bayern :: Fahrradtour in den Sommer 21.06.2025

The beginning of summer brings with it pure sunshine and high temperatures. This should be duly appreciated. So, we grab our bikes and head to Kirchsee. After just a few meters, a grass snake 🐍 crosses the path. That's a good start. 😁 The cooling breeze makes cycling a pleasant experience. Shortly before Dietramszell, I spontaneously spot an American tulip …

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July 23, 2023,🇩🇪 - Bayern :: Fahrradtour zum Kirchsee 23.07.2023

After the repair of the bike was completed 🤗, of course, a small test round had to be done. Since, contrary to expectations, I had not yet been to Kirchsee, finding my destination took care of itself. The sun 🌞 is shining, a gentle breeze blows around your nose and it's warm again, but not as hot as in the …

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