Go slow Bavarian Lakes Self-guided Cycling Tour

Arrival in Munich

Welcome briefing and bike fitting. The capital city of Bavaria is awaiting you and invites you to visit its many attractions (English Garden, Town Hall, Hofbräuhaus,…).

Munich – Lake Starnberg approx. 45-60km

From Munich you will cycle to Lake Starnberg through the Forstenrieder Park. From Starnberg you will cycle along the cycle path running right along the lakeside until you get to Ambach or further onto Bernried. The lake will charm you with its crystal-clear water and the wonderful views of the surrounding mountains.

Lake Starnberg – Murnau approx. 30km

You will cycle on magnificent cycle path through primitive, Bavarian villages past the Osterseen lakes and lake Riegsee until you get to Murnau am Staffelsee. On your way, you will cycle past lots of lakes, which will invite you for a swim to cool down. The connection here between art and music makes its mark on both the locals and the architecture.

Murnau – Garmisch-Partenkirchen approx. 40km

First, you will cycle through the natural reserve called Murnauer Moos (largest swamp area of Central Europe). Later, you will continue your tour through unspoiled nature following the River Loisach to Garmisch Partenkirchen. The stage is intentionally brief. Therefore, there is still enough time for an individual trip with the Zugspitzbahn, a mountain railway. At an altitude of 2962 meters, you will have a wonderful view of the Alps.

Garmisch-Partenkirchen – Wallgau approx. 45km

You will take the train to Scharnitz to bridge an altitude of 300 meters. From there, you will cycle uphill through wildly romantic gorges and lush meadows to the spring of the River Isar. Afterwards, you will cycle back through a sunny valley where you will have a marvellous panoramic view of the mountains of Karwendel and Wettersteingebirge, passing Mittenwald and finally arriving in Wallgau – a place where the Bavarian tradition is still a part of everyday life.

Wallgau – Bad Tölz approx. 50km

Passing the Isarwinkel, you will follow the crystal-clear, turquoise waters of the impressive Lake Sylvenstein. Cycling through charming landscapes, you will pass Lenggries and finally arrive in Bad Tölz. The location at the crossroads of two trade routes - the River Isar and the old salt route from Reichenhall to Allgäu - quickly became a thriving trading centre. The ornate mansions testify the golden age.

Bad Tölz – Tegernsee – Bad Tölz approx. 45km

You will cycle through the scenic Tegernsee countryside to Gmund at Lake Tegernsee where you will have a beautiful panoramic view of the lake. Following the valley Gaißbach, you will come back to Bad Tölz. The Tölzer Market Street invites you to learn more about the famous television series “Der Bulle von Tölz”.

Bad Tölz – Munich approx. 60km

The Isar bike way leads you from Bad Tölz over Geretsried and Wolfratshausen directly to Grünwald. After a few short climbs you will arrive back in Bavaria’s state capital Munich, where you can explore its countless sights and attractions.

Departure or extension of your stay