Eibsee

Lake Grainau, Bavaria, Germany

What to expect

Eibsee is a beautiful lake in Bavaria, Germany, known for its green-blue water and stunning Zugspitz panorama. The lake is privately owned and offers various activities such as swimming, renting SUPs, and hiking around the lake. The surrounding area is a popular destination for hikers and mountaineers, with the Wetterstein Massif and Karwendel offering a range of trails for all levels. The nearby town of Garmisch-Partenkirchen provides additional amenities and attractions, including the fairytale castle of Linderhof and the violin-making village of Mittenwald. The lake is also home to several small islands and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains

Plan your family visit to the Eibsee with these blog insights 👇

Simply (Zug-)spitze! Family holidays around Germany's highest mountains

This family's experience:

Activities: We spent some time at the Eibsee, walking a bit around the lake and then enjoying a paddle boat ride. We enjoyed the view of the Zugspitz massif

Highlights: Bootfahren und Schneemannbauen an einem Tag – wo sonst in Germany geht das? (Boat trip and snowman building in one day – where else in Germany can you do that?) ✨

A weekend with children in Garmisch-Partenkirchen

This family's experience:

Activities: We went to Eibsee on our bikes. "We enjoyed the mountain panorama and the view of the Zugspitze."

Highlights: It's a beautiful lake. "The water was still much too cold." ✨