Chiemsee
Germany · BavariaDE
Freshwater lake in Bavaria, Germany
Chiemsee is a freshwater lake in Bavaria, Germany, near Rosenheim. It is often called "the Bavarian Sea". The rivers Tiroler Achen and Prien flow into the lake from the south, and the river Alz flows out towards the north. The Alz flows into the Inn which then merges with the Danube. The Chiemsee is divided into the bigger, north section, in the northeast, called Weitsee, and the Inselsee, in the southwest.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 211
- Coordinates
- 47.867, 12.417
- Timezone
- Europe/Berlin
- Elevation
- 518 m
Overview of Chiemsee
Chiemsee — a village in Bavaria, Germany — is worth a place on your map. About 211 people are based here. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. Chiemsee is strongest on water sports, sports and adventure. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls. Elevation is roughly 518 metres.
Things to do in Chiemsee
Water Sports in Chiemsee
(9)Our data lists Diving, Kayaking, Kiteboarding, Kitesurfing and Paddle as water sports options here. In all, 9 activities are recorded in this category. This reflects only what is documented for Chiemsee.
Sports in Chiemsee
(3)The sports shortlist for Chiemsee: Hunting, Skiing and Snowboard. All of it is drawn from Chiemsee's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Adventure in Chiemsee
(1)Under adventure, Chiemsee is tagged with Treasure Hunts. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Chiemsee.
More to do in Chiemsee
(1)Other activities lovers get Fishing. All of it is drawn from Chiemsee's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Best time to visit Chiemsee
June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Snow activities belong to December to February.
Getting there & around
Chiemsee is small, so plan to arrive via the nearest hub in Bavaria and continue by car or bike. Time zone: Europe/Berlin.
Similar destinations
Places near Chiemsee that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chiemsee known for?
- Chiemsee, in Bavaria, Germany, is best known for water sports, sports and adventure. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 211 residents.
- What can you do in Chiemsee?
- Recorded activities in Chiemsee include Diving, Kayaking, Kiteboarding, Kitesurfing and Paddle. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Chiemsee?
- June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Snow activities belong to December to February.
- Where is Chiemsee located?
- Chiemsee is located in Bavaria, Germany. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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