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
Located in Bavaria, Germany, Chiemsee is best described as a village. Population figures land around 211. The altitude here is around 518 m. A useful hint when you budget your days. Expect water sports, sports and adventure to fill most of your time. Sitting in the northern hemisphere, its seasons follow that pattern.
Things to do in Chiemsee
Water Sports in Chiemsee
(9)On the water sports side, Chiemsee offers Diving, Kayaking, Kiteboarding, Kitesurfing and Paddle. Everything listed here comes from what Chiemsee is actually tagged with. 9 entries sit in this category, enough to fill more than a day.
Sports in Chiemsee
(3)For sports, expect Hunting, Skiing and Snowboard. Plan them together and you have a full day. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Chiemsee.
Adventure in Chiemsee
(1)On the adventure side, Chiemsee offers Treasure Hunts. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Chiemsee. These pair well with anything else on this page.
More to do in Chiemsee
(1)Looking for other activities? Chiemsee has Fishing. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Chiemsee.
Best time to visit Chiemsee
Coast and water plans belong in June to September. For anything on snow, December to February is the season.
Getting there & around
Reaching Chiemsee is easiest with a car once you are in Bavaria. Chiemsee runs on Europe/Berlin time.
Similar destinations
Places near Chiemsee that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chiemsee known for?
- In Bavaria, Germany, Chiemsee stands out for water sports, sports and adventure. That mix defines the typical visit to this 211-strong destination.
- What can you do in Chiemsee?
- Options in Chiemsee run to Diving, Kayaking, Kiteboarding, Kitesurfing and Paddle — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Chiemsee?
- Coast and water plans belong in June to September. For anything on snow, December to February is the season.
- Where is Chiemsee located?
- You will find Chiemsee in Bavaria, Germany. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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