Nature Reserve Guide
Südufer Des Simssees is a nature reserve characterized by its diverse landscapes, including the expansive Lake Simssee, untouched reed beds, and unique moorland environments. The region features gently rolling, hilly terrain, providing varied challenges for outdoor activities. Distant views of the Alpine mountain range are visible on clear days, adding to the scenic appeal. This area supports several sports like hiking, jogging, mountaineering, road cycling, and more.
Südufer Des Simssees offers more than…
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4.6
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4.3
(213)
917
hikers
17.0km
04:28
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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51
hikers
10.8km
02:54
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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442
hikers
6.93km
01:48
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(75)
381
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
(11)
505
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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121
runners
6.66km
00:41
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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148
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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54
runners
5.73km
00:37
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(28)
263
hikers
12.2km
04:26
670m
670m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.5
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114
hikers
11.7km
05:14
850m
850m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.8
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109
hikers
20.3km
07:14
980m
980m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
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62
hikers
8.83km
02:46
320m
320m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.9
(9)
135
riders
44.7km
01:48
190m
190m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.5
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36
riders
29.1km
01:11
150m
150m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.7
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39
riders
29.9km
01:13
120m
120m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
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68
riders
62.3km
02:37
460m
460m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.5
(37)
177
riders
21.8km
01:09
180m
180m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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126
riders
57.5km
03:41
990m
990m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.7
(6)
43
riders
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(5)
31
riders
90.8km
05:03
810m
810m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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21
riders
43.4km
02:49
480m
480m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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26
riders
52.2km
03:17
310m
310m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
(5)
19
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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29
riders
30.0km
02:13
680m
680m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(2)
7
riders
42.7km
03:37
860m
860m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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11
riders
25.2km
01:53
330m
330m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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8
riders
25.2km
02:06
480m
480m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(1)
6
riders
45.2km
03:11
790m
790m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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Südufer Des Simssees is a nature reserve located on the south shore of Lake Simssee. It features diverse landscapes including untouched reed and shore areas, unique moorland environments, and gently rolling hills. Distant views of the Alpine mountain range are visible on clear days.
Südufer Des Simssees offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Mountaineering, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, and Mountain biking. The region has more than 100 routes available for exploration. These activities are detailed in guides such as Hiking in Südufer Des Simssees and Road Cycling Routes in Südufer Des Simssees.
Yes, Südufer Des Simssees offers easy hiking trails suitable for various fitness levels. An example is the Bridge over the Sims loop from Stephanskirchen, which is approximately 4.3 miles (6.9 km) long. More options can be found in the Easy hikes in Südufer Des Simssees guide.
Popular hiking routes include the View of Lake Simsee – Simssee Observation Tower loop from Stephanskirchen, a moderate 10.6-mile (17.0 km) route. Another well-regarded option is the Bridge over the Sims loop from Stephanskirchen, an easy 4.3-mile (6.9 km) trail. These routes are highly rated by visitors.
Südufer Des Simssees provides various cycling routes, including options for Road cycling, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. Routes like the Filzenweg (Panger Fields) – Nicklheim Moor Trail loop from Stephanskirchen offer easy road cycling. Comprehensive information is available in guides such as Road Cycling Routes in Südufer Des Simssees and Gravel biking in Südufer Des Simssees.
Key natural features include Lake Simssee, extensive reed beds, and unique moorland environments. The Sims River, which flows out of Lake Sims, is also a notable feature, crossed by a wooden bridge. A bird interpretive trail introduces local bird species through informative displays.
Südufer Des Simssees is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 5,000 visitors having explored its routes. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars, based on hundreds of ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Yes, Südufer Des Simssees features several running trails. The Simssee Lakeside Trail – View of the Simssee loop from Stephanskirchen is a challenging 12.0-mile (19.3 km) route. Other options, including moderate trails, are listed in the Running Trails in Südufer Des Simssees guide.
Südufer Des Simssees offers mountain biking trails, including options for easy mountain biking. The region's gently rolling, hilly terrain provides varied experiences for cyclists. Specific routes and further details can be found in the MTB Trails in Südufer Des Simssees guide.
Komoot offers several guides for Südufer Des Simssees, covering various activities. These include Hiking in Südufer Des Simssees, Running Trails in Südufer Des Simssees, and Road Cycling Routes in Südufer Des Simssees. Guides for easy hikes, mountain hikes, touring cycling, gravel biking, and MTB trails are also available.
Official information about the broader Simssee holiday region, which encompasses Südufer Des Simssees, can be found on the website simssee.org. This portal provides details on tourism and activities around the lake. A phone number for general inquiries is +49 8036 615.

