Bernau a. Chiemsee is a region in Bavaria, Germany, situated between the Chiemgau Alps and Lake Chiemsee. This geographical setting provides a diverse landscape, ranging from serene lakeside paths to challenging mountain trails and expansive moorlands. The area is suitable for several sports like touring cycling, mountain biking, hiking, jogging, and more, offering varied terrain for different activity levels.
Bernau a. Chiemsee offers more than 300 routes for outdoor activities across several sports…
160
Routes
4.6
(14900)
Average rating
68992
People visited

4.8
(8368)
33,912
riders
52.7km
03:27
130m
130m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(22)
99
riders
21.2km
01:30
330m
330m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(209)
1,033
riders
115km
07:01
950m
950m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(67)
775
riders
31.2km
03:06
1,070m
1,070m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(1657)
6,982
riders
55.4km
03:17
160m
160m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(243)
1,030
riders
33.4km
03:22
1,180m
1,180m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(37)
264
riders
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.7
(19)
108
riders
34.7km
03:04
880m
880m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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25
runners
10.8km
01:09
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
runners
2.92km
00:20
30m
30m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(3)
109
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
88
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(65)
694
hikers
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.7
(18)
161
hikers
7.06km
03:00
480m
480m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
(5)
70
hikers
20.1km
07:31
1,060m
1,060m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.9
(8)
54
hikers
8.83km
03:01
480m
480m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(115)
430
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
(54)
205
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.8
(37)
193
hikers
6.81km
02:18
290m
290m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.2
(26)
92
hikers
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.4
(47)
1,425
riders
89.9km
04:19
980m
980m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
(1)
208
riders
87.1km
04:01
1,020m
1,020m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.3
(7)
139
riders
39.6km
01:35
180m
180m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.6
(9)
209
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.6
(449)
2,873
riders
55.3km
02:42
160m
160m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(24)
191
riders
62.9km
03:03
180m
180m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(4)
37
riders
22.3km
02:04
920m
920m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(9)
74
riders
25.9km
01:18
100m
100m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Bernau a. Chiemsee offers a diverse range of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Hiking, Jogging, Road cycling, Mountaineering, and Gravel biking. The region features 389 routes, with an average rating of 4.52 stars from over 151,000 visitors. Its landscape varies from serene lakeside paths to challenging mountain trails.
Yes, Bernau a. Chiemsee is an ideal starting point for cycling. A prominent route is the circular path around Lake Chiemsee, which is approximately 33.6 miles (54 km) long. Other routes lead into the Chiemgau Alps, offering varied terrain. More details can be found in the Cycling around Bernau am Chiemsee guide.
The region provides a network of mountain bike trails, from leisurely lakeside rides to demanding ascents in the Chiemgau Alps. Trails can lead to the foot of the Kampenwand or to alpine pastures with panoramic views. For specific routes, consult the MTB Trails around Bernau am Chiemsee guide.
Hiking trails are available at three levels: along the shores of Lake Chiemsee, on the moraines of the old Chiemsee glacier, and on the mountain paths of the Chiemgau Alps. Diverse landscapes include moorlands and routes through river valleys. The Hiking around Bernau am Chiemsee guide provides detailed information.
Yes, the region offers routes suitable for families. Leisurely lakeside paths and less demanding trails are available for cycling and hiking. The varied terrain ensures options for different fitness levels, including easier mountain biking trails.
Key natural attractions include Lake Chiemsee, Bavaria's largest lake, and the Chiemgau Alps with the prominent Kampenwand summit. The region also features vast boglands like Kendlmühlfilzen and the Bärnsee area with its unspoiled nature and wooden boardwalk.
Bernau a. Chiemsee is a popular destination on komoot, with over 151,000 visitors having explored its routes. The 389 available routes have received an average rating of 4.52 out of 5 stars, indicating high user satisfaction.
Yes, komoot offers a dedicated guide for running. The numerous well-signposted paths around Lake Chiemsee and through varied terrain are suitable for jogging. Refer to the Running Trails around Bernau am Chiemsee guide for more information.
The circular route around Lake Chiemsee is approximately 33.6 miles (54 km) long. This route is known as one of Bavaria's scenic cycling paths, offering views of the lake and surrounding landscape.
For tourist inquiries, the Tourist-Information Bernau am Chiemsee can be reached by phone at +49 (0) 8051 9868-24. Additional information is available on the official website at www.gemeinde-bernau.de.
Yes, Bernau a. Chiemsee offers routes for road cycling. The region's well-maintained roads provide opportunities for various road cycling tours. Detailed routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Bernau am Chiemsee guide.
The terrain in Bernau a. Chiemsee is diverse, ranging from flat paths along Lake Chiemsee to rolling hills on the moraines and steep ascents in the Chiemgau Alps. This variety accommodates different activity types and skill levels.

