Escape to Herrsching am Ammersee, a picturesque town set on a cobalt-blue lake. The population booms in the summer when holidaymakers flock to swim in the crystalline water, stroll along the lakeside promenade and sip Benedictine ales in sunny beer gardens.
Things to do in Herrsching am Ammersee
Clean water and family-friendly beaches make Herrsching am Ammersee a favourite with sun-seeking holidaymakers. Its beautiful beaches are just steps from the town centre, where you can relax in the sunshine and stay active with water sports like paddle boarding and windsurfing.
Stroll along the waterfront promenade and enjoy beautiful views across the lake. You’ll find a series of tree-shaded parks and picturesque swimming beaches to explore. Cafes dot the shoreline and serve everything from colourful gelato to wood-fired pizza.
Hike the scenic, four-kilometre trail to Kloster Andechs. The trail winds through sun-dappled woodland and finishes at a beautiful hilltop monastery founded in the 10th century. Admire enormous, one-metre-tall candles in the Holy Chapel and pay your respects to Carl Orff, a famous German composer buried at the monastery. Enjoy stunning views over the Alps before settling into the atmospheric Bräustüberl beer garden. From refreshing wheat beers to rich ales, you’ll love the traditional Benedictine ales brewed by local monks.
Board a paddle steamer and enjoy a scenic cruise around Ammersee. From the water, you can take in magnificent views of the snow-capped Alps that frame the lake. Hop off at picturesque towns and villages like Riederau and St Alban and enjoy lunch at an atmospheric restaurant before heading back to Herrsching am Ammersee. Try local Bavarian specialties like “schweinshaxe” roasted pig knuckle and “kaiserschmarren” shredded pancakes topped with applesauce.
Getting around Herrsching am Ammersee
Herrsching am Ammersee is compact and easy to get around on foot. Ferries connect Herrsching am Ammersee with other towns and villages on the lake. The town is in Upper Bavaria, a 45-minute drive from Munich and one hour by S-Bahn train. Munich International Airport is a 45-minute drive away.