Lenggries is a charismatic riverside town in the Bavarian Alps. Hike, kayak and white-water raft along the Isar River in the summer. Winter transforms Lenggries into a snow-dusted wonderland. Race down groomed slopes, sip hot chocolate on sun-drenched terraces and enjoy the lively après ski scene.
Things to do in Lenggries
Log cabins and timber-frame chalets give Lenggries all the charm of a traditional German mountain town. Flowers spill out of window boxes and restaurants serve Bavarian specialties like “leberknödel” liver dumplings and “schweinshaxe” pork knuckle.
Ride the cable car up 1,555-metre-tall Brauneck Mountain. The panoramas from the summit are breathtaking and stretch across the Bavarian Alps, while the cable car station is a great base for mountain hikes. From leisurely strolls through wildflower-filled meadows to challenging climbs, you’ll find trails for every age and fitness level.
Bluebird skies and reliable snowfall make Lenggries one of Bavaria’s top winter sports destinations. Ski and snowboard on more than 30 kilometres of groomed slopes and stop for lunch at a cosy alpine hut. Explore a huge network of cross-country skiing trails and entertain the kids with activities like tobogganing, snow tubing and horse-drawn sleigh rides.
Rent a set of wheels and explore around 500 kilometres of purpose-built cycling and mountain biking trails. Whether it’s a laid-back cycle along the Isar River or a mud-splattered mountain adventure, there’s something for everyone.
Strap on a helmet and embark on a white-water rafting expedition on the Isar River. Kayaking, canoeing and stand-up paddle boarding are great ways to explore calmer stretches of the river. Nearby Lake Sylvenstein is another water sports hub. Framed by mountains, the ice-blue lake is one of the prettiest in Bavaria.
Getting around Lenggries
Lenggries is compact and easy to get around on foot. The town is in Bavaria, one hour from Munich by car or train. Munich International Airport is a 1.5-hour drive away.