Highlights
Explore the Alps on the Bavarian Lakes Cycling Tour
Take in the natural beauty of Bavaria’s many mountains and lakes
Cycle through charming Bavarian villages that burst with tradition
Take a scenic train ride high up in the Alps
Visit the famous spa resort town of Bad Tölz with its thermal springs
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- Itinerary
- Dates & Prices
- Accommodation
- Included
- Welcome briefing (German, English)
- Detailed Digital travel information documents
- Train journey from Garmisch Partenkirchen – Scharnitz excl. your bike
- 1 traditional veal sausage breakfast
- App for Navigation and GPS-data available
- 24/7 service hotline
- Flights and transportation to and from the starting point of the tour
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Tourist tax
- Bike ticket for train journey to Garmisch – Scharnitz approx. EUR 5/bike
- Helmets (can be purchased locally)
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Bike rental and insurance (helmets not included)
- Printed Route Book (1 per room)
- FAQ
- How hard is the Bavarian Lakes Cycling Tour?
- Do I need a visa to travel to Germany?
- Are meals included on the Bavarian Lakes Cycling Tour?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Bernried to start this tour?
- Is the Bavarian Lakes Cycling Tour in English?
- Where does the Bavarian Lakes Cycling Tour end?
- Can I rent a bike?
- Can I bring my own bike?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to Germany?
- Are there any travel restrictions for Germany?
- Reviews
- Tour Operator
Bavarian Lakes Cycling Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival at Starnberger See
After arriving in Bernried, you will have a welcome meeting and bike fitting, before enjoying free time to explore for the evening. This is a good opportunity to take a walk along Lake Starnberg or even a refreshing swim!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Bernried
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Cycle Through Bavarian Villages to Murnau on Lake Staffelsee
The initial leg of this cycling adventure will lead you to the southern shores of Lake Starnberg until you reach Seeshaupt. Here, you will cycle along marvelous paths through historic Bavarian villages, past the Osterseen lakes and Lake Riegsee until you reach Murnau on Lake Staffelsee.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Murnau
Distance: 30 km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Explore the Murnauer Moos Nature Reserve
Today you will begin by cycling through the nature reserve Murnauer Moos, which is the biggest moor area in Central Europe. Continuing onwards through unspoilt nature, you will follow the river Loisach to Garmisch Partenkirchen. This stage is deliberately kept short to allow you the opportunity to take a ride up by the Zugspitzbahn railway to a height of 2962 metres (extracurricular to the tour). From there you have a fantastic view over the Alps.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Garmisch Partenkirchen
Distance: 40 km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Train Ride to Scharnitz
Day 4 of the tour will see you take a train ride to Scharnitz, gaining 300 metres of altitude in the process. From there, you will continue slightly uphill through rugged gorges and lush alpine pastures to the Isar river source. Travelling back through the sunny, high-altitude valley, you will enjoy marvelous panoramic views looking out onto the Karwendel and the Wetterstein mountain ranges, as you make your way through Mittenwald to Wallgau – a village where Bavarian traditions are still alive today.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Wallgau
Distance: 45 km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Cycle to Bad Tölz
Today you will pass by the Isarwinkel, following the crystal clear, turquoise-blue water to the impressive lake Sylvensteinsee, after which, you will cycle through atmospheric scenery to Bad Tölz. This village is situated at the intersection of two trading routes – the River Isar and the old salt route from Reichenhall into the Allgäu region. The ornate houses are a testament to the historical prominence of the area.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Bad Tölz
Distance: 50 km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 Visit the Scenic Tegernsee
After breakfast, you will cycle through the charming scenery around Lake Tegernsee until you arrive at Gmund on Lake Tegernsee to enjoy the fabulous panoramic views. You will then return along the Gaißbach Valley to Bad Tölz, where the thermal springs of the spa Alpamare will rejuvenate any sore muscles you may have.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Bad Tölz
Distance: 45 km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 Return to the Shores of Starnberger See
For the finale of your cycling adventure, you will enjoy another casual stage through soft rolling hills and lush meadows to return back to the starting point of this round trip. If you have not done it already, try taking a swim in the crystal clear waters of Lake Starnberg as a final highlight of this tour.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Bernried
Distance: 30 km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 Departure Day
After breakfast, you will pack up your things and bid farewell to beautiful Bavaria for an individual departure from the region.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
2026 Pricing for Bavarian Lakes Cycling Tour
The departures are available departing daily from April 11 to October 4, 2026.
The starting price for two people sharing a double or twin room is EUR1199 per person.
To rent a premium hybrid bike it is EUR205 and an e-bike is EUR325.
Accommodation on the Bavarian Lakes Cycling Tour
This tour is based in hotels. Accommodations on this trip are of a 3-star standard, and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. Rooms may have fireplaces or access to amenities such as hot tubs, steam rooms, or private decks to lounge on.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplemental fee to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
What’s Included in the Bavarian Lakes Cycling Tour?
Meals
7 breakfasts are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 7 nights are included in the tour. Accommodations before or after the tour in Bernried are not included, but can be added as a supplement.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for your luggage is included throughout the tour.
Also Included
Not included
Optional Extras
We rate this tour as a 3 / 5. Cyclists will need to be able to cover between 40 and 70 kilometres per day, and there is one longer ascent throughout the tour.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
7 breakfasts are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover cycling. Get your travel insurance.
Fly into the Munich (MUC) Airport and then transfer to either the Bernried or Wolfratshausen train stations.
Yes, the travel documents and resources for this trip are in English.
The Bavarian Lakes Cycling Tour ends where it began, along the shores of the Starnberger See in the town of Bernried. From there, you can head to the Bernried or Wolfratshausen train stations and transfer to the Munich Airport (MUC).
Yes, you can rent a bike during the booking process. Rental bikes come in 7-gear and 21/24-gear varieties. You can also rent an e-bike.
Yes. If you bring your own bike, it should be a road bike suitable for the demands of the tour.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
