The best known in the region is the Chiemsee, which is also called the "Bavarian Sea" due to its size. The Herreninsel with Ludwig II's castle shows its mystical, quiet side between November and March. After a boat trip from Gstadt or Prien across the lake, which sparkles in the winter sun, the island can be explored on a circular route of around nine kilometers. Herrenchiemsee is also ideal for welcoming the first harbingers of spring awakening in March or April. Those who want to take it a little more sporty can, on the other hand, get going on a total of 30 cross-country trails in the region. For example, the standard cross-country ski run on the Samerberg, which is groomed for classic cross-country skiers and skaters, is ideal for running in. The cross-country ski trail network, which is around 20 kilometers long when the snow conditions are good, is best reached via one of the many parking spaces between Grainbach and Roßholzen. Meditative gliding can also be practiced in the quiet evening hours on the night trail in Sachrang. UnderChiemsee-Alpenland Website there is a lot more information for active and relaxing winter magic around the Bavarian Sea and lots of tour tips including maps.
Climb up, strengthen yourself, dash down into the valley: this triad inspires both wooden sledges and minibob pilots. There are natural toboggan runs of different lengths in the Chiemsee-Alpenland region. Tobogganers can enjoy the 90-minute ascent to the Brünnsteinhaus in the Mühlau high valley near Oberaudorf, because toboggans can be hired at the top. With a length of 5.2 kilometers, the medium-difficulty natural run is one of the longest toboggan runs in Germany. TÜV-tested tobogganing is also possible on the Hocheck. There a four-person chairlift brings you to the start of the groomed route and lots of other offers for families.