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Water sports in the Achental

ENJOY A REFRESH

Just dive in! It’s not just the wonderful mountains with their traditional Alpine pastures that make the Achental unique: Water sports enthusiasts will also be thrilled by diverse options.  There is a wide variety of possibilities in, on and next to the water. Whether you want to actively enjoy the cool water or just relax and unwind at one of our wonderful lakes – there is something for everyone!

Idyllic lakes

Fun for the whole family

Swim a few lenghts, float on the air mattress or SUP or take a refreshing jump into the cool water on hot days – nothing stands in the way of a fun day swimming in the Achental. The playgrounds on the banks of our swimming lakes let the eyes of our little water lovers shine bright. Small snacks or a delicious ice cream from the kiosk complete the swimming trip.
Lake Wössner See
Lake Zeller See
Lake Reifinger See

  • Wild Waters

    Paddle through the specatular Entenlochklamm, a breathtaking gorge, while rafting, immerse yourself in a packraft adventure or discover the Tiroler Ache by kayak.

    Rafting

Water landscapes

FASCINATING NATURAL EXPERIENCE

  • Tiroler Ache

    Nothing characterizes the landscape of the Achental as much as the course of the turquoise-blue Tiroler Ache. Over 79 kilometers the Ache makes its way from the Kitzbühel Alps to Lake Chiemsee and breaks through the Chiemgau Alps, surrounded by steep rock faces.

    As the largest tributary of Lake Chiemsee, the wild mountain river flows into the lake through the Achendelta near the village of Grabenstätt. The estuary is an inland delta that is unique in Central Europe and it is constantly changing.

    The gravel banks along the Tiroler Ache and the estuary delta are valuable habitats for rare water birds and gravel breeders.

  • Entenlochklamm

    A specatular natural spectacle is the Entenlochklamm – a 2.5 kilometer long rocky narrow passage between Kössen and Schleching, which the Tiroler Ache passes to flow to Bavaria.

    The impressive gorge is spanned by two suspension bridges which you can explore along the Smuggler’s Trail (Schmugglerweg). Or you can discover the Alpine canyon by kayak or rubber dinghy.

    The Bavarian part of the gorge, the breakthrough valley of the Tiroler Ache, has been a large nature reserve since 1982.

  • Lake Taubensee

    The picturesque Taubensee is one of the highest mountain lakes in Germany. Located in the middle of the Chiemgau Alps at 1,140 meters, the mountain lake with its diverse shore sections invites you to take a relaxing hiking break.

    It owes its name by the stone crabs, “Daubben” in Bavarian, which are native to the lake alongside numerous species of fish, frogs and mussels. The dark blue color and oval shape have also earned Lake Taubensee the nickname “Eye of the Chiemgau”. The Border between Bavaria and Tyrol runs right through the middle of the lake, which is up to 40 meters deep.

  • Lake Rudersburger See

    The Lake Rudersburger See near Schleching is particularly idyllic. The surrounding mountain forest is reflected in the smooth surface of the lake, creating the most beautiful images. While the small oasis shimmers in a variety of shades of green in summer, autumn transforms Lake Rudersburger See into a brightly colored scene.

    At Lake Rudersburger See you can not only take a deep breath and enjoy a break surrounded by nature, but also go fishing.

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Kneipp

treading water

Treading water is probably the most famous application according to naturopath and pastor Sebastian Kneipp. In the Achental there are not only several Kneipp pools that invite you to tread water, but also the Wössner Bach which is considered the longest Kneipp facility in Germany. The Kneipp hiking trail around the Mountaineering Village of Schleching also entices you to take a refreshing excursion into nature.

Refreshing and healthy!

Wössner Bach Kneipp circular tour

Fishing

Nature, relaxation and sport

Enjoy the wonderful nature and maybe land a big fish: The diversity of fish species in the waters of the Achental and the Chiemgau region offer anglers and sport fishermen the best conditions. While the Tiroler Ache and the nearby river Traun are popular for fly fishing, anglers at the Taubensee and the Rudersburger See find great opportunities to cast the hook far away in peace and quiet.

If you want to spend a relaxing fishing holiday in the Achental, you need a valid fishing license and a fishing permit. Depending on the fishing area, this can be obtained, for example, from the Chiemsee Sport Fishing Association (Sportangelbund Chiemsee) or from the fishing lake owner.

Rafting on the Tiroler Ache

Wild water and the Entenlochklamm

Rafting on the Tiroler Ache is an experience – even on rainy days! You can book the family-friendly rafting tour daily from the mid of May until the mid of October. From Kössen in Tyrol you go on a guided tour by a rubber dinghy through the breathtaking Entenlochklamm, an Alpine canyon, to Schleching – and if you dare, you can jump into the refreshing water wearing a wetsuit.

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