StarnbergAmmersee

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StarnbergAmmersee

Starnberg Ammersee

If you look at StarnbergAmmersee from the air, the two large lakes form a bracket around the region: the stately Lake Starnberg with its castles, museums and sophisticated flair and the more laid-back Lake Ammersee with its many cafés, studios and creative artist atmosphere. Flanked by Wörthsee, Pilsensee, Weßlinger and Maisinger See and the idyllic Würm, Starnberg-Ammersee shines with a total of over 130 kilometers of lakeshore - uniquely beautiful nature, yet only half an hour away from the state capital of Munich.

Highlights in the region

Water plays an important role in the Starnberg-Ammersee region: whether swimming, sailing, surfing, diving or simply enjoying the landscape - the diversity of the region leaves nothing to be desired. It's no wonder that the former fishing villages around the lakes, many of which are over 1,000 years old, have been so popular with celebrities from the aristocracy, politics and the arts since the 19th century. In addition to King Ludwig II and his great cousin Sisi, many castles and villas on Lake Starnberg still bear witness to pomp and wealth today. The region can be perfectly explored on the exciting cycling and hiking trails - whether leisurely or ambitious.
Golf fans will also get their money's worth here: with 12 golf courses within 25 kilometers, we have the highest density of courses in Germany - with views of the lake and mountains.
Where nature offers so much inspiration, there are always many creative and intellectual minds to be found. First-class cultural events offer the largest selection in the Munich area - from classical and jazz concerts to the famous Five Lakes Film Festival, plus unique museums such as the Kaiserin Elisabeth or Buchheim Museum.

Superlatives in StarnbergAmmersee

Germany's highest density of golf courses
The 2.8-kilometer stretch between Seefeld and Gut Delling is considered the longest and oldest oak avenue in Europe.
Between eight and ten million day visitors explore the area between Lake Starnberg and Lake Ammersee every year.
Starnberg - Almost 8,000 boats are licensed for the waters in the region.
Herrsching am Ammersee: Germany's longest lakeside promenade is located here at 8.5 km.
Every year, up to 50,000 people visit the pottery market in the lakeside grounds of Dießen on the Ascension weekend.
Many celebrities live on Lake Starnberg, including: Helene Fischer, Peter Maffay and the King of Thailand.
The Five Lakes Film Festival takes place on 15 screens at venues in Starnberg, Gauting, Schloss Seefeld, Weßling and Wörthsee and attracts around 20,000 visitors every year with over 300 screenings.