The Achental cycle route takes you along flat paths through the Chiemgau foothills.
Achental cycle route
Cycling tour- Starting point Tourist Information Grassau
- Location
- distance 72.8 kilometres
- duration 05:00 hours
- maximum altitude 592 meters
- minimum altitude 519 meters
- altitude difference 188 ascending
- altitude difference 174 descending
Tour description:
The Achental cycle route is ideal for leisure cyclists and families who want to explore the picturesque landscape of the Chiemgau Alps by bike. The route runs at the foot of the Alps and passes through the various towns of the Achental. The southern section of the cycle route is especially attractive as it leads directly into the mountains. The route is flat and without major inclines, making it especially family-friendly. On the way north, you will cross moors that not only offer a unique backdrop but are also habitats for many rare plants and animals. These sections of the route are good places for short breaks to explore and enjoy the surroundings. The destination of the Achental cycle route is Lake Chiemsee. On hot days, you can take a refreshing swim at the beach bath Übersee or enjoy a drink at the beach bar. The route is family-friendly and varied, so everyone gets their money's worth.
Tips for the Achental cycle route:
- The total route can be shortened at any time
- Pack enough drinks
Recommended months for this tour
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
- October
- November
- December
Tips for this tour
If the total distance is too long, you can shorten it and ride either the northern or southern part only.
Downloads
- Tour as a PDF file (PDF)
- Tour as a GPX file (GPX)
- Tour as a KML file (KML)
Arrival by car
From the A8 coming from Munich:
Take the third exit at the roundabout towards Reit im Winkl. Follow the road through Bernau and Rottau. Shortly after the parish church in Grassau, turn left and then immediately left again. The parking lot is now on the left side.
Parking at the destination
Hefter parking lot
Arrival by public transport
Achental bus line 9505 (bike transport not always possible) | Stop: Grassau Kirchplatz
Chiemsee ring line May to October