Abtsdorfer See

Lake Lake in Bavaria, freshwater recreation and fishing

A Bavarian lake near Bad Reichenhall offering shore walks, swimming spots and birdwatching, often combined with visits to nearby spa towns.

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Abtsdorfer See
47.9100, 12.9070

How to Get to Abtsdorfer See #

By car from Salzburg or Traunstein via regional roads; small parking areas are available near the lake. Regional buses serve nearby villages-check local timetables for connections.

Tips for Visiting Abtsdorfer See #

  • Walk the lakeshore at dawn for mist photographers-the lake often produces low-lying fog in morning.
  • Combine a visit with nearby Bavarian towns for beer and food after the walk.
  • Bring mosquito repellent in summer; reeds can attract insects.

Best Time to Visit Abtsdorfer See #

Late spring through early autumn for outdoor activities; autumn for photography and quieter visits.

Summer
June-August · 15-25°C
Best for walking, boating, and lakeside relaxation.
Autumn
September-October · 5-15°C
Colorful foliage and quieter paths.

Weather & Climate near Abtsdorfer See #

Climate

Abtsdorfer See's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 23°C. Abundant rainfall (1335 mm/year), wettest in July.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
23°
Warmest Month
-5°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm).

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-5°

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm

February

February is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm

March

March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

98 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm

April

April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

May

May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

116 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm

June

June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (160 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 21°

Weather

160 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (166 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
13° 23°

Weather

166 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (154 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
12° 23°

Weather

154 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

104 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm

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