Alatsee Lake
Scenic Bavarian lake in the Allgäu region
A small alpine lake in Bavaria near Füssen, set against forested hills; locals and day visitors walk the shore, swim in summer and dive or snorkel where permitted.
Alatsee at a Glance#
How to Get to Alatsee#
From Füssen, drive east on B310 then take the L300/L295 toward Halblech and then local roads toward Alatsee; the drive is about 20-30 minutes. Limited roadside parking exists near the main access path; from the nearest village it’s typically a 10-20 minute walk. Public transport is minimal - local buses serve nearby communities, but a taxi from Füssen is the most direct option.
Tips for Visiting Alatsee#
- Approach the lake early morning to see the glassy surface and avoid the afternoon swimmers and hikers.
- Bring a waterproof map and proper footwear if following the shoreline - sections can be precipitous and muddy.
- Respect private property: some access points run through farms and private roads.
Best Time to Visit Alatsee#
Late spring through summer offers the best weather for visiting Alatsee; mornings are quieter and evenings cooler.
Weather & Climate near Alatsee#
Alatsee'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 -5°C to 21°C. Abundant rainfall (1360 mm/year), wettest in July.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -5° - 2° | -5° | 71 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -5° - 4° | -4° | 74 mm | - | - | 2.3 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -2° - 7° | 0° | 86 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 1° - 11° | 4° | 97 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 6° - 16° | 11° | 126 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 9° - 19° | 14° | 174 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 11° - 21° | 16° | 185 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 11° - 21° | 16° | 174 mm | - | - | 2.1 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 8° - 17° | 13° | 116 mm | - | - | 2.2 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 4° - 13° | 7° | 83 mm | - | - | 2.1 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -1° - 6° | 2° | 92 mm | - | - | 2.3 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -4° - 3° | -4° | 82 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
