Ferchensee Lake
Alpine lake in Bavaria beneath Herzogstand massif
Under alpine peaks, Ferchensee provides a small mountain lake with trails, seasonal swimming and straightforward hikes; visitors stop en route to Mittenwald for quiet water views and accessible mountain walking.
Ferchensee at a Glance#
How to Get to Ferchensee#
Ferchensee is located in the Bavarian Alps. Access by car is via the nearest regional roads from towns such as Garmisch-Partenkirchen; local bus services connect in high season. The final approach is a short woodland walk from nearby parking spots.
Tips for Visiting Ferchensee#
- Walk the short circuit around the lake in the early morning for glassy reflections and fewer people.
- The route includes some steep forested paths on the southern side - wear shoes with grip.
- The lake freezes occasionally in hard winters; check local conditions before venturing onto any ice.
Best Time to Visit Ferchensee#
Late spring through early autumn offers the best conditions for outdoor activities and swimming.
Weather & Climate near Ferchensee#
Ferchensee's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 19°C. Abundant rainfall (1338 mm/year), wettest in July.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -5° - 2° | -5° | 66 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -5° - 3° | -4° | 65 mm | - | - | 2.3 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -2° - 6° | -1° | 82 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 1° - 9° | 2° | 95 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 5° - 14° | 8° | 131 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 8° - 17° | 13° | 178 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 10° - 19° | 15° | 187 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 10° - 19° | 14° | 172 mm | - | - | 2.2 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 7° - 16° | 11° | 110 mm | - | - | 2.2 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 3° - 12° | 6° | 85 mm | - | - | 2.3 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -1° - 5° | 0° | 87 mm | - | - | 2.3 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -4° - 3° | -3° | 80 mm | - | - | 2.3 m/s | - | - |
