Pilsensee Lake
Bavarian lake popular for swimming and boating
A small Bavarian lake near the Starnberg district, Pilsensee draws swimmers, dinghy sailors and walkers. Lakeside paths and quiet village landings make it a low-key escape from Munich's bustle.
Pilsensee at a Glance#
Address: Pilsensee, Starnberg district, Bavaria, Germany
Hours: Open daily (outdoor area)
Admission: Free (lake)
About Pilsensee#
Pilsensee is a small lake in Bavaria, Germany, located in the hilly lake district west of Munich often called the Five-Lakes Region. It is used for local recreation including swimming, boating and shoreline walks.
Shoreline villages and small harbours provide entry points for visitors and residents, and the lake is part of a network of nearby lakes that together form a popular weekend and day-trip area. Facilities are oriented to day visitors rather than large-scale tourism operations.
The lake lies roughly 30 to 40 kilometres west-southwest of central Munich in the Bavarian Oberland, within easy driving distance of the Munich metropolitan area.
- Recreation: Located in the Fünfseenland (Five-Lakes Region) west of Munich, the lake is popular locally for swimming, sailing and lakeside recreation.
- Access: Nearby towns and villages provide access points and small marinas for non-motorised boating and seasonal leisure use.
How to Get to Pilsensee#
Pilsensee is west of Munich in the Starnberg district. From München Hauptbahnhof take the S-Bahn S8 (toward Herrsching) to Seefeld‑Hechendorf station (about 35-40 minutes), then walk roughly 15-25 minutes to reach the lake shore depending on your route.
By car it’s roughly 30-40 km west of central Munich (routes via the A96/B2 are commonly used); park in Seefeld or nearby villages and approach the lake on local roads and footpaths.
Tips for Visiting Pilsensee#
- Approach the lake through the village of Seefeld am Pilsensee for the main public access points, lakeside cafés and any boat‑rental facilities; that village is the most convenient base.
- To avoid weekend swimmers and crowds, visit on a weekday morning or late afternoon outside the peak summer weekends; birdwatchers will find reed beds and quieter shorelines at those times.
Best Time to Visit Pilsensee#
Best from late spring through early autumn (May-September) for outdoor lake activities and pleasant weather.
Weather & Climate near Pilsensee#
Pilsensee's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (983 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -3° - 3° | -4° | 50 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -3° - 4° | -3° | 52 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 0° - 8° | 1° | 59 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 3° - 12° | 5° | 73 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 8° - 17° | 13° | 97 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 11° - 20° | 15° | 124 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 13° - 22° | 18° | 126 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 13° - 22° | 17° | 118 mm | - | - | 2.3 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 9° - 18° | 14° | 85 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 5° - 12° | 7° | 66 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 1° - 7° | 1° | 72 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -2° - 4° | -2° | 61 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
