Simssee
Lake Freshwater lake in Bavaria, recreational boating destination
Simssee, near Rosenheim in Bavaria, is a shallow lake used for swimming, sailing and lakeside walks; families and birdwatchers frequent its shores during warm months.
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Simssee is a freshwater lake in Upper Bavaria, Germany, located in a rural landscape of farmland and small villages. It is used locally for recreation including walking, swimming and small-boat activities.
The lake is ringed by accessible shorelines and low hills that make for short walking circuits; the immediate surroundings include bathing spots and picnic areas. Water-based activities are seasonal and the lake is a local amenity rather than a large tourist destination.
Simssee lies southwest of Rosenheim in Bavaria, within easy driving distance of towns such as Prien and Bad Endorf. The landscape around the lake is typical Bavarian lowland with agricultural land and small woodlands.
- Recreation: Shore paths and small public bathing areas provide the main visitor access; local boat hire and seasonal swimming are common recreational uses.
How to Get to Simssee #
Accessible by car from Rosenheim and nearby Bavarian towns. Regional buses serve villages around the lake; local parking is available at designated access points.
Tips for Visiting Simssee #
- Park near local swimming spots and walk the lakeside trails to appreciate seasonal birdlife.
- Look for small boat rentals in nearby towns if interested in paddling the lake at dawn or dusk.
- Visit during shoulder seasons to avoid weekend German family crowds in high summer.
Best Time to Visit Simssee #
Summer is best for water activities; shoulder seasons offer quieter visits.
Weather & Climate near Simssee #
Simssee'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 (1113 mm/year), wettest in June.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (146 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (145 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).
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