At a glance
Lake Starnberg is full of history as well as stories. Many celebrities, including King Ludwig II, the
Empress of Austria (Sisi)
, the Thurn and Taxis family, industrialists and artists gladly came and left magnificent castles and elegant villas on its banks.
With an area of 57 km², it is Germany’s fifth largest lake and Bavaria’s second largest.
Formed by the Isar-Loisach glacier, the lake is 21 km long, 5 km wide and measures about 128 m at its deepest point. Its excellent water quality is ideal for all
water sports
.
On its banks, it invites you to walk, sunbathe, bike and
beer garden
in many
inns
invites.
