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Chiemgau –Winter Beauty in Upper Bavaria

October 8, 2012

It’s Bavaria at its loveliest. From mountains to lakes to palaces, the Chiemgau region of Upper Bavaria has everything a holidaymaker might fancy. Lake Chiemsee, nestled in the Chiemgau Alps, is a perfect example.

Mountains, lakes and castles are Bavarian trademarks - and they can all be found in the area southeast of Munich. The Chiemgau covers a 50 kilometer radius around Lake Chiemsee.

In the winter, the blanket of snow over the picture-book countryside adds to its charm.

Reit im Winkel is one of most reliable of Germany’s winter sport resorts when it comes to snow. At lower elevations, it’s ideal for cross-country skiers, and a bit higher up, Winklmoosalm offers the perfect terrain for downhill skiing. For après ski entertainment, there’s the Bergfex’n Trio, who perform at Hindenburg Cabin.

Even in winter, boats take you over Lake Chiemsee to the fabled palace of Herrenchiemsee. It was built by Ludwig II of Bavaria, who also built Neuschwanstein.

Master chef Heinz Winkler provides culinary delights at his restaurant in Aschau and at an elevation of nearly 1700 meters, Mount Kampenwand offers a magnificent panoramic view of the Alps.

Chiemgau - Three Travel Tips # 29.01.2012 # Discover Germany

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