Active holidays in Bavaria: nature, sport and experiences on Lake Tegernsee

Lake Tegernsee shimmers in the finest shades of blue and turquoise. A gentle breeze sweeps across the water. A dream setting for your summer holiday.

Egerner Höfe on Lake Tegernsee are the ideal starting point for a varied active holiday in Bavaria. Between lake and mountains, a diverse landscape awaits you with opportunities for hiking, cycling, swimming and water sports. In winter, the Bavarian foothills of the Alps invite you to enjoy ski touring, snowshoe hikes, cross-country skiing and tobogganing excursions.

Whether you are looking for a sporting challenge, exercise in nature or an active balance to everyday life: around Lake Tegernsee, you will find suitable experiences in every season. The offer is complemented by fitness, yoga and individual activities, which our concierge team will be happy to organise for you.

Village with church on a lakeshore reflected in calm water with mountains and clouds behind.
Meadow in front of a lake with trees and mountains under a clear sky.
Two people carry stand-up paddle boards along the shore of a lake.
Two people on stand-up paddleboards on a lake, with a shore, trees and houses in the background.
Narrow path between meadows with wooden fence, with lake and mountains under a blue sky.
A couple sits at a lakeside picnic with a basket, snacks and a bottle of sparkling wine.
A couple rides bicycles on a path through a green landscape lined with trees.
Two cyclists on a lakeside path with a village church and mountains in the background.
A couple with bicycles stands by the lakeshore in front of mountains and a village with a church steeple.
Village with church on a lakeshore reflected in calm water with mountains and clouds behind.
Meadow in front of a lake with trees and mountains under a clear sky.
Two people carry stand-up paddle boards along the shore of a lake.
Two people on stand-up paddleboards on a lake, with a shore, trees and houses in the background.
Narrow path between meadows with wooden fence, with lake and mountains under a blue sky.
A couple sits at a lakeside picnic with a basket, snacks and a bottle of sparkling wine.
A couple rides bicycles on a path through a green landscape lined with trees.
Two cyclists on a lakeside path with a village church and mountains in the background.
A couple with bicycles stands by the lakeshore in front of mountains and a village with a church steeple.

An active holiday in the Bavarian Prealps – around Parkhotel Egerner Höfe in Rottach-Egern

Water sports on Lake Tegernsee

Lake Tegernsee offers a wide range of opportunities to enjoy an active summer on and in the water. Depending on the conditions, you can experience the unique landscape from a new perspective while swimming, sailing, stand-up paddling, windsurfing, or kitesurfing. Hotel guests can borrow a SUP board, subject to availability. If you prefer to stay active on land, you will find numerous hiking and cycling trails around Rottach-Egern. Golf, tennis, and carriage rides are also great ways to add variety to your stay.

Hiking and cycling on Lake Tegernsee

The Bavarian Prealps offer varied routes for nature lovers, leisurely hikers, and active sports enthusiasts. Around Lake Tegernsee, hiking trails lead through forests, across alpine meadows, and up to scenic heights. Cyclists will also find a wide range of ways to explore the landscape actively in the region. Whether you prefer a relaxed tour by the lake or a sporting challenge in the mountains, the surroundings of Rottach-Egern offer countless opportunities to combine exercise with experiencing nature. Our concierge team will be happy to help you choose suitable excursion destinations and tours.

Experience Lake Tegernsee from the air

If you would like to discover Lake Tegernsee and the Tegernsee Valley from a special perspective, you can take a balloon ride or a tandem flight. Our concierge team will be happy to assist hotel guests with organizing a personalized flying experience.

Two cyclists on a lakeside path with a village church and mountains in the background.

Excursion destinations and experiences in the Tegernsee Valley

The Tegernsee Valley combines nature, Bavarian tradition, culture and regional cuisine. From Egerner Höfe, you can reach Lake Tegernsee on foot in just a few minutes. The surrounding villages and numerous excursion destinations in the Bavarian foothills of the Alps are also easy to explore.

Whether it’s a mountain hike, a lake cruise, a cultural outing or a culinary discovery, the region offers many ways to tailor your stay to your individual preferences.

The Tegernsee Card also gives you discounts on various attractions and activities in the region.

Picnic basket with food and sparkling wine on a blanket by the lakeshore, with water and mountains behind.

Personal tips from our concierge

Our concierge team knows the region well and will be happy to assist you in planning your excursions. Whether you are looking for hiking routes, sporting activities, special experiences or restaurant recommendations, we will help you tailor your stay at Lake Tegernsee entirely to your wishes.

Contact Concierge

Email: concierge@egerner-hoefe.de
Phone: +49 8022 666-555

A couple sits at a lakeside picnic with a basket, snacks and a bottle of sparkling wine.

Movies and film classics in our HofKino

Our goal at HofKino at Egerner Höfe is to turn cinema into an experience for all the senses. Sit back, relax, and let streamed film classics or gripping movies draw you in. Enjoy a truly special atmosphere as a classic film flickers across the screen: cozy up in the dark while nibbling on fragrant popcorn.

It almost feels like a film festival! For movie lovers, we create the perfect blend of entertainment, heart-pounding moments, and indulgence. With our HofKino, we offer this special atmosphere to all our guests. Our HofKino is located indoors and seats up to 10 film enthusiasts.

Darkened cinema room with red armchairs, side tables, projector and large screen.

More experiences at Egerner Höfe

Alongside outdoor activities, Parkhotel Egerner Höfe also offers a variety of options indoors, allowing you to tailor your stay to your personal preferences.

Fashion and styling: The BO REDLEY Boutique combines curated collections with personalized style advice. In addition, the Evelyne Hofstetter hair salon offers hair care and styling for ladies and gentlemen.

Art and culture: Contemporary art, changing exhibitions, and vernissages complement Parkhotel Egerner Höfe’s cultural offerings.

These experiences round off your stay and make a wonderful addition to active days between lake and mountains.