Discover Lechbruck am See

You can get to know Lechbruck am See through its trails along the Lech, a parish church visible from far away, and activities throughout the year. If you are looking for a hotel for your stay in town, these themes may help you decide: Would you like to go hiking, plan a trip on the water, or experience Lechbruck in winter too? The options offer different experiences, and you can prioritize them according to your travel plans.

Hiking along the Lech and Via Claudia Augusta

The old Roman imperial road Via Claudia Augusta runs directly through Lechbruck as a hiking route. It invites you to follow in the footsteps of the Romans. The Lech Riverside Trail runs alongside the turquoise-blue Lech. The two routes therefore offer different points of interest: the Via Claudia Augusta has a historical connection, while the Lech Riverside Trail follows the river.

Another hike starts at the boat harbor in Lechbruck. It follows the Lechsee past the Hochbergle holiday village and the Via Claudia campsite toward Urspring. From there, it continues upstream, past the Lechschwall rapids and on toward Lechbrücke or Gründl.

Parish Church of the Visitation of Mary

The parish church of the Visitation of Mary has stood on an open hill in the center of Lechbruck since 1786 and is visible from far away. Its early Neoclassical design features a large ceiling painting and large figures at the altars. With its setting and architecture, the church adds a distinct local and artistic point of interest to the trails along the Lech. When choosing Lechbruck, you can picture the town not only through its hiking trails but also through this landmark church.

Raft trips and the winter ice rink

Guest raft trips depart from and return to the Lechbruck boat harbor at Lechwiesenstraße 36. A trip lasts about two hours. If you plan a raft trip, check the current departure times in advance. This will help you include the approximate duration of the activity in your daily schedule and coordinate the departure with your other plans.

In winter, Lechbruck has an outdoor ice rink. Visitors can ice skate to music, and skates are available to rent. This seasonal offering differs from the hiking trails and raft trips in that it focuses on ice skating. If the rink is important to your travel plans, check its opening hours before your visit.

The wider Ostallgäu region

The wider Ostallgäu travel region has 32 local hiking routes showcasing special natural and local attractions. The Ostallgäu cycling region includes regional routes that extend throughout Ostallgäu. Each is 25 to 76 kilometers long, consistently signposted and dedicated to a specific theme. The Forggensee Cycling Loop runs around Lake Forggensee. This information provides a regional overview of hiking and cycling in Ostallgäu.

Forggensee covers more than 15 square kilometers, making it Bavaria’s fifth-largest lake and Germany’s largest reservoir. During the summer season, Forggensee boat trips regularly run; check the current timetable when making specific plans. Since July 12, 2025, Neuschwanstein Castle has also been part of the UNESCO World Heritage site alongside Linderhof Palace, the King’s House on Schachen and Herrenchiemsee Palace. Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau can only be visited as part of a guided tour.

Discover more destinations: Lamerdingen, Obergünzburg, Halblech, Marktoberdorf, Ronsberg, Pfronten, Kaufbeuren, Rieden am Forggensee.

Back to the regional travel overview: Ostallgäu.