Eching am Ammersee on the North Shore

Eching am Ammersee lies on the north shore of Lake Ammersee. When looking for a hotel, it is worth planning your trip around the features that define the town: cycling routes, the lake, natural landscapes and historic buildings. This can help you decide which aspects you want to shape your stay and which travel options are suitable for you.

Getting There and Finding Your Way

From Landsberg am Lech, you can reach Eching am Ammersee via the A96 and exit 29, “Greifenberg.” From Munich, take the A96 and exit 30, “Inning am Ammersee.” The nearby towns of Türkenfeld, about 5 km away, and Grafrath, about 7 km away, are both served by trains on MVV line S4. Check the timetable for your travel day if you would like to include the train in your plans.

Cycling Routes, the Lake and Boat Trips

In Eching am Ammersee, the Ammersee Cycle Route from Munich to Bad Wörishofen meets the Ammer-Amper Long-Distance Cycle Route. This makes the town a junction between two named routes for cyclists planning their trip. The Three Lakes Tour starts at the car park of the Eching am Ammersee recreation area.

In the neighboring town of Stegen, boats operated by Bayerische Seenschifffahrt dock from Easter until the end of October. Stegen is reachable from Eching on foot or by bicycle. If you are planning a boat trip, check the current operating days in advance. In summer, Lake Ammersee offers a variety of water sports.

Nature and Recreation Around Eching

The Ampermoos nature reserve stretches from the north shore of Lake Ammersee to Grafrath and shapes the landscape around Eching. It is an important habitat for meadow-nesting birds, including the common snipe and the great bustard. The Ampermoos formed after the last Ice Age as a lake-fill fen and is now one of the largest remaining river-valley fen complexes in southern Bavaria. In this landscape, a long history of formation meets an important role as a habitat.

The wooded Weingarten recreation area borders Eching am Ammersee to the south. It includes a beach swimming area and sunbathing lawns, as well as a sailing club and play areas for children. Check the latest operating information for the swimming area and sailing club before visiting.

Local Architectural History

The St. Sebastian plague chapel stands at the entrance to Eching by the Windach bridge and was built in 1651. Its stucco work is by Franz Xaver Schmuzer of the Wessobrunn School of stucco artists. The parish church of St. Peter and Paul offers another historic landmark: it was expanded in the 18th century and has a high altar from the Rococo period.

The dates refer to different building phases: 1651 is the year the plague chapel was built, while the 18th century refers to the expansion of the parish church. Along with the stucco work and Rococo high altar, these details give culture enthusiasts specific points of reference for understanding Eching’s architectural history.

For the wider travel overview: Schondorf am Ammersee.