Lechbruck am See offers specific starting points for days on foot: the old imperial road Via Claudia Augusta runs directly through the town as a hiking route, while the Lech riverside trail follows the turquoise-blue Lech. Other highlights include the parish church of “Mariä Heimsuchung” on an open hill in the town centre, activities at the boat harbour and a seasonal open-air ice rink. This brings together local history, waterside trails and a winter activity as distinct options.

The parish church in the townscape

The parish church of “Mariä Heimsuchung” has stood on an open hill in the centre of Lechbruck since 1786 and is visible from far away. The early Neoclassical building shapes the townscape. Inside, notable artistic features include the large ceiling painting and the large figures on the altars. This clearly identified cultural landmark complements the trails and activities by the water.

Hiking on trails with different points of interest

The trails offer different points of interest for a day of hiking: the old imperial road Via Claudia Augusta runs directly through Lechbruck as a hiking route, while the Lech riverside trail follows the turquoise-blue Lech. Another hike starts at the boat harbour. From there, it follows the Lechsee, passes through the Hochbergle holiday village and by the Via Claudia campsite, then heads towards Urspring. It then continues upstream, past the Lechschwall, towards Lechbrücke/Gründl. For planning, you can choose between following the old imperial road, a route along the river, or a route with a named starting point and specific waypoints.

Guest raft trips and winter activities

Guest raft trips start and end at the Lechbruck boat harbour at Lechwiesenstraße 36; each trip takes about two hours. Allow for this approximate duration as a separate part of your itinerary and check the current schedule in advance. The open-air ice rink is a seasonal winter activity: visitors can ice skate to music, and skates are available to rent. Check current opening hours for a winter visit.

Regional setting: Ostallgäu

In the wider Ostallgäu travel destination, the mountains in the southwest of the district belong to the Vilser Gebirge, while those in the southeast belong to the Ammergebirge. At 2,082 metres, the Hochplatte is the highest mountain in the Ostallgäu. The hiking trails also extend across the region: Ostallgäu has 32 local routes showcasing special natural and local attractions.

The Ostallgäu Cycle Travel Region comprises themed regional routes that extend across the entire Ostallgäu. They are signposted throughout and range from 25 to 76 kilometres in length. The Forggensee cycle route runs around the Forggensee. During the summer season, Forggensee boat trips operate regularly; if you are planning a trip, check the current schedule in advance.

Cultural destinations are also part of the wider Ostallgäu travel destination. Since 12 July 2025, Neuschwanstein Castle, together with Linderhof Palace, the King’s House on Schachen and Herrenchiemsee Palace, has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau royal castles can only be visited as part of a guided tour.

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