Where is Schönau am Königssee located?

The idyllic municipality of Schönau am Königssee is located in the Upper Bavarian district of Berchtesgadener Land in the state of Bavaria, in the very south of Germany. Around 5,400 inhabitants live here on an area of 131.62 km². The municipality consists of seven districts, the showpiece of which is the Königssee lake, which is up to 190 meters deep, with the baroque church of St. Bartholomä. Alexander Humboldt already described the village in the Berchtesgaden National Park as one of the"most beautiful landscapes on earth". It is therefore not surprising that Schönau am Königssee is the third largest tourist municipality in the whole of Upper Bavaria after Munich and Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The 1,874 m high Jenner is a popular panoramic mountain in the Berchtesgaden Alps. The modern Jennerbahn cable car takes visitors from the valley up to around 1,800 m. The view of the surrounding Alpine panorama from up here is particularly impressive - the webcam at the mountain station brings this natural paradise right to your doorstep, see for yourself!

What can you do in Schönau am Königssee?

The most beautiful sight in Schönau is of course the fjord-like emerald green Königssee. It is a mountain lake between the slopes of the Watzmann and Hagengebirge mountains. The lake is one of the cleanest lakes in Germany and is over seven kilometers long. A highlight is a boat trip on the lake, where you can enjoy the beautiful view of the surrounding mountains in peace and quiet. The Roman Catholic pilgrimage church of St. Bartholomä is also located directly on the western shore. Other attractions in and around the municipality include the Haus der Berge and the salt mine in Berchtesgaden as well as the Jennerbahn cable car in Schönau, which takes guests up to 1,800 meters in comfort. The Eagle's Nest at 1,834 meters above Berchtesgaden is also a must-see in the region. The Schornbad or the Watzmann Therme in Berchtesgaden provide fun in the water - you can easily find out whether the weather is suitable for your swimming trip to Königssee with the webcam.

What's going on in Schönau am Königssee?

Schönau am Königssee is a paradise for active vacationers at any time of year. In summer, well-developed hiking trails invite you to go on tours around the Königssee, such as the Königssee footpath or the Malerwinkl circular trail. On the one hand, the Jenner is a popular excursion destination, with the Jennerbahn cable car taking you comfortably up to 1,800 m - from here you have an impressive view of the Watzmann massif, which you can also marvel at with the webcam. On the other hand, the Jenner is the starting point for alpine tours, for example to the Brandkopf, the Hohe Brett or the Kleine Reib'n. The beautiful mountains around the Königssee are also ideal for mountaineering and climbing . Other popular activities in the area include mountain biking, e-biking and cycling on the mountains and down around the lake and in the forests.
In winter, the hiking doesn't stop there; in addition to ski touring, tobogganing, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, winter hiking is also becoming more popular every year. In neighboring Berchtesgaden, 44 kilometers of slopes in six ski areas await winter sports fans.

The weather in Schönau am Königssee

The weather in Schönau is influenced by the prevailing cold temperate continental climate . Summers are pleasant to warm and winters are cold and snowy. In general, there is a lot of precipitation in this part of Germany - all year round. The average temperature is around 7 °C. The best time to visit for hiking, boating, walking and mountaineering is from June to September. If you prefer to enjoy the snow, the winter months from December to February are a safe bet. If you are planning a vacation or stay in the south of Bavaria, then use our live webcam in Schönau am Königssee and take a look at the current weather on site and in the surrounding villages using our other webcams. You can also use the weather forecasts for today, tomorrow and the coming weekend - so you are always well prepared.