Lakes around Arnbruck are located in the scenic Bavarian Forest, providing access to various natural water bodies and recreational opportunities. The region features a mix of natural cirque lakes and man-made swimming facilities. Visitors can explore diverse landscapes, from dense forests to picturesque mountain basins. The area offers options for both tranquil relaxation and active exploration near water.
Last updated: May 9, 2026
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It was formerly used for 🪵transport by opening the weir and allowing the water flow down the valley.
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On the Arbersee Rundweg there is always a beautiful view over the lake and the Seehäusl.
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Here at the Arbersee it is simply wonderfully beautiful, whether in summer or in winter. Always worth a visit 👌 From here there are numerous great opportunities for hiking and biking 👍
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A visit to Gr. Arbersee is always something beautiful. Here you can just relax or go hiking and biking 😉
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A beautiful mountain lake that can be comfortably circled.
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Wonderful place with a great view of the large Arbersee.
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Very beautiful mountain lake. It is worth walking a round.
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Nature conservation is very important on the Arber.
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The region around Arnbruck, part of the scenic Bavarian Forest, offers a mix of natural cirque lakes and man-made swimming facilities. While Arnbruck itself doesn't have natural lakes directly within the municipality, you can explore diverse landscapes from dense forests to picturesque mountain basins nearby. These include ancient cirque lakes like the Great Arber Lake and recreational natural pools.
For swimming, you have a couple of excellent options. The Panoramabad Arnbruck, located directly in Arnbruck, is a popular indoor and outdoor swimming facility with a 25-meter pool, children's area, and outdoor water playground. Alternatively, the Naturbad Zellertal in the neighboring municipality of Drachselsried offers a biological natural pool with chlorine-free water and a large sunbathing lawn.
The Great Arber Lake is a significant natural lake in the Bavarian Forest, renowned for its picturesque beauty and as a relic of the last ice age. It's embedded in a deep, romantic mountain basin, surrounded by dense primeval forest. A unique feature is its 'floating islands,' which are botanical anomalies. The area is a nature reserve, offering a fascinating backdrop of dark water, steep rock faces, and majestic mountains.
No, swimming is prohibited in the Großer Arbersee to protect its natural reserve status. However, you can enjoy a gentle, accessible 1.6-kilometer circular hiking trail along the lakeshore, offering impressive views of the flora and fauna.
Yes, several options are family-friendly. The Panoramabad Arnbruck offers a children's area with a water slide and an outdoor water playground. The Great Arber Lake features a wheelchair-accessible circular hiking trail, making it suitable for families with strollers. Lake Blaibach is also noted as family-friendly, offering nice areas for hiking or biking.
You can expect to see diverse natural features. The Great Arber Lake, a cirque lake, is surrounded by primeval forest and features unique 'floating islands.' The Natural shoreline of the Großer Arbersee offers views of biotopes and rustic forest romance. Other lakes like Lake Höllenstein provide beautiful landscapes for enjoyment.
Yes, there are numerous hiking opportunities. Around the Great Arber Lake, you can enjoy a 1.6-kilometer circular hiking trail. The area around Lake Höllenstein also offers many great opportunities for hiking. For more extensive hiking, explore routes like the 'Mühlriegel tour' or 'Stein Moses Waterfalls' which are part of the Hiking around Arnbruck guide.
Cycling is a popular activity in the region. You can find nice areas for biking around Lake Blaibach and Lake Höllenstein. For more dedicated cycling routes, consider tours like 'View from the Höllenstein Dam – Lake Blaibach loop' or 'Arber West View – View of Drachselsried loop' from the Cycling around Arnbruck guide.
Yes, near the Great Arber Lake, the newly built Arberseehaus by the shore provides a cozy break with a winter garden and a sun terrace in summer. The Panoramabad Arnbruck also includes a café with a sun terrace, offering a holiday atmosphere.
Visitors frequently appreciate the beautiful landscapes and the opportunities for both relaxation and active exploration. The picturesque mountain lakes, surrounded by dense forests and offering impressive views, are highly valued. Many enjoy the hiking and biking trails, as well as the unique natural features like the 'floating islands' at the Great Arber Lake.
Yes, the Great Arber Lake offers a gentle, accessible 1.6-kilometer circular hiking trail along its shore, making it suitable for visitors with limited mobility or those pushing strollers. Information boards along the path provide details about the lake's unique ecology.


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