Badersee
- Area
- 0.01 km²
- Max. depth
- 18 m
- Altitude
- 766 m
- From Munich
- 1.5 hrs
Badersee: a lake in Zugspitze Region and Karwendel at 766 m, covering 0.01 km² and up to 18 m deep. Tiny Badersee in Grainau covers about one hectare but is famous for its emerald water and the mermaid on its bed.
About Badersee
The lake lies by the Hotel am Badersee at 766 m, reaches 18 m and rarely freezes thanks to its springs. A gilded mermaid lies on the bottom, visible from a boat.
Can you swim here?
Swimming is not intended here. The lake belongs to the hotel, but the footpath is public.
Which walks are there?
It is a few minutes’ walk from central Grainau, and a nice short stop before Eibsee or the Höllental Gorge.
How do you get there?
Grainau station is on the Zugspitze Railway, about 20 minutes on foot.
Towns on the shore: Grainau. Travel time from Munich is a rough estimate by car or train. Area, depth and altitude from Wikipedia and Wikidata.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Badersee mermaid?
A gilded figure on the lakebed, visible from a boat in clear water.
Can you swim in Badersee?
No, it belongs to the hotel and is not a swimming lake.
