Forggensee
- Area
- 15.2 km²
- Max. depth
- 41 m
- Altitude
- 781 m
- From Munich
- 1.8 hrs
Forggensee: a lake in Allgäu and Lake Constance at 781 m, covering 15.2 km² and up to 41 m deep. Forggensee near Füssen is Germany’s largest reservoir by area. In summer it is a sailing lake with a view of Neuschwanstein; in winter it is drained.
About Forggensee
The Lech was dammed in 1954 for flood control and power. The lake covers 15.2 km². Between autumn and spring it is nearly empty, and you can walk on the lakebed and spot traces of old settlements and a Roman road.
Can you swim here?
Swimming spots are at Roßhaupten, Waltenhofen and Dietringen. The season starts only when the lake is full in June.
Which walks are there?
The cycle path around the lake is about 32 km, with repeated views of the Tannheim mountains and the castles.
How do you get there?
Füssen is the end of the Allgäu railway. Buses and cycle paths lead to the lake.
Towns on the shore: Füssen, Roßhaupten, Halblech. Travel time from Munich is a rough estimate by car or train. Area, depth and altitude from Wikipedia and Wikidata.
Frequently asked questions
Why is Forggensee empty in winter?
It is drained in autumn to make room for snowmelt and is full again by June.
When can you swim?
Roughly June to September, while the reservoir is full.
How long is the cycle path?
About 32 km.
