Worth seeing. Lake Thumsee in its winter finery.

A winter hike near Bad Reichenhall
Discover the winter silence around Lake Thumsee near Bad Reichenhall with even steps and let the slow pace of nature inspire you.

Sitting low in the sky, the sun shyly casts its soft light over the snowy landscape. And then there it is, seeming to absorb the sunlight and radiate it back out in a gentle, golden glow: Lake Thumsee near Bad Reichenhall. It lies before you like a hidden pearl, embraced by the silent tranquillity of winter. It almost seems as if the ice and snow have muffled everything that’s superfluous, all the distractions, all the stress, inviting you to rest for a moment and let the peace softly sink into your soul.

Beginning at the Seewirt, the trail winds its way around the lake. Step by step, it takes you deeper into the awe-worthy scenery of this conservation area, which delights your eyes and warms your heart. Each tree branch, covered in a delicate blanket of ice and snow, looks like a sculpture carved by the hands of nature itself.

Lake Thumsee lies there in tranquil beauty. Its water is hidden beneath a thin layer of ice that sparkles like a precious gem in the pale light. Here, on its shore, you find a place to stop and linger for a while. The breath of winter fills your lungs while the chill air kisses your face awake. Your inner world grows still as you gaze out over this natural spectacle. And you become one with the winter scenery that surrounds you. The lake, the snow-bedecked trees – they tell tales of the beauty of winter and inspire you to pause and savour this precious moment.

And then, you continue your walk, gently switching between admiring this winter wonder and discovering the many small treasures of nature all around. After this winter walk, you return enriched by the memories of the frosty beauty, still immersed in Lake Thumsee’s silent yet powerful tale. A tale that will long hold a treasured place in your heart.

Find the magic of winter. Discover Bad Reichenhall.