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Reit im Winkl is a popular stop on the journey along the German Alpine Road, "Deutsche Alpenstraße". The well-signposted, extraordinary road trip starts in Lindau on Lake Constance and ends in Schönau am Königssee. Those who stop on the German Alpine Road in Reit im Winkl often spend the evening in the Dark Sky Park on the Winklmoos-Alm or use the day for a hike in the Chiemgau Alps.

The German Alpine Road leads through the most famous and beautiful German Alpine locations, it is the oldest German holiday route.

484 km long, signposted in both directions, so you can also start at Lake Königssee and drive towards Lake Constance.

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Route of the German Alpine Road

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On your way on the alpine road, stop in Reit im Winkl?

Why a stop in Reit im Winkl is definitely worthwhile when you explore the German Alpine Road on your road trip.

Our recommendations for a short stay - one that might inspire you to come back.

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Alpine pastures

The most beautiful alpine pastures and how to get there

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Taking a stroll around Reit im Winkl

Fascinating sights and view points

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Winklmoos-Alm

Maybe the most famous alpine pasture in Germany

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Dark Sky Park Winklmoos-Alm

1st Dark Sky Park in the Alps - in Reit im Winkl / Winklmoos-Alm

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Where to eat and drink

Enjoy regional specialities

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Hemmersuppen-Alm

Unspoilt nature, between Hindenburghütte and Fellhorn

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Shopping in Reit im Winkl

Souvenirs, presents and everything you need for your holidays

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Highlights of the German Alpine Road

Famous lakes: Lake Constance, Forggensee, Walchensee, Kochelsee, Sylvensteinstausee, Tegernsee, Schliersee, Chiemsee, Königssee

Famous churches and monasteries: Wieskirche, Ettal Abbey, Benediktbeuern

Famous castles: Neuschwanstein, Hohenschwangau, Linderhof

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To Lake Königssee

To the next destination on the German Alpine Road

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Online booking

Find rooms and appartments, hotels, guest houses, pensions, chalets...

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Contact

Tourist Information Office Reit im Winkl

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