From natural to urban: residential areas in the Five Lakes Region

Seeshaupt: living at the southern end of Lake Starnberg

Located in the Oberland region at the southern end of Lake Starnberg, the municipality of Seeshaupt offers a variety of idyllic residential areas at around 600 metres above sea level. Its connection to public steamboat services in 1851 laid the foundation for today’s tourism, which benefits owners when selling their house, apartment or villa. Nevertheless, Seeshaupt has retained its authentic charm and relaxed atmosphere, which appeals to a wide range of buyers.

Bernried: monastery village on the west shore of Lake Starnberg

Bernried was first mentioned in a document in 1120. Bernried Monastery, which rises above the lake as the village’s landmark, has shaped Bernried’s development to this day. Once voted “Bavaria’s most beautiful village”, its combination of architectural beauty and picturesque natural landscape attracts property seekers such as families, commuters and expats. You can find out which other location factors make Bernried attractive for real estate transactions in a personal conversation with our real estate agents.

Tutzing: from fishing village to sought-after place to live on Lake Starnberg

With a population of around 10,000, the municipality of Tutzing is one of the oldest settlements on Lake Starnberg. First mentioned in a document in 742, Tutzing has developed over the centuries from a fishing and farming village into a sought-after holiday and residential location in Upper Bavaria. Owners planning to sell a detached house, semi-detached house or terraced house in Tutzing benefit from good infrastructure, with schools up to secondary level (Gymnasium) and a train station with connections to Munich.

Feldafing: living with a view of Rose Island

At around 650 metres above sea level, the Upper Bavarian municipality of Feldafing offers a sublime living experience against the backdrop of Lake Starnberg, Rose Island and the Alps. The location is not only popular for buying exclusive residential properties as a second home, but is also a sought-after holiday destination. Find out in a personal conversation with our real estate agents which scenic, infrastructural and cultural advantages benefit owners when selling their property in Feldafing.

Berg: royal history on the east shore of Lake Starnberg

First mentioned in 822 as “perge cum basilica”, meaning “mountain with a church”, Berg gained popularity above all through the death of the so-called “fairytale king” Ludwig II. His still unexplained death in Lake Starnberg on 13 June 1886 is commemorated not only by the memorial cross in the water and the votive chapel on the east shore, but also by an annual memorial service around the anniversary of his death. If you want to follow in the footsteps of the famous king not far from your detached house, villa or condominium, take the circular path along Lake Starnberg or enjoy the view of the landscape from the grounds of Berg Castle.

Starnberg: district town and business location in the Five Lakes Region

As part of the Munich metropolitan region, Starnberg lies in one of Germany’s strongest economic areas: the district of Starnberg has the highest disposable income per capita in Germany. The convenient location, the mix of business sectors and a healthy commercial base not only promote economic development but also allow the real estate market to prosper. Companies such as the pharmaceutical group Aenova, which is headquartered in Starnberg, shape the location. Combined with educational institutions such as the Munich International School and a wide range of restaurants and shops, this attracts commuters and families who want to settle permanently or temporarily on Lake Starnberg.

Herrsching: living on Germany’s longest lakeside promenade

The municipality of Herrsching lies on the east shore of Lake Ammersee in the Upper Bavarian district of Starnberg and is directly connected to Munich by the S8 suburban train. Its idyllic residential areas along Lake Ammersee and Germany’s longest lakeside promenade, as well as near the Kienbach stream, Lake Pilsensee and the Widdersberger Weiher pond, boost your chances of selling to international buyers. Prospective buyers in Herrsching particularly appreciate the social infrastructure, reflected in traditional clubs such as the Sportfreunde Breitbrunn sports club as well as numerous restaurants and events.

Lake Starnberg: living on the largest lake in the Five Lakes Region

As Germany’s fifth-largest and Bavaria’s second-largest lake, around 25 kilometres from Munich, Lake Starnberg enjoys a reputation far beyond the region. Its scenic beauty, permanently preserved thanks to various conservation programmes, has made it a destination for discerning visitors and a sought-after real estate location near the state capital. The lake’s nickname “Fürstensee” (Princes’ Lake) reflects the exclusivity of the area. Find out which other location factors benefit your property sale in a personal conversation with our real estate agents in Starnberg.

Lake Pilsensee: quiet residential areas in Seefeld and Hechendorf

Once part of Lake Ammersee, the roughly two-square-kilometre Lake Pilsensee is one of the quietest real estate locations where our experienced real estate agents at Engel & Völkers Fünf Seen Land can support you. The area belongs to the municipality of Seefeld and, in the centre of the Five Lakes Region, offers quiet residential areas suited to the sale of holiday homes such as lakefront detached houses or stylish condominiums close to nature. You can find out the latest market information in a personal consultation with your Engel & Völkers real estate agent.

Lake Weßling: living on the smallest lake in the Five Lakes Region

As an isolated body of water, Lake Weßling in the north of the Five Lakes Region is fed exclusively by groundwater. Since a pump providing deep-water aeration was installed, the lake offers a special spectacle at regular intervals: from your villa, house or apartment on the lakefront, you can enjoy a fantastic view of the water fountain rising up like a geyser.

Lake Wörthsee: village-style residential areas southwest of Munich

Around 25 kilometres southwest of Munich, the residential areas around Lake Wörthsee are an attractive investment. Surrounded by four districts of the municipality of Wörthsee to the north and by villages of the municipality of Inning to the west, the area offers numerous activities all year round, both on land and on the water. Whether an excursion into the cultural landscape of the Five Lakes Region, a stroll through the village-like communities where families and commuters in particular choose to buy, or sporting activities: in the Bavarian foothills of the Alps, wonderful residential areas await you.

Lake Ammersee: living on Bavaria’s third-largest lake

Close to nature, urban and high-quality – this is how the residential areas of Lake Ammersee can be described. As Bavaria’s third-largest lake, Lake Ammersee is one of the best-known sales areas beyond the region, where our expert real estate agents are committed to helping you sell villas, houses and apartments. Anyone considering a sale benefits from the good infrastructure and the cultural reputation of the Ammersee region. Further information on the Ammersee real estate market is available in a personal consultation with our real estate agents in Herrsching.

The Five Lakes Region: living between Munich and the Alps

Part of the Alpine foothills, the Five Lakes Region comprises wonderful residential areas around the Upper Bavarian lakes of Starnberg, Ammersee, Wörthsee, Pilsensee and Weßling. With its high quality of life, its extensive natural landscape with various protected areas and its attractive cultural landscape, it appeals to a wide range of buyers looking for long-term investments. Commuters, families and expats in particular are interested in high-quality residential properties, whether as a year-round residence, second home or holiday home. The stable economic situation, the convenient transport links and the social infrastructure also favour sales in and around Starnberg.

Thanks to the large number of medium-sized companies from the service, trade and agricultural sectors, the market for villas, houses and apartments is also positively influenced. The areas in and around Starnberg are also attractive for buying detached houses or penthouses thanks to their proximity to the Munich metropolitan region, the A95 and A952 motorway connections and numerous train stations and S-Bahn lines.

Personal advice in Starnberg and Herrsching

Whether a lakeside plot in Berg, a family home in Inning or an apartment with lake views in Starnberg: every location in the Five Lakes Region calls for its own assessment. Around Lake Starnberg, our agents in Starnberg are there for you; on Lake Ammersee, our agents in Herrsching. Arrange a personal appointment or have the value of your property assessed free of charge and without obligation.