Prien
Welcome to the Bavarian Sea
The breathtaking lakeside vista of Chiemsee framed by towering Alpine mountains – that can only be Prien am Chiemsee. Prien am Chiemsee offers visitors a truly unique combination of lake life, mountains, nature and culture. The Chiemsee-Region is known as “the Bavarian seaside”, and there is a whole host of different ways to spend a happy holiday in this beautiful part of Germany. Prien’s townscape is particularly picturesque by virtue of its traditional Upper Bavarian style. Many of the town’s houses and shop fronts are decorated with exquisite frescoes. The harbor at Prien/Stock offers visitors regular connections to the islands Herrenchiemsee and Frauenchiemsee all year round.
THE AREA AROUND PRIEN IS BLESSED WITH CULTURAL HIGHLIGHTS FROM A NUMBER OF DIFFERENT HISTORICAL PERIODS. From jazz, swing and blues to more traditional horn music, from Bavarian folk theatre to world-renowned operas visitors can find top draw entertainment in Prien and the surrounding area.
When the days start to get longer again and nature awakens from its winter hibernation, the Chiemsee shore path – a guided path around the lake – is the perfect way for visitors to marvel at the beauty of spring. Smell the sweet scents of flowers in bloom or listen to the relaxing twitter of the returning birds. In summer, beaches and grilled fish are the order of the day at the Bavarian Seaside. Enjoy the warm summer evenings with open air music, beach parties on the shore or tasty cocktails in one of the many chill-out bars.
Fall is the perfect time of year for walks through the region’s unspoiled natural areas. Make your way through the colorful rustling leaves and round off the day with a hearty Bavarian meal at one of the many cozy eateries around the lake! In the cold Bavarian winter, Chiemsee takes on a special charm. It is the perfect time to see both Chiemsee islands and to get away from it all. Warm yourself up after a walk through the winter wonderland with a hot chocolate at one of the lake’s inviting cafes.