Forggensee: Germany's largest reservoir enchants in the Allgäu!

Forggensee: Germany's largest reservoir enchants in the Allgäu!

Lake Forggensee, a jewel in the Allgäu, attracts countless visitors every year with its bright turquoise water. This impressive reservoir, which is located in the Ostallgäu district, is not only the largest reservoir in Germany, but also a popular destination for water sports enthusiasts and nature lovers. With an area of ​​15.2 square kilometers, Lake Forggensee even exceeds the size of the Vatican City more than 30 times!

A natural wonder in the heart of Bavaria

Lake Forggensee impresses with its breathtaking scenery, which is reminiscent of exotic travel destinations. Every year from June to October the lake is fully dammed and offers a variety of leisure activities such as sailing, surfing and canoeing. If you prefer something quieter, you can enjoy the picturesque landscape with a leisurely walk or a boat trip. But the special thing comes in winter: Then the lake is drained and the bottom becomes visible, so that brave hikers can walk on the dry bottom of the lake.

The top three reservoirs in Germany

The Forggensee tops the list of the largest reservoirs in Germany, followed by the Edersee in Hesse with 11.8 square kilometers and the Möhne Dam in North Rhine-Westphalia, which measures 10.67 square kilometers. These impressive figures make Lake Forggensee a true natural wonder that is known far beyond the borders of Bavaria. Surrounded by the picturesque foothills of the Alps and the charming town of Füssen, known for its old town and the famous Neuschwanstein Castle, the region offers a variety of activities to suit every taste.