The Illasbergsee near Füssen in the Ostallgäu is a foothill of the great Forggensee and a wonderful summer destination for swimming. The somewhat remote Illasbergsee offers quiet swimming pleasure, as no motor boats are allowed to drive on it and far fewer tourists come to it than to Forggensee. Anglers also find the best conditions on the Illasbergsee.
The Illasbergsee near Füssen is a real insider tip for sun hungerers and bathers. It is actually not an independent lake, but is by a narrow, about 45 Metre wide, passageway connected to the Forggensee – the largest lake in the Allgäu. Mainly, the locals come here to enjoy quiet summer hours away from the hustle and bustle around the Forggensee. Since no motor boats are allowed to drive on the Illasbergsee, it is particularly idyllic on its shores. On the north bank of the lake there is a public bathing place with a large lawn, which offers plenty of space for bathers and allows for wonderful views of the water and the surrounding mountain world of the Allgäu. At the outdoor swimming area on Lake Illasberg you will find a small kiosk that offers refreshing drinks, ice cream and snacks. There are also toilets and a changing room. A small jetty leads into the water and invites you to jump into the cool water of the lake. As with all lakes in the Ostallgäu, the water of the Illasbergsee is of very good quality and particularly clean. Here swimming and swimming is really fun and you can enjoy the beautiful nature of the Allgäu with all your senses. Although boating on the Illasbergsee is forbidden, you can surf here very well. Surfers who want to pursue their hobby on the Forggensee can make a detour to the Illasbergsee. It is worth it!
Anglers will also have their joy at Illasbergsee. The magnificent natural idyll here and a rich fish stock offer them excellent conditions. Among other things, the Illasbergsee is filled with pikes, zander, carp, curtain, perch, trout and white fish. At Illasbergsee you can fish from the shore from the beginning of July to the end of December. Especially in autumn, magnificent pikes can be caught here with tow fishing. Those who stay in Füssen and like to fish should definitely make a trip to the Illasbergsee. The dreamlike idyll of the water, the rich fish stock and unforgettable views of the mountains of the Allgäu and the world-famous Neuschwanstein Castle in the Distance, make the heart of every angler beat faster. Fishing cards for the Illasbergsee are available from the Kreisfischverein in Füssen.
As already mentioned, the Illasbergsee actually belongs to the Forggensee. It shall: 12 km Long and three kilometres wide See is the largest in the Allgäu and the fifth largest in Bavaria. It is not a natural body of water, but a reservoir that is important for the regulation of the Lech floods and serves as a head reservoir for the area’s hydropower plants. Especially from June to October, when the Forggensee is fully dammed up and blends perfectly into the dreamlike landscape, it is a very popular excursion destination that offers numerous sports and leisure opportunities. It is a paradise for water sports enthusiasts who can sail, surf, row or water ski here. Along its shore lead beautiful paths that lead to hiking or Invite cycling. Very popular are also the boat tours on the Forggensee. From 1. June to June 15. In October, two passenger ships operate on the water several times a day and set off for small and large round trips. On the way, they often stop on the shores, so that you can disembark or board at any time. During a cruise on the Forggensee await a magnificent view of the Ammergau, Lechtal and Tannheim Alps as well as the royal castles and the Füssen city silhouette. The physical well-being of the passengers on board is of course well taken care of. The small tours offer snacks, cool drinks as well as coffee and cake, and the large tours also offer hot meals. A great idea for a summer excursion would combine such a cruise on the Forggensee with bathing pleasure on the Illasbergsee! By the way, special treats are the special trips regularly offered during the summer months on the Forggensee. Unforgettable experiences promise romantic evening rides, evening rides with live music or King Ludwig rides, where a travel guide tells all kinds of interesting things about the life and castles of the popular fairy tale king. In August, on the occasion of the Füssen Jazz Festival, a salsa and a jazz ride on the Forggensee are also offered.
The Forggensee is together with the Illasbergsee really a great destination for a stay in Füssen. While the Forggensee thrills with numerous sports and leisure possibilities as well as unforgettable boat tours, the Illasbergsee offers wonderful natural idylls and beautiful swimming fun. If you come to Forggensee, you should definitely get to know Illasbergsee. Here the Allgäu shows itself from a particularly picturesque side, which will inspire you.
