Cruises on the Forggensee

One of the major tourist attractions in Füssen is the cruises on the idyllic Forggensee. They offer fantastic views of the surrounding mountain landscape, the city of Füssen and the world-famous fairytale castles Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau.

The picturesque Forggensee is the fourth largest lake in Bavaria and a popular excursion destination. The reservoir reaches its full height in the warm summer months and fits perfectly into the landscape. Here you can swim, practice water sports, walk and bike on the shores or just let the soul relax on a boat tour and enjoy the great views. Nine times a day between the beginning of June and mid-October, the two passenger ships that MS "feet" and the MS "Allgäu", from the boat port Füssen to the small or large Forggense tour. On the MS "Allgäu" take place in total 225 Place people in the salon and on deck that offers MS "feet" 400 Seats. Of course, you can buy small snack bars and drinks on both ships, while the large Forggense tour also offers hot meals to choose from. By the way, the big tour takes around 2 Hours and leads to the dam on the northern lake shore, while the small tour takes place in the southern Forggensee area and takes about an hour. In between, it is often created on the shore, so that you can continue your excursion comfortably on foot or by bicycle. Bicycles can be taken on ships.

In July and August 2012 In Füssen, great special trips are also offered on the Forggensee. Romantic evening rides are just as much on the program as "König Ludwig evening rides" or rides with live music. Larger groups can rent the ships for special trips. Thus, a wedding, a birthday or a company event is guaranteed to be an unforgettable event.

Those who stay in Füssen should not miss a cruise on the Forggensee. Here you get the best views of the beautiful surroundings of Füssen. A Forggense tour is a great experience for the whole family.