From Munich: Herrenchiemsee Palace and Boat Trip Day-Tour

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From Munich: Herrenchiemsee Palace and Boat Trip Day-Tour
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Take a train from Munich and then a boat out on beautiful Chiemsee lake and its two fanciful islands. You'll visit the spectacular Herrenchiemsee palace, built in the 19th century by Mad King Ludwig II in the style of Versailles.

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Duration 9.5 hours
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Wheelchair accessible

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Kathy – United States

Michelle was an excellent tour guide! Very knowledgeable, attentive, and personable. The tour started by taking the train to the long distance train (50mins) then a short steam engine train to the boat dock where we visited two islands. The palace was stunning and worth the visit. The only thing that would've been nice is if we could've been on a bus so that we could avoid so many transfers.

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Dinh Le Nam – France

Michelle was a great guide, very knowledgable and attentive. Her recommendations (food, what to do, visit) were on point as well. Overall a very interesting, insightful and enjoyable experience!

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Itinerary

  • Starting location:

    Dachauer Str. 4

  • Train

    (1.5 hours)

  • Ferry

    (20 minutes)

  • Herrenchiemsee Palace

    Guided tour (40 minutes)

    Extra fee

    Herrenchiemsee Palace

    Break time (1 hour)

    Optional

  • Ferry

    (20 minutes)

  • Train

    (1.5 hours)

  • Arrive back at:

    Dachauer Str. 4

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Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Take an old-fashioned “lake train”
  • Experience the beautiful Chiemsee lake by boat
  • Visit the lovely Benedictine convent on Fraueninsel
  • Visit the wonderful Herrenchiemsee palace on Herreninsel, built by “mad” King Ludwig II
  • Learn the history of the palace and islands from your expert guide

Full description

Spend a lovely day out on a boat exploring the beautiful Chiemsee and its two picturesque islands, the Herreninsel and the Fraueninsel. Known as “the Bavarian Ocean,” Chiemsee is the largest fresh-water lake near Munich.

Herreninsel boasts wonderful Herrenchiemsee, a palace built by King Ludwig II in 1878 in the image of Versailles in France. In some respects, however, Herrenchiemsee actually surpasses Versailes – its Hall of Mirrors is a famous example. With its elegant gardens and walkways and the beautiful interiors of gold, glass, and porcelain, the palace is a visually stunning monument to opulence.

King Ludwig's difficult personality is reflected in his famous elevated dining table, which was raised and lowered through the floor so the reclusive King did not have to see his servants.

This tour gives you the full story of Chiemsee and its islands. You even get the option of touring the interior of the palace. This full day tour is one of the most unique and special touring experiences in Germany.

Includes

  • Transport by train
  • 10 EUR palace entrance fee for everyone over 18 years old (optional)
  • 17 EUR boat fee (8 EUR for those aged 6-13)

Meeting point

Meet at the local operator's office at Dachauer Straße 4, 80335 Munich.

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Important information

Know before you go

  • Please arrive at the meeting point approximately 15 minutes before the tour begins.
  • Entrance fee to Herrenchiemsee Palace (17 euros per adult) is excluded and is payable direct at the local operator's office before the tour.
  • The cost of the boat journey (10 euros per adult) is also excluded and is payable direct at the local operator's office before the tour.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5
4.7 out of 5 stars

based on 116 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Kathy – United StatesSeptember 7, 2023 – Verified booking
Michelle was an excellent tour guide! Very knowledgeable, attentive, and personable. The tour started by taking the train to the long distance train (50mins) then a short steam engine train to the boat dock where we visited two islands. The palace was stunning and worth the visit. The only thing that would've been nice is if we could've been on a bus so that we could avoid so many transfers.
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Dinh Le Nam – FranceJune 3, 2024 – Verified booking
Michelle was a great guide, very knowledgable and attentive. Her recommendations (food, what to do, visit) were on point as well. Overall a very interesting, insightful and enjoyable experience!
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Анастасия – August 18, 2024 – Verified booking
Amazing trip with our tour guide Jeremy! Friendly, professional, knowledgeable and with great sense of humour he made my day. I enjoyed a lot!

Product ID: 24234

Activity provider:
Radius Tours GmbH

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