On warm summer days, we’re usually drawn out of Munich to the surrounding lakes to cool off. But if you’re looking for a change from the same old swimming trips without having to give up the water, then the Bayrischzell waterfall is a great destination. On a short hike, you’ll discover the babbling cascades that have even been featured in a TV movie.
View of the Gumpen
Bayrischzell is best known for the nearby Tatzelwurm Waterfalls, which plunge down from a great height. Yet you practically don’t have to leave town at all to catch a glimpse of a beautiful waterfall . The Bayrischzell waterfall may be less spectacular than the Tatzelwurm Falls, but that doesn’t make it any less worth visiting. It’s located right on the edge of town and is only about a 15-minute walk from the train station .
A flight of stairs leads you to a wooden bridge that takes you directly over the deepest pool of the falls. The water flows down the rock face in several stages and collects in a series of pools. Ahead of you, you’ll see the clear water streaming down the rock, shimmering turquoise in the pools. From the bridge, you can easily follow the course of the waterfall in front of and below you and admire it in its entirety.
The Bayrischzell Waterfall in a Movie
Director Rainer Kaufmann shot large parts of his film “Das Beste kommt erst” in Bayrischzell. He produced the tragicomedy for ZDF, which premiered at the 2008 Munich Film Festival. The Bayrischzell waterfall also makes an appearance in the drama when the protagonist climbs into it. The bridge that crosses the waterfall is also featured in the film. It also serves as a backdrop in an episode of the ZDF series “Frühling.”
If you’d rather admire the Bayrischzell waterfall in person instead of on a screen, you can easily reach it by direct train from Munich. From the train station, it’s just a short walk to the falls, where you can enjoy the spectacle. Afterward, you can continue hiking to the Grüne Gumpe, a small waterfall in the forest.
On the way there, you’ll come across the Almbad Tannermühl, which uses one of the pools fed by the Bayrischzell waterfall as a swimming area. On the outdoor deck , you’ll find two bathtubs where you can take a dip yourself and even jump into the pool. However, you’ll need to book the bath in advance. If you continue your hike instead, you’ll eventually reach the Grüne Gumpe. Next to it is a large adventure playground where your children can let off steam. A visit to the Bayrischzell Waterfall and the Grüne Gumpe is therefore especially worthwhile for families.
