If you’re looking for nature spots for day trips and swimming in Munich, you usually end up at Flaucher or Lake Starnberg. But if you want something special with a touch of Olympic nostalgia, head to the north of Munich! The Oberschleißheim Regatta Course is the perfect weekend getaway!
This spot combines everything we love about Munich: sports, relaxation, and a cold drink in hand.
Beach vibes meet Olympic spirit: Your perfect day at the Munich Regatta Course
First Things First: Relaxing at the impressive regatta course
Hop on the S-Bahn to Oberschleißheim (S1) or Dachau (S2), and you can take a direct bus to the venue. The trip takes about 50 minutes. By car, it takes 30 minutes; by bike, 45 minutes.
Once you arrive, you’ll immediately feel the Olympic charm. A massive grandstand overlooks the 2.2-kilometer-long water course. Gold medals were won here in 1972; today, the course is a historic landmark but remains an important gathering spot for water sports enthusiasts! Take some time to explore the area— there’s plenty to see here!
Be sureto check the event calendarbefore your trip to make sure the facility is open to the public!
The 5-kilometer loop around the Regattastrecke—perfect for inline skaters!
For inline skaters, the paved loop around the regatta basin is ideal. A continuous 5-kilometer route! You can enjoy the great view of the rowing regatta boats training!
It’s probably hopeless, but why not try to keep up with the rowers in the water? They can reach speeds of up to 30 km/h! That’s why swimming in the regatta course is prohibited. But don’t worry: the perfect way to unwind is just around the corner.
Right next door: Cool off in the Regattaparksee
But the perfect swimming spot is right next door. On the sunbathing lawns of the idyllic Regattaparksee, you can relax and jump into the crystal-clear, turquoise water. The perfect way to cool off!
While relaxing on your towel, you can delve a little deeper into the history of this fantastic place : In the mid-80s, Formula 1 races with motorboats even took place in the regatta basin! Today, such racing boats reach speeds of up to 250 km/h in the water !
If you’re caught up in racing fever, we have the perfect tip for the trip home: Right in the heart of Munich, the largest Formula 1® exhibition, “ ,” is taking place. There, you can dive deeper into the world of racing and marvel at legendary race cars.
After swimming, would you rather go to the beach bar or play volleyball? Or both?
We don’t just have great beer gardens in Munich—we also have this awesome beach bar: Right on the Regattastrecke, you’ll find the Munich Beach Resort. With your feet in the white sand and an Aperol Spritz in hand, it’s a wonderful place to hang out .Fancy a round of beach volleyball first? You can rent the courts here.
Enjoy your day with a dip in the beautiful lake, a drink at the Beach Bar, and the perfect inline skating tour!
