Riedering on Lake Simssee – Nature, Views and Local Culture
Accommodation in Riedering
The municipality of Riedering lies on Lake Simssee. Nature, views and local culture give the area a variety of facets: a nature reserve lies on the southern shore, Söllhuben opens up views of the Rosenheim Mountains, and churches and experience stations explore local history and the landscape. You can tailor your holiday to whether you prefer spending time outdoors, are interested in traditions or would like to discover something new in a fun way.
Nature and views on Lake Simssee
The “Südufer des Simssees” nature reserve has existed on the southern shore of Lake Simssee since 1993. Well-maintained hiking and cycling trails make it possible to explore Riedering’s rare flora and fauna. If you would like to combine exercise with observing nature on an outing, these trails let the plant and animal life itself become the focus.
A special view of the landscape can be enjoyed from Kapellenberg in Söllhuben. Riedering’s most beautiful viewpoint is located there, offering views across the chain of the Rosenheim Mountains. Two different natural features are therefore at the heart of the area: the protected shore of Lake Simssee and the mountain panorama. Both can shape the impressions you hope to seek during your stay.
Churches and local traditions
The branch and pilgrimage church of “Maria Stern und St. Johann-Baptist” is located in Neukirchen am Simssee. The pilgrimage church is a sight in Riedering and houses the miraculous image of “Maria Stern”. At Kirchberg in Riedering, the “Churches in the Municipality” station provides information about the municipality’s five churches. So, alongside information about an individual church, this station also offers an overview of several churches in Riedering.
The Leonhardiritt is another local tradition. It takes place every year and is significant for Pietzing and the surrounding area. If you are looking for a place’s traditions as well as its landscapes and nature, this event is one of Riedering’s cultural highlights.
Discovery stations
The “Energy” station in Obermühl, at the Wagenstaller organic mill, introduces the topic of energy conversion in a fun way. It features a water play area and explanatory panels. In Moosen, the geology station uses impressive erratic boulders from different periods to illustrate how the origins of Lake Simssee and the landscape in and around Riedering can be understood. The two stations focus on different topics: energy conversion at one, and the geological development of the landscape at the other.
At the “Fish in Lake Simssee” station in Ecking, a roller depicts bream, carp, pike, whitefish and zander. In the artist Michael Moroder’s studio in Wolferkam, some works of art and the stories behind them are explained. The snack garden offers a different kind of discovery, inviting visitors to sample its fruit. For families, these hands-on topics can provide variety: nature, art and playful learning each take centre stage in their own way.
Golf and bathing area
There are also different options for active days on holiday. The 9-hole reversible course at Patting-Hochriesblick Golf Course can be played in either direction. On Lake Simssee, the bathing area by the Seewirt in Ecking has a children’s beach. These details can help you work out what suits your interests: golf, time at the bathing area or trails through nature each offer a different focus for your holiday and for choosing Riedering as your destination.
More destinations
If you’d like to discover more places: Breitbrunn am Chiemsee, Pfaffing, Feldkirchen-Westerham, Rimsting, Griesstätt, Kiefersfelden, Bad Aibling, Grosskarolinenfeld.
For the main travel overview: Rosenheim.
