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Things to see in Rosenheim (Germany): 48 places and when to go
Rosenheim is a town in Germany with around 93,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 48 places in and around it, mainly Hiking (17), History (10), Nature (7). The best known are Herrenchiemsee, Geigelstein and Klausenberg. The best time to come is April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 15 h 47 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 12. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Germany · 47.8503, 12.1333
- Population
- About 93,000
- Places
- 48 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Hiking (17) · History (10) · Nature (7) · Mountains (7) · Wildlife (5) · Food and drink (5)
- Best time
- April to October and December.
- Also possible
- January to March and November.
- Nearest airport
- MUC Munich, 62 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Geigelstein, at 1,808 m.
What to see in Rosenheim
The places in and around Rosenheim, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- HerrenchiemseeComplex of royal buildings on Herreninsel, an island in the Chiemsee, Bavaria's largest lake, 60 km south east of Munich20 km
- GeigelsteinNature · Mountains22 km
- KlausenbergMountain in Germany16 km
- Hohenaschau CastlePalace in Bavaria, Germany17 km
- Schloss WildenwartChâteau14 km
- Pfarr- und Wallfahrtskirche Mariä HimmelfahrtChurch building in Tuntenhausen, Upper Bavaria, Germany13 km
- Collegiate Church of St. Sixtus and of the Augustinian Canons St. SebastianChurch building in Herreninsel, Upper Bavaria, Germany20 km
- KaltenNature reserve in Bavaria, Germany6.2 km
- Mariä Lichtmeß (Aschau i. Chiemgau)Church building in Aschau im Chiemgau, Upper Bavaria, Germany16 km
- Schloss PrantseckCultural heritage monument in Bavaria, Germany9.4 km
- AltenwaldeckCastle16 km
- Frauenöder FilzNature reserve in Bavaria, Germany13 km
- Hacken und Rottauer FilzNature reserve in Bavaria, Germany21 km
- HochrieshütteBuilding in Samerberg, Upper Bavaria, Germany14 km
- Wood Technology MuseumTechnology museum in Rosenheim, Bavaria, Germany744 m
- Inn-MuseumMuseum in Rosenheim, Bavaria, Germany768 m
- KühwampenmoorNature reserve in Bavaria, Germany20 km
- MittertorHeritage-protected building in Rosenheim, Bavaria, Germany777 m
- Priener HütteBuilding in Sachrang, Upper Bavaria, Germany22 km
- Municipal Museum RosenheimCultural history museum in Rosenheim, Bavaria, Germany786 m
- Adlerweg Etappe 92 - KaiserwinklHiking23 km
- Alfred Drexel HausMountains · Hiking14 km
- AuerbräuBrewery1.4 km
- BeachclubWith kids7.5 km
And the other 24, by what you come to do:
- Hiking: E4 European long distance path, Grenzenlos Wanderweg (Aschau i. Chiemgau-Sachrang), Grenzenlos Wanderweg (Prien a. Chiemsee-Aschau i. Chiemgau), Gumpertsbergerhütte, Camino de Santiago, Camino de Santiago, Via Alpina Purple A47, Via Alpina Purple A48, Camino de Santiago, Wanderweg 214 - Spitzstein, Wanderweg 215 - Hochries
- With kids: Falknerei Burghohenaschau, Schwimmbad Harthausen, Spielstadl
- Food and drink: Flötzinger Bräu Rosenheim, Schlossbrauerei Maxlrain, Simsseer Braumanufaktur, Trainer Edelbrände und Liköre
- Mountains: Kampenwandhütte, Liftstüberl
- History: Kistlerwirt, Landgasthof Höhensteiger
- Stargazing: Sternwarte TH-Rosenheim
- Diving: Tauchclub Octopus
When to go to Rosenheim
The best time to visit Rosenheim is April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:36
- FebPossible9:59
- MarPossible11:35
- AprBest time13:24
- MayBest time14:57
- JunBest time15:47
- JulBest time15:26
- AugBest time14:06
- SepBest time12:20
- OctBest time10:34
- NovPossible9:00
- DecBest time8:12
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 47 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 12. In July, 47 of the 48 places are at their best.
When to go to Germany in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Rosenheim
The nearest main airport is Munich Airport (MUC, Munich), 62 km as the crow flies. How to get around Germany (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- Tegernsee77 places32 km
- Traunstein29 places38 km
And all of Germany, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Rosenheim?
The best known: Herrenchiemsee, Geigelstein, Klausenberg, Hohenaschau Castle, Schloss Wildenwart. In all, 48 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Rosenheim?
April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 15 h 47 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 12.
How do you get to Rosenheim?
The nearest main airport is Munich Airport (MUC), 62 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Rosenheim as the destination and these 48 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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