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- Europe
- Germany
- Munich
- Chiemsee
Chiemsee
One of the most beautiful lakes in the Bavarian Alps, Chiemsee
boasts two islands and is lined with resorts. A popular weekend
excursion in Germany, it can be reached by train from Munich in an
hour, or by road via the A8 Autobahn. Visitors can take a steamer
cruise around the lake from Prien on the west shore to explore the
islands in the lake.
Frauenchiemsee is the smaller island, site of a quaint fishing
village with some colourful traditional customs, and a Benedictine
nunnery known for its liqueur. The larger island, Herrenchiemsee,
bears one of King Ludwig's famous fairytale castles. This one was
never completed, but was intended to be a replica of the palace of
Versailles. The centre of the palace still stands, complete with a
splendid hall of mirrors and surrounded by gardens and woodland. It
is an extremely popular tourist attraction with its gaudy
splendour.
Information & Facts
Language
German is the official language. English is also widely
spoken and understood.
Money
The unit of currency is the Euro (EUR), divided into 100 cents.
ATMs and exchange bureaux are widely available. The major credit
cards are becoming more widely accepted in many large shops, hotels
and restaurants, although Germans themselves prefer to carry cash.
Travellers cheques are best cashed at exchange bureaux, as banks
often won't change them. The quickest and most convenient way to
change money is to obtain cash from one of the ATM machines that
are ubiquitous features on all German streets. Banks are closed on
weekends, but exchange bureaux at airports and main railway
stations are open daily from 6am to 10pm.
Opening Times
The 'Neues Schloss' is open daily 9am-5pm (April to
September), and 10am-4pm (off-season).
Time
GMT +1 (GMT +2 between the last Sunday in March and the last
Sunday in October).