The Achensee with your dog.
The Achensee is popular with dog owners: turquoise water, flat promenades and paths into the Karwendel. We work on the lake promenade in Pertisau and see every day what dogs and owners need here. These are our tips.
In short
Dogs are welcome in many places on the Achensee. In villages, on paths and in the Karwendel a lead is required depending on the area, and on the boat and in gondolas a lead and muzzle are usually required. There is a designated dog swimming area in Maurach. And on the lake promenade in Pertisau your dog can get an ice cream of its own at Der Süße Stopp.
Walks and hikes
Pertisau lake promenade
Flat, with views of the lake, meadows and benches. Ideal for a gentle walk, also with older dogs.
Into the Karwendel
From Pertisau, paths lead into valleys such as the Gerntal and Falzthurntal. Keep your dog on a lead where signs require it, and always near grazing cattle.
Go early or late
On hot days mornings and evenings are more pleasant for dogs. Take water with you.
Mind wildlife and cattle
Cows, wildlife and ground-nesting birds live in the mountains. A lead protects everyone, including your dog.
Rules and practical tips
Please check current rules and prices locally or with the operators, as they can change.
- Lead
- A lead is required in villages, on many paths and in parts of the Karwendel. Watch for signs.
- Boat
- Dogs may travel on the Achensee boats, reportedly with a lead and muzzle. Check current conditions with the Achenseeschifffahrt.
- Cable cars
- A muzzle is usual in gondolas. Check conditions and prices with each operator.
- Swimming
- There is a designated dog swimming area in Maurach. Not all shores are open to dogs.
- Water and shade
- On the promenade in Pertisau there is a water station for dogs in front of Der Süße Stopp.
Sources: Tirol Werbung, Karwendel-Urlaub.
An ice cream for your dog in Pertisau
On the lake promenade in Pertisau, Der Süße Stopp sells soft serve, crêpes and coffee. For dogs there is Molly: a vegan, lactose-free soft serve with fresh banana, without chocolate, cocoa or xylitol.
Many dogs get their cup right on the grass next to the deckchairs. The water station is right beside it, so nobody leaves thirsty.
Pertisau on the Achensee, from above
For businesses on the Achensee
Hotels, cafés and leisure businesses on the Achensee see many guests with dogs in season. With Molly you offer them something of their own, with little effort.
Questions about the Achensee with a dog
Where can my dog swim at the Achensee?
There is a designated dog swimming area in Maurach. Not all shores are open to dogs, so please follow the signs.
Can my dog come on the boat?
Yes, according to available information with a lead and muzzle. The Achenseeschifffahrt can tell you the current conditions.
Is there a lead requirement at the Achensee?
In villages, on many paths and in parts of the Karwendel, yes. Follow local signs and always use a lead near grazing cattle.
Is there ice cream for dogs at the Achensee?
Yes. At Der Süße Stopp on the lake promenade in Pertisau there is Molly, a dog-friendly soft serve.
When is it most pleasant for dogs?
In spring and autumn, and in summer early in the morning or in the evening. Always take water on warm days.
Help shape Molly, with preferential terms for life.
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