Starnberg

Starnberg is a district in Upper Bavaria comprising multiple municipalities and glacial lakes south of Munich. The area is characterized by forests, meadows, and water bodies that shape its landscape.

The district was founded in 1902 following the dissolution of the administrative district Munich II. This reorganization allowed the region to develop its own administrative structure.

Each municipality within the Starnberg district maintains its distinct traditions, with Andechs known for its monastery and Tutzing for its castle.

Two railway stations connect the district directly to Munich via the S6 line, making arrival straightforward. Public transportation offers visitors good options for exploring the various municipalities and lakes.

Lake Starnberg extends across parts of the district, with approximately 62 square kilometers of water surface not belonging to any specific municipality. These unincorporated areas form a distinctive part of the lake that remains under direct district administration.

Location: Upper Bavaria

Inception: October 1, 1902

Capital city: Starnberg

Elevation above the sea: 683 m

Shares border with: Landsberg am Lech, Weilheim-Schongau, Bad Tölz-Wolfratshausen, Munich, Fürstenfeldbruck

Website: http://landkreis-starnberg.de

GPS coordinates: 48.01000,11.28000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 00:19