Kochel

The town of Kochel extends along the northern shore of Kochelsee lake, bordered by steep Alpine mountains rising to 611 meters above sea level.

Archaeological discoveries near the current power station indicate settlements from ancient times, followed by a convent that Hungarian invaders later destroyed.

The Franz Marc Museum in Kochel presents collections of German Expressionist paintings, emphasizing the artistic heritage of the Blue Rider movement.

The train station outside the town center houses the tourist office, operating Monday through Friday throughout the year with information services.

The 1920s hydroelectric power station at the base of Kesselberg pass represents one of Germany's largest facilities for generating water-based electricity.

Location: Bad Tölz-Wolfratshausen

Elevation above the sea: 611 m

Part of: Verwaltungsgemeinschaft Kochel am See

Shares border with: Jachenau, Benediktbeuern

Website: http://kochel.de

GPS coordinates: 47.65860,11.36820

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:50