Bavaria's Most Scenic Drive: Oberammergau to Lake Plansee | Oberammergau to Plansee, Bavaria/Austria

This spectacular mountain route is considered Germany's best driving road, combining breathtaking natural beauty with technical driving challenges. The journey features winding Alpine roads, pristine lakes, and during autumn, a stunning canopy of fall colors from deciduous trees rare in the higher Alps. What makes this route particularly special is its relatively undiscovered nature - while popular with German motorsport enthusiasts, it remains largely unknown to international tourists. The road connects the historic town of Oberammergau, famous for its 500-year-old Passion Play and woodworking traditions, to the stunning Plansee lake in Austria. Along the way, visitors can stop at the remarkable Ettal Abbey, known for its monastery brewery and beautiful courtyard café. The technical 1.5-lane mountain road offers 70 km/h speed limits and challenging turns, making it a paradise for driving enthusiasts while providing access to excellent hiking trails and camping spots in the Ettal Forest.