Sylvenstein Bridge Road
Sylvensteinstraße
Germany · Bavaria (Bavarian Alps)
750m
Key Facts
- Elevation
- 750m
- Route length
- 18 km
- Max gradient
- 7%
- Hairpins
- 2
- Driving difficulty
- Moderate (2/5)
- Surface
- Good
- Open
- Year-round
Route & Map
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Route
SLenggries
18 km · max 7%
▲Sylvenstein Bridge Road (750m)
Descent
EFall (Sylvensteinsee)
While not a traditional pass, this scenic alpine road crosses the famous Sylvenstein reservoir bridge and connects the Isar valley with Austria via the Achen Pass. The turquoise lake and surrounding mountains create iconic views.
Weather & Conditions
Driving Experience
Elevation Profile
↑531m gain
↓328m loss
678m → 1,017m → 881m
Difficulty
Moderate
2/5 — car driving difficulty
Based on steepness, elevation gain, hairpins, road length & surface quality
Hairpin Turns
2
A few tight turns to keep it interesting
When to Drive
Year-round (best: July - September)
- ›Open year-round, though winter conditions may require snow equipment.
- ›Morning hours offer the best driving conditions with less traffic.
Coordinates
- Summit
- 47.5194°N, 11.5542°E
- Start (Lenggries)
- 47.6831°N, 11.5728°E
- End (Fall (Sylvensteinsee))
- 47.5139°N, 11.5556°E
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