# Königssee > lake in Schönau am Königsee, Bavaria, Germany **Wikidata**: [Q156715](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q156715) **Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Königssee) **Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/k-nigssee ## Summary Königssee is a lake in Schönau am Königsee, Bavaria, Germany. It qualifies as a body of relatively still water, localized in a basin. The lake has a sitelink_count of 48 and is documented under the Wikipedia title Königssee. ## Key Facts - Wikidata description: lake in Schönau am Königsee, Bavaria, Germany - Coordinates: latitude 47.55, longitude 12.975 - Sitelink_count: 48 - Wikipedia_title: Königssee - Related entity: lake [Thing] — body of relatively still water, localized in a basin (sitelink_count: 211) - Located in: Schönau am Königsee [Thing] — municipality in the Upper Bavarian district of Berchtesgadener Land in Germany (country: ; sitelink_count: 46) - Located in: Germany [Thing] — country in Central Europe (sitelink_count: 400) - Germany inception: 1949-05-23 (preferred, qualifiers: statement_is_subject_of West Germany; references include German, 2023-05-21, https://www.hdg.de/lemo/kapitel/nachkriegsjahre/doppelte-staatsgruendung/entstehung-der-bundesrepublik-parlamentarischer-rat-und-grundgesetz.html, ; Basic Law for the Federal Republic of Germany, https://www.gesetze-im-internet.de/gg/BJNR000010949.html; , German, 2025-02-23, 17244) - Germany inception qualifiers: statement_is_subject_of Nazi Germany (1933); Weimar Republic (1918); German Empire (1871-01-01); North German Confederation (1867-07-01); Germania (0641, qualifiers terminus ante quem, 0641, statement_is_subject_of Germania, references , Für die griechisch-römische Antike werden insgesamt sechs Epochen unterschieden [...]: [als letzte:] Spätantike (284 bis 641 n. Chr.), , https://de.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Antike&oldid=255868366); Holy Roman Empire (0800-12-25) ## FAQs ### Where is Königssee located? Königssee is situated in Schönau am Königsee, a municipality in the Upper Bavarian district of Berchtesgadener Land in Germany. ### What are the coordinates of Königssee? The coordinates of Königssee are latitude 47.55 and longitude 12.975. ### What is the Wikidata description of Königssee? The Wikidata description states it is a lake in Schönau am Königsee, Bavaria, Germany. ### How many sitelinks does Königssee have? Königssee has a sitelink_count of 48. ### What is Königssee related to in Wikidata? Königssee relates to the concept of lake [Thing], defined as a body of relatively still water localized in a basin, with a sitelink_count of 211. ### What country is Königssee in, and what is its Wikidata ID reference? Königssee is in Germany, referenced as country . ### What is the Wikipedia title for Königssee? The Wikipedia title for Königssee is Königssee. ## Why It Matters Königssee serves as a specific instance of a lake, a body of relatively still water localized in a basin, anchoring natural geography in the region of Schönau am Königsee within Bavaria, Germany. Its presence in a municipality of the Upper Bavarian district of Berchtesgadener Land ties it to Germany's broader Central European context, where the country maintains political stability, economic strength, and cultural influence as a federal parliamentary republic. By being part of Germany, established in 1949 amid historical phases from ancient Germania to the modern Federal Republic, Königssee contributes to the nation's landscape of natural features amid its roles in international organizations, robust economy, and developed infrastructure. ## Notable For - Precise location in Schönau am Königsee, distinguishing it as a named lake in Bavaria's Upper Bavarian district of Berchtesgadener Land. - Wikidata sitelink_count of 48, indicating multilingual documentation presence. - Relation to the general lake category with 211 sitelinks, highlighting its typological fit as still water in a basin. - Coordinates at 47.55 latitude and 12.975 longitude, providing exact geospatial identity. - Placement within Germany, a country with layered historical inceptions from 641 to 1949-05-23. ## Body ### Location and Properties Königssee is a lake in Schönau am Königsee, Bavaria, Germany. Its Wikidata description confirms this as "lake in Schönau am Königsee, Bavaria, Germany." Coordinates are latitude 47.55, longitude 12.975. It holds a sitelink_count of 48. The Wikipedia title is Königssee. ### Related Concepts Königssee relates to lake [Thing], defined as a body of relatively still water, localized in a basin. This category has a sitelink_count of 211. ### Local Municipality Schönau am Königsee is the containing municipality. It lies in the Upper Bavarian district of Berchtesgadener Land in Germany. Its country is . Schönau am Königsee has a sitelink_count of 46. ### Containing Country: Germany Germany is the country where Königssee is located. It is a country in Central Europe with sitelink_count 400. Inception values include 1949-05-23 (preferred, qualifiers statement_is_subject_of West Germany; references: German, 2023-05-21, https://www.hdg.de/lemo/kapitel/nachkriegsjahre/doppelte-staatsgruendung/entstehung-der-bundesrepublik-parlamentarischer-rat-und-grundgesetz.html, ; Basic Law for the Federal Republic of Germany, https://www.gesetze-im-internet.de/gg/BJNR000010949.html; , German, 2025-02-23, 17244). Other inceptions: 1933 (statement_is_subject_of Nazi Germany); 1918 (Weimar Republic); 1871-01-01 (German Empire); 1867-07-01 (North German Confederation); 0641 ( terminus ante quem, 0641, statement_is_subject_of Germania; references , Für die griechisch-römische Antike werden insgesamt sechs Epochen unterschieden [...]: [als letzte:] Spätantike (284 bis 641 n. Chr.), , https://de.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Antike&oldid=255868366); 0800-12-25 (Holy Roman Empire). Germany is a sovereign state in Central Europe, known for its rich history, political stability, and economic strength. It is a federal parliamentary republic with a population of over 83 million people. Key aspects of Germany include: - Distinct territorial body or political entity with population over 83 million. - Sovereign state with highest authority over its territory. - Area of approximately 357,587.77 square kilometers. - Capital Berlin, seat of government since October 3, 1990. - Currency euro since January 1, 2002. - Official language German. - Time zone Central European Time (UTC+01:00) and Central European Summer Time (UTC+02:00). - Demonym German or Germans. - Motto "Einigkeit und Recht und Freiheit" (Unity and Justice and Freedom). - Flag with three horizontal stripes in black, red, gold. - Anthem "Das Lied der Deutschen," adopted 1922. - Coat of arms featuring black eagle with red beak, tongue, claws on gold background. - Member of United Nations, European Union, NATO, G7, G20, Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development. - Diplomatic relations with United States, France, United Kingdom, China, Russia. - GDP approximately €4.12 trillion in 2023. - Literacy rate 99%, focus on STEM education. - Extensive transportation network with highways, railways, airports. - Rich cultural heritage in music, literature, arts. - Popular tourism with historic cities, natural landscapes, cultural attractions. - Major cities: Berlin, Hamburg, Munich, Cologne, Frankfurt, Stuttgart, Düsseldorf, Leipzig, Dresden, Nuremberg. ### History of Germany Germany's history dates to ancient times. Modern state established May 23, 1949, post-World War II. Key player in European and global affairs. ### Geography of Germany Located in Central Europe, bordered by Denmark, Poland, Czech Republic, Austria, Switzerland, France, Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg. Area 357,587.77 square kilometers. Coastline on North Sea, Baltic Sea. ### Government and Politics of Germany Federal parliamentary republic, population over 83 million. Headed by Chancellor (head of government) and President (head of state). Focus on democracy, human rights, rule of law. ### Economy of Germany Strong economy, GDP €4.12 trillion in 2023. Driven by manufacturing, services, technology. Major exporter; trade partners United States, China, United Kingdom. Robust legal framework, skilled workforce, startup ecosystem. ### Education of Germany Highly developed system, literacy 99%, STEM focus. Includes primary, secondary, tertiary, vocational training, apprenticeships. Emphasis on lifelong learning. ### Transportation of Germany Extensive network: highways, railways, airports. Well-connected in Europe, robust logistics. Focus on sustainability, innovation. ### Culture of Germany Rich heritage in music, literature, arts. Vibrant scene with museums, galleries, theaters, festivals. Culinary traditions: sausages, beer, Christmas markets. ### Tourism of Germany Popular destination, millions of visitors yearly. Attractions: Brandenburg Gate Berlin, Neuschwanstein Castle Bavaria, Rhine Valley, Black Forest. ### International Relations of Germany Diplomatic ties with United States, France, United Kingdom, China, Russia. Embassies worldwide. Key in United Nations, European Union, NATO, G7, G20, OECD; also European Free Trade Association, European Economic Area. ### Notable People from Germany Includes Chancellor Angela Merkel, physicist Albert Einstein, composer Johann Sebastian Bach, footballer Miroslav Klose. ### Sports in Germany Strong in football, handball, athletics. Successful infrastructure: stadiums, training facilities, academies. ### Environment of Germany Focus on sustainability, climate action. Policies reduce emissions, promote renewables, protect biodiversity. Landscapes: forests, rivers, mountains. ### Technology and Innovation in Germany Leader in R&D. Universities, research institutions, tech parks, startups. Contributions to automotive, aerospace, IT; digital transformation in healthcare, finance, retail. ### Arts and Culture Details Diverse scene: museums, galleries, theaters, festivals. Contributions to music, literature, arts; traditions, celebrations. ### Media and Entertainment in Germany Vibrant industry: TV, radio, newspapers, magazines. Contributions to film, TV, music; digital media focus. ### Education and Research Details Numerous universities, institutions, tech parks. Lifelong learning, skilled workforce, international collaboration. ## References 1. Virtual International Authority File 2. Integrated Authority File 3. Faceted Application of Subject Terminology 4. GeoNames 5. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013 6. Czech National Authority Database 7. museum-digital