It is situated in a region called Chiemgau, approximately 10 km south of Lake Chiemsee between Munich and Salzburg.

Most of the area is situated in the valley of the river Tiroler Achen, which separates the village into two parts.

Marquartstein plays an important role in the local education.

Almost all major school types are situated in the village:

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