Zugspitze above, Partnach Gorge below, Bavaria all around
Garmisch-Partenkirchen is the Bavarian base I know best, and it holds up for far longer than the weekend most people give it. These guides cover Germany’s highest peak at the Zugspitze, the walk through Partnach Gorge, the water at Lake Eibsee, how to arrive from Munich by train or car, and where to stay once you decide three days was not enough.
If you’re looking for a classic Bavarian mountain town that still feels authentic, Garmisch-Partenkirchen is one of the best places to visit in the German Alps. From the…
Is Garmisch-Partenkirchen worth visiting? Absolutely YES. I’ve visited Garmisch twice, once in my early 20s and again in my 30s, and…
Spending three days in Garmisch-Partenkirchen turned out to be the perfect amount of time. It gave us the space to…
One of the first questions people ask when planning a trip to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is: “When’s the best time to go?”And honestly,…
Garmisch-Partenkirchen is one of the easiest alpine towns to reach from Munich. Whether you’re planning a quick day trip or…
Nestled at the foot of the Bavarian Alps, Garmisch-Partenkirchen is one of those rare places that blends jaw-dropping natural beauty with deep-rooted…
Partnachklamm (Partnach Gorge) in Garmisch-Partenkirchen is one of Bavaria’s most iconic natural wonders and one of the top hikes in…
At 2,962 meters, Zugspitze is Germany’s highest mountain — and one of the easiest to visit without needing hiking boots or climbing…
If you’re planning to visit Zugspitze, Germany’s highest mountain, you’ve got a few solid options — whether you’re coming from Munich for a…
More about Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Garmisch-Partenkirchen sits about ninety minutes from Munich and works as a long weekend or a week. Getting there covers train, car and tour options, the seasonal guide covers when to come, and the three-day itinerary is the fastest way to build a route. The complete guide has the rest.
Hotels vs Airbnbs, and which area suits which trip. Two stays are reviewed in full: Riessersee Hotel, on the lake, and an Airbnb with Alpine views. Still deciding? The pros and cons are laid out here.