Best Travel Guide Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Garmisch-PartenkirchenGuide was updated: 2024-09-17

“Discover your true nature“: This motto is the central philosophy encompassing the tourist attractions offered at the renowned holiday destination of Garmisch-Partenkirchen all year round. In the midst of beautiful mountain views, the most famous town of the Bavarian Alps offers a wide variety of topnotch holidays. At the foot of Mount Zugspitze, nature is aImpressive, historic facades and lovingly painted houses are splendid and the charming inhabitants give the town its atmosphere.

Do & See

The people that live here are envied by many; those that spend their holidays here even more so. Garmisch-Partenkirchen will really move you – with its unspoilt and pure nature, vibrancy and Bavarian charm. First of all, you'll be overwhelmed by the mountains, nature and the breathtaking panorama. Next, the local people will win you over with their kindness, openness and honesty. And finally, you'll take unforgettable moments, memories and experiences with you. Outdoors: do sports or just relaxing.

Hiking

Experience the pure nature of the Alps. The rugged mountain ranges, the crystal-clear streams and the deep blue lakes. Wild and real, gentle and calm. Garmisch-Partenkirchen is one of the most charming landscapes in Bavaria and a great Region for hiking. Over 300 kilometres of marked footpaths invite you to discover the beautiful world of the Alps and promise special moments.

Do & SeeRead more →

Paragliding

You like adventures? You like absolut great views? Then try Paragliding! It is one of the most exciting experiences and here, in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, you have the chance to make this great experience and you will enjoy the fantastic bird-eye views.

Do & SeeRead more →

Cycling & Mountain biking

No matter whether you are a professional cyclist, mountain biker or a passionate amateur cyclist, everyone will find his or her favourite route around Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Our routes offer a perfect combination of sport and recreation. More than a dozen mountain bike routes are waiting for you and your bike/s!

Do & SeeRead more →

Family

Holidays at Garmisch-Partenkirchen are adventure holidays. Our town offers lots of activities for families. From ice-skating (http://www.gapa.de/Eissport) to cycling, from climbing im "Kletterwald" (http://kletterwald-gap.de/) to the Alpspitz Wellenbad wave pool (http://www.gemeindewerke-garmisch-partenkirchen.de/alpspitz-wellenbad). Garmisch-Partenkirchen is not just a destination for sports, but also for families.

Do & SeeRead more →

Water Sports

At Garmisch-Partenkirchen all swimmers and lovers of water get their money’s worth. Numerous lakes nearby, such as Pflegersee, Riessersee, Geroldsee or Eibsee invite you to take the plunge, dive in and dive down. When the wheather is really bad and cold, you don't have be to without swimming, you can visit the Alpspitz-Wellenbad Wave Pool Center.

Do & SeeRead more →

Skiing + Snowboarding

You love skiing, snowboarding, carving or freestyle skiing. Then, Garmisch-Partenkirchen is the right place for you. Germany's top winter sports resort has much to offer. Here, you will find conditions making your heart beat faster: more than 60 km of skiing slopes offering perfect snow from November to May.Well-prepared slopes ranging from easy to demanding, and modern lift facilities Beautiful views in an area with cosy ski huts.

Do & SeeRead more →

View all Do & See →

Population:	28.245
Currency:	Euro, €1 = 100 cent
Emergency Numbers:	Emergency Number 112
Newspapers:	www.merkur-online.de/lokales/garmisch-partenkirchen www.kreisbote.de/lokales/garmisch-partenkirchen
Website:	www.gapa-tourismus.de/en »
Opening Hours:	Bigger stores like the shopping centre "GEP" are open from Monday to Saturday between 9.00 am and 8.00 pm Shops are closed on Sundays.
Tourist Information:	Tourist Information at the Richard-Strauss-Platz 2 82467 Garmisch-Partenkirchen Tel. +49 8821 180 700 E-Mail: tourist-info@gapa.de Monday through Friday from 09:00 am to 05:00 pm Saturday 09:00 am to 03:00 pm Sundays and on public German Holidays closed Tourist Information at the Olympic Ski Jump Thursday through Sunday from 10:00 am to 01.00 pm; 01.30 pm to 04.00 pm. Short-term closures possible