- Tourist Information
- Map
- What Garmisch-Partenkirchen is famous for?
- Spectacular Alpine Scenery
- Winter Sports and Ski Resort
- Historic Charm and Beautiful Paintings
- Year-Round Tourism
- West and East
- Zugspitze
- Partnach Gorge
- Neuschwanstein Castle
- “Hunting” lodge of King Ludwig II
- Church St. Anton
- Richard Strauss House
- What to buy
Tourist Information
| Type | Village |
| First mention | 15 AD |
| Getting there | Garmisch is less than an hour by car from Munich. Buses connect Garmisch-Partenkirchen non-stop to Berlin (DB IC bus). Meinfernbus connects Garmisch-Partenkirchen with Innsbruck and Munich Hackerbrücke. Trains leave to and from Munich every hour. |
| Accommodation | Garmisch-Partenkirchen has a big variety of lodging (hotels, hostels, camping places). |
| Location | Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany, Europe |
Map
What Garmisch-Partenkirchen is famous for?
Spectacular Alpine Scenery
Nestled amidst the breathtaking Bavarian Alps, Garmisch-Partenkirchen offers stunning vistas, picturesque landscapes, and access to Germany’s highest peak, the Zugspitze.
A great way to get the most out of your sightseeing and hiking high above Garmisch-Partenkirchen is to make use of the town’s network of summit lifts and gondolas.
Winter Sports and Ski Resort
The town is a renowned winter sports destination, attracting skiers, snowboarders, and winter enthusiasts from around the world. It has hosted multiple Winter Olympic Games.
The town is known as the site of the 1936 Winter Olympic Games.
This ski resort provides a wide range of slopes and trails suitable for all levels of skiers and snowboarders.
Historic Charm and Beautiful Paintings
The town boasts a rich history and Bavarian heritage, evident in its traditional architecture, churches, and cultural events.
On the main street, Ludwigstrasse, you can admire the facade of the gorgeous traditional houses that were decorated with beautiful paintings and window boxes abloom with geraniums.
Year-Round Tourism
Garmisch-Partenkirchen attracts visitors in all seasons, offering a plethora of outdoor activities, cultural events, and a welcoming atmosphere throughout the year.
West and East
Garmisch (in the west) and Partenkirchen (in the east) were separate towns for many centuries.
Zugspitze
As Germany’s tallest mountain, Zugspitze offers unforgettable panoramas, hiking opportunities, and a unique experience of being on top of the country.
Partnach Gorge
Just three kilometers southeast of Garmisch-Partenkirchen is the wild Partnachklamm, the Partnach Gorge. This dramatic and rocky gorge on the River Partnach is 702 meters long and reaches depths of more than 80 meters.
Neuschwanstein Castle
Neuschwanstein, one of Germany’s most beautiful castles, is located one hour west of Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
“Hunting” lodge of King Ludwig II
A three-hour hike each way from Garmisch-Partenkirchen is the King’s House in Schachen, the exquisite “hunting” lodge of King Ludwig II.
Church St. Anton
The pilgrimage church St. Anton is a short walk above Partenkirchen; you can recognize it by its distinctive onion dome. Inside the dome is a beautiful fresco by Johann Evangelist Holzer.
Richard Strauss House
A famous resident, Richard Strauss, spent 40 years of his life in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Today, his lovely 1908 Art Nouveau villa in Garmisch is a museum.
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What to buy
- Bavarian souvenirs such as beer steins, cuckoo clocks, traditional clothing (like dirndls and lederhosen), and handcrafted wooden figurines.
- Alpine cheeses, chocolates, sausages, and Bavarian beer.
- High-quality outdoor clothing and gear.
- Postcards, fridge magnets, and keychains featuring iconic landmarks from the town and the surrounding mountains.
- Paintings, pottery, or other locally made artistic pieces.
- Edelweiss flower is a symbol of the Alps and can be found on various products, including jewelry, clothing, and decorations.
- Schnapps and other traditional spirits from local distilleries.
