Best wildflower trails in Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Popular hike near Garmisch-Partenkirchen in the Bavarian foothills of the Alps. The easy-to-walk hiking trail leads slowly upwards in pleasant serpentines over steps. In between, there are beautiful views of Garmisch and, if the weather is good, of the Zugspitze. The famous Wank (1780m) offers a breathtaking view of the Wetterstein Mountains. Shortening the hike by taking the Wankbahn back to the starting point is possible. Highlights: - Great mountain panorama

Stage 1 of the Zugspitz Tour via Reintal, Bavaria. Numerous routes lead to the Zugspitze, with its 2962 m above sea level the highest mountain in Germany. The ascent through the Reintal (Route A) is the easiest, but also the longest of the Zugspitze tours. As a rule, the hike is run in two daily stages. The scenic first stage runs from Garmisch-Partenkirchen along the Partnach and through the Reintal to the Reintalangerhuette (book accommodation in advance). There are no technically...

Popular, panoramic hiking trail in Werdenfelser Land, Bavaria. The Wank near Garmisch-Partenkirchen is widely known. This is not least thanks to its outstanding location and the breathtaking panoramic view of Garmisch-Partenkirchen and the Wetterstein mountains. The Zugspitze and Alpspitze in particular can be seen from its summit. This route starts at Garmisch-Partenkirchen railway station and heads east towards Wank. The ascent to the summit begins at the Josefsbichl-Gamshütte. Once at...

Stage 2 of the Zugspitz Tour via Reintal, Bavaria. This is the second stage of the ascent to the Zugspitze from Garmisch-Partenkirchen via the Reintal (Route A). Even if this route is considered the easiest of the Zugspitze tours, the final ascent to the summit of Germany's highest mountain should not be underestimated. From the Reintalangerhuette you hike through partly exposed, rope-secured, fall-prone, stony terrain and overcome almost 1600 meters in altitude over a short distance. The...

Popular circular hike from Garmisch-Partenkirchen in Upper Bavaria. The hike leads along an impressive path through the famous Partnachklamm gorge. There is an entrance fee to visit the gorge (please note opening times). Also, don't forget your rain gear! On the way back, take the "Hoher Weg" to the Partnachalm, where you can stop for refreshments. In summer the mountain meadows are in bloom, in winter the snow is enchanting. The tour can be reached by train (Kainzenbad station). It is...

Varied circular route near Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bavaria The tour begins at the Olympia Ski Stadium (parking fee €2.50 per day) and initially leads to the highest church village in Germany. Here one can take a first break in the Wamberg mountain inn (refreshments available). From there it goes across meadows and forests to the Eckbauer, where beautiful views await. You pass the mountain station of the Eckbauerbahn (if you want to take a shortcut, you can take the cable car back down to the...

This stunning trail is located in the Schachen and Reintal Nature Reserve and starts at the Garmisch-Partenkirchen car park, right next to which there is also a railway station. It winds through a stunning natural landscape and ends at the Zugspitze (2,962 m). From the starting point, the trail climbs steadily up to the Zugspitze. The route follows the Hoher Weg, passing the Kochelberg-Alm and the Partnachalm. The Partnach river runs parallel to the route, following it as far as the...

Scenic route in the Wetterstein mountains, Bavaria, Germany A challenging route through the healing climate of the Wetterstein mountains. The start is at the Kainzenbad car park (for a fee). The route leads through beautiful forests, which provides shade, but also over open terrain with great views and strong sunshine on cloudless days (don't forget sunscreen). Once at the top, the marvellous views of the Zugspitze, the Alpspitze, the Wettersteinwand and the Karwendel can be enjoyed....

Popular, multi-faceted hiking trail near Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bavaria. Starting from the well-known winter sports resort of Garmisch-Patenkirchen, this circular hiking trail leads along the Kochelberg, past the Rießersee, over the Katzenberg to the Aule-Alm and back to Garmisch. The vegetation changes again and again between forest sections and meadows, from where you can enjoy a marvellous view of the Loisach Valley. This route also passes the former Olympic bobsleigh run, which is...

Panoramic circular hike in the Ammergebirge, Bavaria Despite its proximity to the well-known Stepbergalm, the ascent to the Hohe Ziegspitz is a real "insider tip". With breathtaking panoramic views of the Karwendel, Alpspitze, Zugspitze massif and the Ammergau Alps, the summit offers a cosy and rarely frequented vantage point. A very beautiful, pleasant walk back rounds off this scenic mountain tour. The starting point is the car park at the mountain hut. From there, gravel paths and then...