Best trails near Zugspitze

Popular hiking trail with great views in Werdenfesler Land, Bavaria. The 2,962-meter-high Zugspitze is a mountain of superlatives. As the highest elevation in Germany, you have an unbelievable 360° panoramic view of the surrounding Alpine landscape from the summit. This route begins south of Garmisch-Partenkirchen and leads through the Partnach Gorge to the Reintalangerhütte. Up to here, the ascent is still relatively easy. From the Reintalangerhütte, it becomes quite steep and technically...

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 within a short distance. The...

Popular, adventurous hiking trail with via ferrata near Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bavaria. This classic ascent to the Zugspitze (2,962 m / 9,718 ft) through the Höllental valley is an extensive, high-alpine undertaking that requires technical equipment and expert knowledge. Hikers must carry crampons, an ice axe, a via ferrata set and a helmet and be proficient in their use, as the route presents a combination of hazards. The route leads through the dramatic Höllental Gorge before crossing the...

Panoramic hike to the Zuspitze from the Ehrwalder Alm. From the Ehrwalder Alm, the trail leads via the Pestkapelle and along the Max-Klotz-Steig past the Hochfeldernalm over alpine pastures and through mountain pines to the Brandjoch (2,120 m). The route follows the trail slightly downhill to Feldernjöchl (2,041 m). After the turn-off to the "Steinernen Hüttl", the route continues in a north-easterly direction, first descending, then climbing steeply on a secured path to the "Gatterl". This...

This stunning trail is located in the Schachen and Reintal Nature Reserve and starts at the Garmisch-Partenkirchen parking lot, right next to a train station. It winds through breathtaking natural scenery and ends at the Zugspitze (2,962 m). From the starting point, the trail climbs steadily all the way to the Zugspitze. The route follows the Hoher Weg trail past the Kochelberg-Alm and the Partnachalm. The Partnach River runs parallel to the trail, following the route all the way to the...

Challenging hike to the highest mountain in Germany from Ehrwald in Tyrol. The route leads from the valley station of the Tiroler Zugspitzbahn via the Gamskar to the Wiener Neustädter Hütte. From here, the route continues on the "Stopselzieher" via ferrata (A/B) to the summit of the Zugspitze. The tour is only recommended for experienced mountaineers who are sure-footed, have a head for heights, are in good physical condition and have good equipment. This includes a via ferrata set, helmet,...

This popular mountain hike leads from Ehrwald in Tyrol to the summit of the Zugspitze. From Ehrwald, the route heads to the Almbahn valley station and continues uphill across green alpine meadows. Once at the top, it’s likely to get a bit crowded, but the strenuous climb is rewarded with incredible views and a sense of seclusion. If you plan to take the mountain railway back down, be sure to check the departure times in advance.

Popular hike to the Zugspitze from Ehrwald in Tyrol. The challenging tour leads from the Ehrwalder Almbahn mountain station along forest paths past the Tirolerhaus and the Hochfeldern Alm to the Feldernjöchl, from where a secured trail finally leads to the Gatterl. The rest of the route is characterized by scree, snowfields and secured climbs and requires a good basic level of fitness, a head for heights and climbing experience. The hiking trail is not recommended in the rain, as some parts...

Panoramic via Ferrata to the highest peak in Germany. The Höllentalsteig starts at the Höllentalangerhütte, which can be reached by hiking through the Höllentalklamm gorge from Hammersbach. The via ferrata is classified as difficulty C and unsuitable for beginners. Via Ferrata, safety equipment should be used. A rockfall helmet is essential. Microspikes, crampons, and at least one trekking pole (or ice axe) are recommended. The final ascent via the Höllental via Ferrata to the summit of...

Popular hike in the Wetterstein Mountains, Bavaria This short, but quite strenuous hike up the highest mountain in Germany awaits with countless fantastic panoramic views of the surrounding mountain peaks. The starting point of the hike is the valley station of the Gletscherbahn. Sure-footedness, a certain level of fitness and sturdy shoes are a must on this hike in the alpine mountains. Also, when hiking at these altitudes, the somewhat thinner air is a factor that should not be...