Is Garmisch-Partenkirchen worth visiting in winter?


Is Garmisch-Partenkirchen worth visiting in winter? If there isn't a lot of snow, don't be dismayed. Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a great base for visiting historic towns like Mittenwald and Oberammergau, palaces like Linderhof and Neuschwanstein, and even thermal spas like Kristall Therme Kochel am See and Königliche Kristall-Therme am Kurpark Schwangau.


How many days do you need in Garmisch-Partenkirchen?

How long to stay in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. A lot of people come to Garmisch-Partenkirchen for a few days but you could easily spend 2 weeks there. To see everything in this travel guide to Garmisch-Partenkirchen, you should at least plan 5 days, as in 5 days packed with activities.


Is Garmisch-Partenkirchen walkable?

Garmisch-Partenkirchen offers a multitude of relaxed walks and easy hikes that are perfect for all age groups.


How do you spend a day in Garmisch?

  1. Day trips to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
  2. Day trips in the water, on land and up in the air.
  3. Hiking in the mountains of Bavaria.
  4. Mountaineering & climbing.
  5. Cycling & biking with an exceptional backdrop.
  6. Skiing & snowboarding in Bavaria's slope paradise.
  7. Blissful cross-country skiing experiences.
  8. Winter and snowshoe hikes.


How much is the train from Garmisch to Munich?

How much is the train ticket from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Munich? The cheapest tickets we've found for trains from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Munich are US$34.06. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets will cost around US$11, while the price is around US$26 if you book 7 days in advance.


What is the difference between Zugspitze and Garmisch Classic?

Garmisch classic allows for more hiking, as there are multiple lifts/peaks, whereas Zugspitze is one peak (the tallest one in Germany). If you're coming from Garmisch, you have to take a train (~45min) to a cable car (~10min) to get to the top of Zugspitze, whereas Garmisch Classic is a lot less time.


Are there direct trains from Munich to Garmisch-Partenkirchen?

Is there a direct train from Munich Hbf to Garmisch-Partenkirchen? Yes, it is possible to travel from Munich Hbf to Garmisch-Partenkirchen without having to change trains. There are 22 direct trains from Munich Hbf to Garmisch-Partenkirchen each day.