Zugspitz Region
Every season is a highlight –
discover the Zugspitze region!
Whether summer or winter – the Zugspitze region around Grainau and Garmisch-Partenkirchen offers countless opportunities for nature, sports, and recreation between mountain lakes, alpine huts, and peaks in every season.
Grainau in summer
The Zugspitze village of Grainau and the entire region offer hiking and cycling trails, ski slopes, and cross-country ski trails for all levels. Popular destinations include the Zugspitze, Alpspitze, Kreuzeck, Wank, and Eckbauer mountains, as well as the AlpSpix viewing platform and the Höllental and Partnachklamm gorges.
Water lovers can enjoy rafting, canyoning, boat trips on the Loisach, water sports on Lake Eibsee, and the swimming pools in Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Grainau.
Families can look forward to castles, a climbing forest, a petting zoo, and numerous hiking trails.
Grainau in winter
There is also plenty to do away from the slopes – whether ice skating at the Olympic Ice Sports Center, tobogganing at Eckbauer, or strolling through the atmospheric illuminated old town. Garmisch-Partenkirchen offers countless opportunities to be active in winter and experience the Alps at their most beautiful.
The Grainau Guest Card
As a guest at our resort, you will receive the Grainau Guest Card, which offers numerous discounts and access to the tourist information center’s diverse program—from concerts and guided tours to hikes and children’s activities.
Mountain railways & travel times
Information about the numerous mountain railways—including the historic cog railway through the Zugspitze Tunnel—as well as the seasonal operating times for the Zugspitze and Garmisch Classic areas can be found on the Zugspitzbahn website.
Your vacation in the Zugspitze region
