Things to Do in Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Discover Garmisch-Partenkirchen in a private tour. Feel old-fashioned Bavarian hospitality and explore the number one ski sports venue in Germany.

Take a Hiking Tour in Snowshoes guided by professional instructors in awesome Alpine surroundings.

The Zugspitze is Germany's tallest peak and home to a stunning view of five countries, a glacier, a border between Austria and Germany, and an amazing cable car ride that brings you to the peak in under ten minutes. This tour is a stress free way to learn about the unique history of the mountain, engineering, and environment of an Alpine peak that is just under ten thousand feet. Our guides have been bringing people to the Zugspitze for over nine years and will be there every step of the tour showing you the amazing views, history, and fun of Germany's tallest mountain.

Travel from Munich to Garmisch and ascend the Zugspitze, Germany’s highest peak, by cable car. Enjoy a beer at Germany’s highest beer garden and return through the mountains on a cogwheel or cable car.

Thrills, fun and a great experience of nature - welcome to our canyoning tour near Lenggries! On this varied tour you walk through a gorge along the course of the river. Waterfalls, pools, slides and an impressive landscape await you.

Join a hands-on pretzel-making experience in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Learn the history of the Bavarian pretzel, knead and twist your own, and take home your creations along with dipping sauces.

Sauna in Europe is a cultural experience most Americans are simply not accustomed to so let us teach you the etiquette and nuances associated with Europe's best kept secret. Our day tour includes towels, salt scrubs, orientation tour, and more. Upon arriving at the Krystal Therme your guide will walk you through the spa showing you each secluded resting area, sauna, and whirlpool while explaining Aufguss and the methods of relaxation associated with it. The entire goal of the experience being to remove the stress of travel and creating a comforting and safe experience.

On this 3-hour tour, learn a little bit about Bavaria's Berchtesgaden with a visit to the town's 500-year-old salt mine on Obersalzberg, including a boat ride across an underground lake. At the end of the trip, taste some traditional Bavarian delicacies.

We’ll ride the cable car up to the top of the mountain for the most amazing photo session. You will have time to change outfits if desired. You will have your own ticket so you are free to check out the amazing views and have lunch or snacks; there will be a restaurant on top. You can also hike down if you wish and I can give you advice and get you started.

Visit the crystal-clear Eibsee Lake and ride the cable car to the summit of Zugspitze — Germany’s highest peak — for panoramic views over four countries.

The Loisach between Farchant/Garmisch and Murnau offers an ideal starting point for paddling an inflatable boat on a beautiful wild river. Inflatable boating on the Loisach is suitable for everyone such as wonderful as a summer trip for families, friends or for an active team trip. After the handover at the meeting point, you will receive a small safety briefing and insight into the paddle technique. Downriver, beautiful sandbanks can be paddled to enjoy not only the self-brought bread, but also the view.

Seamlessly travel from Munich to the Neuschwanstein Castle, nestled high in the Bavarian Alps. After your castle experience, join our expert guide for a walking tour of Munich's XMAS Markets!

Garmisch-Partenkirchen is an amazing place! This merged city sits at the heart of a historical European trade route of the Middle Ages causing an unbelievably unique and blended history. In more modern times, the influence of the Nazi party and the atmosphere of the American occupation in the late ’40s has radically impacted the attitude and culture of this valley paradise. This tour provides fantastic insight into the history, art, architecture, dining, and people of this sublime Alpine city.

Discover the natural beauty of Berchtesgaden on a day trip from Munich—explore the Zauberwald, enjoy a scenic lake cruise on Königssee, and visit the iconic St. Bartholomew’s Church.

Maximilian the Second of the Habsburg Dynasty called Innsbruck “the jewel of the Alps” and he was more than correct. This picturesque city lies along the Inns River below the amazing Tyrollean Alps and is home to Swarovski crystal, the Golden Dachl, the Habsburg Residenz, and countless other sights. We spend time shopping at Swarovski Crystal World before wandering the streets of Innsbruck stopping at the Hofkirche and more.

Discover the Bavarian Alps on a trip to the Eagle's Nest from Salzburg. Explore Adolf Hitler's famous retreat and enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the region's mountainous landscape.

The perfect way to enjoy Garmisch-Partenkirchen and learn the amazing history of our culture, paintings, and more.

Explore the beautiful village of Partenkirchen on a private walking tour where you will taste, hear, and revel in the culture of southern Bavaria.

Neuschwanstein Castle is wrapped in mystery and beauty. The former dream of the Wittlesbach king, Ludwig II, the castle is not only gorgeous but the perfect place to explore the mystery of Ludwig's untimely demise and begin to learn the Bavarian Beer Culture. After a 'skip the line' entrance into Neuschwanstein castle the your guide will bring you to the village of Murnau where you will visit the Griesbräu brewery for your tour of the brewery given by the brewmeister himself. An obscene amount of sample beers and beer schnapps await along with your very own "Brewery Certificate." Once the brewery tour is concluded we make our way to the Murnau train station for a short train ride back into the city of Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

Enjoy an unforgettable flight with a paraglider from the peak of Brauneck near Munich, high above the Isar valley. Feel completely safe with a state-certified tandem pilot at your side.

Neuschwanstein castle is beautiful but currently suffering from over tourism. Huge bus tours dominate the landscape with crowds and lines everywhere. Let us take the stress out of seeing this amazing place. Our guides are licensed to go around the long ticketing line and know the ways to move around the crowds making your experience fun and relaxing. Plus, we LOVE telling all the history and stories associated with Ludwig II, Bavaria, Oktoberfest, Germany, and more. Our business has been in operation for over nine years taking people to Neuschwanstein castle and we are currently the highest ranked guide service for southern Bavaria on Trip Advisor so we know how to provide you with a wonderful day!

Experience the Franz Marc Expressionist Museum before enjoying the Kristall Therme's saunas, pools, and swim-up bar.

The guided rafting tour on the Isar in Bavaria means paddling fun and unforgettable impressions in the snowy Alpine foothills. The Isar offers optimal conditions for an easy entry into whitewater rafting. We're waiting for you at the MONTEVIA base in Lenggries. Here you will be equipped with wetsuit, life jacket and helmet. Directly opposite our location runs the Isar. There you will receive a safety briefing and will be familiarized with technique and tactics when paddling. Afterwards, you will go to the river, and you will paddle on calm water interspersed with some splashy waves an 11 km long river route to Bad Tölz. Things get really exciting at the Isarburg, a passage with white water level 3, the passage of which is voluntary, but which can also be driven several times. Arriving at the exit in Bad Tölz you will receive a transfer back to Lenggries.

Sit back and relax while taking a comfortable tour bus to the highest peak in Germany, Zugspitze. Ride the new cablecar and enjoy the breathtaking views over the peaks of the Alps.

This amazing tour allows you to create your very own chocolate while learning and sampling the rich history of Bavaria, the cocoa bean, and plenty more. Take your chocolate home with you as a souvenir or enjoy immediately!

This tour starts in Munich and includes the most popular and unforgettable places in Bavaria: Grainau - Eibsee - Zugspitze - crossing into Austria, stop at Highline179 and Neuschwanstein Castle.

Ludwig the II’s life and ambitions are renown for their grandeur, intrigue, and fantasy. His unfinished masterpiece Neuschwanstein Castle, inspired the likes of the Walt Disney logo and the motion picture Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. Once done at the castle we make our way to some of my favourite beer gardens and breweries where we discuss the history, culture, and tastes of Bavaria's beloved beverage; beer.

Enjoy a hassle-free visit to Neuschwanstein Castle with a skip-the-line ticket and a transfer from Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Take a scenic train ride through the Austrian Alps to the castle.

Laughter, fun, and pretzels. We use our amazing space at Zum Bauer where you comfortably and safely learn from our trained Chef's the history and styles of pretzel making and baking. It is truly an amazing experience that ends with you having fun knowledge to share with friends, a new cooking skill, and of course a pretzel !

Take a day trip from Munich to visit scenic Salzburg. Pass by Bavaria's largest lake, the Chiemsee, then head on to the Salzkammergut resort area and its beautiful lakeside settlement, St. Wolfgang.

While eating, you can admire the view of the valley at the heights you and your bike have conquered together! You can pat yourself on the shoulder or on the handlebars With new strength and well settled, you can then continue or head down the descent, where you can ride at your personal favorite pace. In addition to the main path, which is easy to drive, you also have the opportunity to venture on challenging paths with small obstacles and jumps! Our guides are here to help you with words and deeds. It can get wild!

Travel through the Bavarian Alps in a comfortable van to Neuschwanstein castle. Take a guided tour of the castle, see the 17th-century church of Wieskirch, and try local products at a Bavarian farm.

NEUSCHWANSTEIN CASTLE - a dream destination for tourists from all over the world - ... in times of Corona! Due to the comprehensive COVID-19 safety measures of the castle administration (reduction of the number of visitors by 83% to only 10 people per tour!) it is currently often impossible to get tickets at the desired date. On this private full-day tour you will receive - even at short notice - GUARANTEED SKIP-THE-LINE ADMISSION for the guided castle tour, which you can experience virtually EXCLUSIVELY due to the small groups of visitors! From the very beginning, you will be accompanied by your personal licensed tour guide, who is of course familiar with the current situation. So all you need to do is ENJOY this day! You can also enjoy the entertaining & informative ride in our new & comfortable Volkswagen-Minivan, where we can visit a wealth of other attractions.

Marvel at the beauty of Neuschwanstein Castle nestled in the Bavarian Alps on a guided, half-day tour from Munich. Enjoy round-trip train transportation and skip-the-line entry access to the castle.

Enjoy an exclusive excursion - without other participants - to the plateau of the Zugspitze (2,962 metres) glacier. The trip starts in the morning, with pick up at your Garmisch-Partenkirchen accommodation. Cool drinks and snacks will be waiting for you in a comfortable vehicle. As soon as we have arrived at the beautiful Eibsee, one of the most beautiful lakes in Bavaria, the new Zugspitz cable car (opened 2017) will take us very close to the highest peak in Germany. During your stay on the plateau you will learn interesting information about the region's history and its role in World War II - plus you will enjoy a tasty traditional lunch inside the Panorama Lounge 2962! After our "at the top of Germany" experience, we will have a stop in Garmisch-Partenkirchen - the venue of the 1936 Olympic Games. After all we will head back to the agreed starting point or hotel/accommodation!

Discover the beauty of Bavaria on a trip from Munich. Enjoy the crystal clear waters of Lake Eibsee pass through the village of Grainau and taste Georgian wine by the lake.You can also visit Zuspitze.

This small alpine village became famous for its representation of the Passion of Christ, its 18th-century frescoes painted on the town's houses, and centuries-old wood carving traditions. Situated in the Ammer valley, it is named after the river Ammer that crosses the village. Its roots are dated from the late Bronze Age, the village as we know it today started with a small monastery in the 9th century. Discover how this town became a fulcrum point in the wood carving art from the 14th century onwards. Walk the streets and get to know how the 30 Years War led to the return of the Black Plague, which in terms gave rise to the Passion of Christ play, worldly known as one of the best representations of the last days of Christ. Discover the several references to “Märchenhäuser”, the fairy tales that were gathered by the Brothers Grimm in Germany from old oral German folklore of the early 19th century. Oberammergau is surely a town to awe and wonder at both the sacred and the profane.

Take part in a romantic voyage through the beauty of the Bavarian Alps to Berchtesgaden and Königssee with plenty of time to explore.

Dive deep into the allure of fairytale and mystery, and witness the legendary creations of Ludwig II. Forged out of blind obsession and sheer creativity, Linderhof castle harkens back to Bavaria’s fascinating history and enchanting traditions. In the summer and spring months the gardens of Linderhof Palace are in bloom making it the perfect place to explore the beauty that is Bavaria.

Explore the fairytale Neuschwanstein Castle and pass through the enchanting old-world town of Füssen. Take a two-hour train/bus ride through majestic Bavarian landscapes.

Welcome to Garmisch, a small town that offers old fashioned Bavarian style and hospitality. Today Garmisch is the number one winter sports venue in Germany offering some of the best skiing in the land, including runs on Germany’s highest peak, the Zugspitze (2964m). The town is also famous for having hosted the 1936 Winter Olympics along with the International Alpine Skiing Championships in 1978 and 2011. Discover the highlights of this charming place by foot, because in Garmisch, just walking around the town is a real treat. You will learn about: * History of Garmisch and Partenkirchen * Luftl-paintings * Winter Olympic Games of 1936 * Olympic Ski Jump You will see: * Garmisch town * Ludwig Street * St Anton Church * Partenkirchen town * Olympic Stadium

Enjoy a full day trip to the famous Neuschwanstein Castle from Garmisch-Partenkirchen in a comfortable Mercedes V-Klasse

Innsbruck is an amazing town and the jewel of Tyrol. The history literally pours out of the bricks as you wander this scenic Alpine village and there is plenty of opportunity for shopping!

Explore and Take a part of most romantic Village through the beauty of the Bavarian Alps to Berchtesgaden and Königssee

Neuschwanstein castle is beautiful but currently suffering from over tourism. Huge bus tours dominate the landscape with crowds and lines everywhere. Our guides are licensed to go around the long ticketing line and know the ways to move around the crowds making your experience fun and relaxing. Plus, we LOVE telling all the history and stories associated with Ludwig II, Bavaria, Oktoberfest, Germany, and more. In operation for over eleven years and currently the highest ranked guide service for southern Bavaria on Trip Advisor, we know how to provide you with a wonderful day!

Explore the charm of old-fashioned Bavarian style and hospitality in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Experience the beauty of the surrounding mountains and indulge in local cuisine. Join us for a memorable trip to this picturesque town!

This off the beaten path tour is a great way to explore Garmisch-Partenkirchen and learn the people, culture, and history of this Alpine community. We start in Partenkirchen and then stop at a few local pubs along the way before leisurely heading into Garmisch for a few more bevi's and more history before ending at the world famous Schranne. A great way to make new friends and learn some history!

Enjoy a private eco-luxury trip from Munich to Eibsee and Zugspitze. Relax by the crystal-clear lake and ride to the top of Germany for unforgettable views and visit Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

Ahoy, sailors! Are you ready for a ride you will never forget? The Isar is one of the last wild rivers in Germany. Rafting here is something very special.

Experience the best of Bavaria on a day trip from Munich to Füssen and its surroundings. Join your guide to discover the Bavarian highlights of Neuschwanstein Castle, Oberammergau, and Linderhof.