Garmisch-Partenkirchen
If you want to go on an adventure trip with your travel friends in Germany, check out the south. The ski resorts can reach up to 2.943m (Eibsee-lift) and include 1.285,6km of slopes. The most popular destination for an adventurous ski trip is Garmisch-Partenkirchen, at the foot of mount Zugspitze, the highest mountain in Germany. Garmisch-Partenkirch lies at an altitude of approximately 707m and is very small with only 86.600 inhabitants. BUT, if you feel the need for a city adventure, Munich (the biggest city in the south) is only a 1 hour car ride away.
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The ski resorts around Garmisch-Partenkirchen include 205km of slopes, 89 lifts for beginners and advanced skiers with the highest point at 2.720m. At this height, the Zugspitzplatt is definitely to be snow-sure. The area is suitable for all kind of winter sports, snowboarding, cross country skiing, telemark skiing as well as sledging and so much more. A real insider tip for skiing in Germany!
Prices
As you might know, skiing is not the cheapest sport you can practice. However, at the Zugspitze you are going to receive great value for your money. A daily pass costs around 50€. Check out the exact prices.
Extras
If you and your travel friends are in Garmisch-Partenkirchen during New Year's Time, you shouldn't miss the yearly New Year's Ski Jumping. It will feel like flying into the New Year.
Another highlight is the yearly Audi FIS Alpine Ski World Cup at the famous Kandahar ski slope, which is definitely the most dangerous you have seen so far. So, if you are up for some entertaining adventure sport event in the end of January, get your tickets now.
The ski resorts around Garmisch-Partenkirchen include 205km of slopes, 89 lifts for beginners and advanced skiers with the highest point at 2.720m. At this height, the Zugspitzplatt is definitely to be snow-sure. The area is suitable for all kind of winter sports, snowboarding, cross country skiing, telemark skiing as well as sledging and so much more. A real insider tip for skiing in Germany!
Prices
As you might know, skiing is not the cheapest sport you can practice. However, at the Zugspitze you are going to receive great value for your money. A daily pass costs around 50€. Check out the exact prices.
Extras
If you and your travel friends are in Garmisch-Partenkirchen during New Year's Time, you shouldn't miss the yearly New Year's Ski Jumping. It will feel like flying into the New Year.
Another highlight is the yearly Audi FIS Alpine Ski World Cup at the famous Kandahar ski slope, which is definitely the most dangerous you have seen so far. So, if you are up for some entertaining adventure sport event in the end of January, get your tickets now.
What to pack
As you can imagine, it will get very cold in winter in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Make sure to pack your warm winter jacket, snow boots as well as gloves, a scarf and a hat. Additionally, taking sunglasses could be handy ;) Don't think too much about how you look - it is more about functionality, than fashionability.