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Garmisch-Partenkirchen (German pronunciation: [ˈɡaʁmɪʃ paʁtn̩ˈkɪʁçn̩] ⓘ; Bavarian: Garmasch-Partakurch) is an Alpine ski town in Bavaria, southern Germany.It is the seat of government of the district of Garmisch-Partenkirchen (abbreviated GAP), in the Oberbayern region, which borders Austria.Nearby is Germany's highest mountain, Zugspitze, at 2,962 metres (9,718 ft) above sea level. The town is known as the site of the 1936 Winter Olympic Games, the first to include alpine ...
Dec 13, 2022 · The highest peak in Germany (and a fascinating glacier) is reason enough in itself to visit Garmisch-Partenkirchen. A cogwheel train and a cable car take you on an unforgettable scenic journey to the summit, where you look out over 400 snow-clad peaks spread across four countries. A popular winter and summer sports destination, the Zugspitze has excellent conditions for skiing, tobogganing, snow and summer hiking, as well as paragliding and other sports.
Nov 9, 2021 · While Garmisch-Partenkirchen is full of lovely things in its own right, it is also a popular base to explore Zugspitze, Germany's highest peak.It is a favorite for skiers in the winter and hikers in the summer. Visitors can access its 2,962-meter (9,718 ft) summit by cogwheel train or cable car.
Once two separate market towns, visitors to Garmisch-Partenkirchen now get a 2-for-1 deal with a charming historical town centre, scenic surroundings, a wealth of culture and plenty of good old-fashioned Bavarian hospitality.
The villages of Garmisch and Partenkirchen were joined together for the 1936 winter Olympics to form a small town, which over the years has become Germany’s top winter sports resort and a popular year-round holiday destination.
Apr 3, 2023 · Where to stay in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The hotel options in Garmisch-Partenkirchen are really good. It’s not the cheapest place to stay, but it makes sense that there’s a price to pay for being in what is probably the most beautiful part of Germany.. Whether you’re looking for a budget option or a more high-end stay with spa facilities, check out our hotel recommendations below.
Dec 27, 2023 · Garmisch-Partenkirchen is one of the busiest year-round holiday destinations in the Bavarian Alps. In a valley at the base of a number of tall mountains, it's well known as a winter sports resort and is famous for hosting the 1936 Winter Olympics, along with the International Alpine Skiing Championships in 1978 and 2011.
The double-barrelled resort of Garmisch-Partenkirchen is blessed with a fabled setting just a snowball’s throw from the Alps and is a top hang-out for outdoorsy types, skiing fans and day-trippers from Munich.
Because Garmisch-Partenkirchen touches you with its originality, its liveliness and its Bavarian charm.
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