Garmisch-Partenkirchen

The two towns that makeup Garmisch-Partenkirchen are a winter wonderland for nature enthusiasts. They are located about an hour and a half from Munich and at the foot of the huge Zugspitze mountain.

This location hosted the 1936 Olympic Games and is a popular spot for cross-country skiing, skiing in the winter, and skiing downhill because it is close to some of the tallest and most stunning mountains in the nation. Olympiaschanze's renowned ski jumping hill is also worthwhile for a quick visit. However, Garmisch-Partenkirchen offers more activities than just skiing. One of the best ways to spend a sunny winter afternoon is to take a leisurely stroll around the Partenkirchen area and its historic half-timbered buildings with carved scrollwork. Don't forget to make time to stop at a nearby café for some chocolate cake. Visit the Werdenfelser Heimatmuseum for some indoor entertainment and a look at daily life in the area in the 1800s.