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Private Tour of the Zugspitze Mountain

South of Garmisch-Partenkirchen looms the Zugspitze, the tallest mountain in Germany. Flanked by glaciers, full of sweeping ski slopes, and offering breathtaking vistas, this private tour is the perfect destination for a day trip from Garmisch or Munich. 
a tour group poses for a photo at Zugspitze Mountain

About the Zugspitze Tour

This is the perfect chance to explore the tallest mountain in Germany! After an exciting cable car ride to the peak, your tour begins with an introduction to the engineering, World War II history, glacial melt, and local lore of the Zugspitze. Peppered with entertaining anecdotes, it’s guaranteed to please the scientist, the alpinist, and the uninterested teen alike!

Next, we wander over to Austria for lunch. That’s no typo: the Zugspitze spans the border between Germany and Austria, so you’ll visit two countries in one day! After lunch, we head back down to Garmisch-Partenkirchen to see the Olympic Ski Stadium from the 1936 Winter Olympics, then meander into Partenkirchen to explore Ludwigstraße, one of Bavaria’s most beautiful streets.

Guests in front of the Zugspitze cable carView from the Zugspitze summitSummit cross on the ZugspitzeAlpine view from the Zugspitze

What’s Included

  • ✓Train and cable car tickets up and down the Zugspitze
  • ✓A private tour of the Zugspitze glacier and its history
  • ✓A tour of downtown Partenkirchen, with free chocolate from our local chocolatier
  • ✓A tour of the Olympic Ski Stadium (when available)

Lunch is not included.

Your Day at a Glance

8:45 a.m.
Up the mountain
Ride the cable car to the top of Germany in under ten minutes.

Morning
The peak & the glacier
Spend about three hours exploring the summit, the glacier, and the facilities while learning the mountain’s engineering, history, and lore, with views across five countries.

Midday
Lunch in Austria
Cross the border on the summit for lunch on the Austrian side.

Afternoon
Olympic Ski Stadium
Back in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, visit the stadium from the 1936 Winter Olympics (when available).

Around 4:00 p.m.
Ludwigstraße & chocolate
Finish with a stroll down Partenkirchen’s famous Ludwigstraße and a stop at our favorite chocolate shop for samples.

Times are approximate and the order of stops may vary with the season and your preferences.

What to Know Before You Go

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Altitude
The summit is just under 10,000 feet (2,962 m), so it can be much colder than in the valley.
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What to Bring
Warm layers, sunglasses, sunscreen, comfortable shoes, and a camera for the five-country view!
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Lunch
Lunch on the Austrian side of the summit is not included in the tour price.

Why Book Directly With Us?

Booking directly through All Things Garmisch means you’re working with Jake and our local team, not a third-party marketplace. Our guides have been bringing guests up the Zugspitze for years and will be with you every step of the way.

The best thing about a private tour is that you can customize it! Have a specific lunch spot in mind, or want to add another stop? Message us ahead of time and we’ll do everything we can to accommodate your request (subject to availability and weather).

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Zugspitze tour?

The tour runs from about 8:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., including about three hours on the summit.

Are the cable car tickets included?

Yes! Train and cable car tickets up and down the Zugspitze are included. Lunch is not.

Do we really visit two countries?

Yes! The Zugspitze sits on the border between Germany and Austria, and we cross over to the Austrian side for lunch.

8:45a.m. - 4:00p.m.

Garmisch-Partenkirchen

€349 per adult / €149 per child (age 6-16)

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