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Zugspitze is Germany’s highest peak and the tallest summit in the Wetterstein Mountains.

The Zugspitze, which rises to 2962 meters (9718 feet) above sea level and provides stunning panoramic views of the surrounding mountain sceneries, is located in the Bavarian Alps close to the Austrian border.

This article covers everything you must know before booking tickets for the Zugspitze Mountain Tour.

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Ride the cable car up to the top from Garmisch-Partenkirchen, where lifts from Austria and Germany meet. 

Discover eateries, stores, and telescopes at the summit, and take in the breathtaking vistas of the Alps. 

Savor a midday meal while taking in the expansive vistas of the peaks before entering Austria. 

Enjoy a beer at Germany’s tallest beer garden without a passport. 

Finish the journey with a breathtaking cog-wheel train trip over the stunning Alps, capping off a day full of amazing encounters.

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You can purchase tickets to the Zugspitze Mountain Tour online or offline.

Online ticket prices tend to be cheaper than offline.

When you buy online, you can avoid the long queues at the ticket counters.

Because some tours sell limited tickets, they may sell out during peak days. Booking early helps avoid last-minute disappointments.

Visit the Zugspitze Mountain Tour ticket booking page , select the number of tickets and date, and book right away.

Once you purchase the Zugspitze Tour tickets, they get delivered to your email address. 

There is no need to get printouts of the ticket. 

You can show the guide the e-ticket on your smartphone and join the tour.

Tickets to the Zugspitze Mountain Tour cost €100 per person. 

A minimum of two participants is required for this activity.

With this skip-the-line ticket to Germany’s highest peak, you’ll travel from Munich to Garmisch-Partenkirchen in the comfort of an air-conditioned van and ascend the Zugspitze by cable car.

The ticket includes hotel pickup and drop-off but not the cable car ticket. You can get the cable car ride for €63.

The mid-day meal is not part of the ticket.

An English-speaking guide will conduct the tour. 

Ticket Price: €100

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The tour to Germany’s highest peak starts from Garmisch-Partenkirchen . 

The Obernbayernbus and the Flixbus make regular stops at the central station , making it simple to go to Garmisch-Partenkirchen. 

You can go to the train station in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, which has excellent access to the public transportation system.

The Zugspitze Mountain Tour starts at 9 am and takes around 6 to 8 hours.

The cable car to the peak operates from 8.30 am to 4.45 pm from September to June and from 8 am to 5.45 pm in July and August.

The ride in the cable car takes around 10 minutes, departing at least once every 30 minutes.

The final ascent is scheduled 30 minutes before the end of operation. 

The best time to visit Zugspitze Mountain will largely rely on your interests and the experiences you hope to have. 

Summer (June to August) brings clear skies and nice weather, perfect for outdoor pursuits like trekking and summit exploration. 

Alpine flora is in flower in the spring, which runs from April to May, and offers milder weather and fewer visitors. 

Vibrant foliage decorates the terrain in the fall (September to October), bringing calmness to the area. 

Zugspitze becomes a winter paradise throughout winter (November to March), ideal for skiing lovers and other winter sports.  

The attraction provides a captivating experience year-round, whether you’re seeking action or peace.

The Zugspitze Mountain Tour is a highly-rated tourist attraction. 

Check out two reviews we selected from Tripadvisor, which give you an idea of what to expect at this attraction.

Excellent climate, views, and friendly people

The views were amazing, excellent climate. Took many photos…The guide was excellent to coordinate and provide information.

Connector34539041631, TripAdvisor

Excellent tour and a memorable trip

Excellent tour, and the trip was very comfortable. The guide explained everything related to the place on the way. I very much advise this to anyone visiting Germany who don’t want to go through the hassle of changing trains. 

rathish n, TripAdvisor

Here are a few frequently asked questions about the tour of Zugspitze Mountain.

Visitors can purchase tickets for the Zugspitze Mountain Tour online and offline. We suggest you purchase your tickets online in advance for the best possible experience.

Purchased tickets to the Zugspitze Mountain Tour are solely valid for the specified date. In inclement weather, tickets cannot be refunded or rescheduled. For this reason, we advise confirming the weather prediction before purchasing tickets.

Yes! Bringing your dog on the tour is permitted. The cable car ascent and descent have a one-time fee of €6 per dog.

Unfortunately, the Grainau – Zugspitze cogwheel train line, as well as the cable cars, chairlifts, and surface lifts operated by Bayerische Zugspitzbahn Bergbahn AG, do not provide free transportation for those with impairments.

The Zugspitze Mountain Tour does not permit the use of bicycles for transportation.

The Zugspitze Mountain Tour tickets are not transferable.

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Sicher auf die Zugspitze - alle Touren

Die Zugspitze, Deutschlands höchster Berg (2962 m), lockt jedes Jahr tausende Bergbegeisterte an. Gut informiert und vorbereitet seid ihr sicherer unterwegs.

Der höchste Berg Deutschlands

Die Zugspitze ist mit 2962 Metern der höchste Berg Deutschlands. Sie liegt südwestlich von Garmisch-Partenkirchen im Wettersteingebirge und über ihrem Gipfel verläuft die Grenze zwischen Deutschland und Österreich. Erstmals bestiegen wurde die Zugspitze im Jahr 1820 . Nicht immer sind die Besucher*innen richtig vorbereitet und manche verhalten sich falsch. Dies führt dazu, dass es immer wieder zu Notlagen und Unfällen mit schwierigen Bergrettungseinsätzen kommt.

Drei wichtige Aussagen:

Es ist zwar voll an der Zugspitze, aber nur an bestimmten Tagen , zu bestimmten Zeiten und an bestimmten Stellen!

Der Berg wird von zahlreichen Bergsteiger*innen stark unterschätzt !

Eine gründliche Tourenplanung senkt das Risiko!

Deshalb geben der Deutsche Alpenverein, die Bergwacht Bayern und der Verband der deutschen Berg- und Skiführer hier wichtige Informationen über die Hauptrouten und vorbeugende Sicherheitsmaßnahmen.

Die schönsten Touren an der Zugspitze:

Antworten auf 5 häufige fragen, wandertouren rund um die zugspitze.

Der höchste Berg Deutschlands ist für viele ein Traumziel. Doch im Zugspitzgebiet gibt es noch viele andere lohnende Touren und (Gipfel-)Ziele.

Karte: Routen auf die Zugspitze

Route A: Reintal

Route B: Ehrwalder Alm und Gatterl

Route C: Österreichisches Schneekar

Route D: Höllental

Route E: Jubiläumsgrat

Route A: Reintal

Der einfachste, aber weiteste Weg auf die Zugspitze ist der durch das Reintal. Rund 21 Kilometer und 2300 Höhenmeter sind zu überwinden. Bis auf den Schlussanstieg bietet es kaum technische Schwierigkeiten. Dennoch darf die Route nicht unterschätzt werden, da die Entfernung zum nächsten Ort sehr weit ist und man in großer Abgeschiedenheit unterwegs ist.

Tourenbeschreibung

Ausgangspunkt ist das Skistadion (730 m) von Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Nach der Partnachklamm führen Forststraßen und Karrenwege zur Bockhütte (1052 m). Danach steigt der einfache Bergweg bis zur Reintalangerhütte (1370 m) etwas an. Von der Hütte geht es durchs Brunntal steiler bergan zur Knorrhütte (2057 m). Von ihr gelangt man auf das weitläufige Zugspitzplatt. Bei der Station Sonn-Alpin (2576 m) steigt man in eine steile Schutt- und Schrofenflanke ein und gelangt über mittelschwere Bergwege - teils versichert - zum Zugspitzgipfel.

Besonderheiten:

Vorsicht bei Nebel auf dem Zugspitzplatt

Wer bei Sonn-Alpin erschöpft ist, sollte die Bahn zum Gipfel nehmen

Achtung vor Schneefeldern in der Gipfelflanke

Route B: Ehrwalder Alm und Gatterl

Von Ehrwald führt die Gatterlroute auf das Zugspitzplatt zur Knorrhütte und von dort gemeinsam mit der Reintalroute zum Gipfel. Von der Talstation der Ehrwalder Almbahn (1108 m) flach aufwärts durch das Skigebiet zur Ehrwalder Alm (1502 m), Pestkapelle (1617 m) und Hochfeldernalm (1732 m). Oben angekommen hat man 14 Kilometer und 2100 Höhenmeter in den Beinen.

Weiter auf dem Max-Klotz-Steig zum Joch „Am Brand“ (2120 m) und leicht fallend zum Feldernjöchl (2041 m). Nun steil ansteigend auf versichertem Steig zum „Gatterl“ (2024 m). Über den ebenen „Plattsteig“ zur Knorrhütte. Von dort über das Zugspitzplatt zu Sonnalpin (2576 m) und auf versichertem Steig auf den Zugspitzgipfel.

Achtung vor Schneefeldern im Bereich „Gatterl“ und der Gipfelflanke

Verkürzbar mit der Ehrwalder Almbahn

Route C: Österreichisches Schneekar und Stopselzieher

Der kürzeste Aufstieg zum Gipfel führt vom Eibsee (950 m) oder Obermoos (1228 m) über das Österreichische Schneekar. Über beide Wege steigt man zunächst steil zur Wiener-Neustädter-Hütte (2209 m) hinauf und durchquert anschließend das Österreichische Schneekar. Je nach Startpunkt braucht man Kondition für acht Kilometer und 2015 Höhenmeter bzw. fünf Kilometer und 1735 Höhenmeter .

Am Ende des Schneekars beginnt ein einfacher Klettersteig, der durch die gesamte Nordwestflanke verläuft. Am Anfang wird der „Stopselzieher“, eine natürliche Auswaschungshöhle, durchstiegen. Danach geht es zum Südwestgrat hinauf und über ihn zum höchsten Punkt.

Steinschlaggefahr im „Stopselzieher“ durch Vorausgehende

In der Gipfelwand lange Altschnee

Anstieg mit wenig Sonneneinstrahlung

Route D: Höllental

Der Anstieg über das Höllental ist mit neun Kilometern und 2200 Höhenmetern der beliebteste und abwechslungsreichste Anstieg auf die Zugspitze. In Hammersbach (758 m) beginnt der Anstieg. Der Weg durch die Höllentalklamm ( alpenverein-gapa.de ) ist spektakulär. Auf dem Stangensteig kann die Klamm auch umgangen werden.

Nach der Klamm trifft man auf die Höllentalangerhütte (1381 m), danach geht es über den Höllentalanger bis zum ersten Steilaufschwung an der „Leiter“. Oberhalb davon quert man das „Brett“ mit Stahlstiften in einer Felswand. Über den „Grünen Buckel“ erreicht man den Höllentalferner. Über den Sommer 2022 sind die Bedingungen am Gletscher aufgrund der warmen Temperaturen und der weiteren Ausaperung schwieriger geworden (viele steile Blankeis-Stellen sowie offene Gletscherspalten, die überquert werden müssen). Daher sollte eine komplette Gletscherausrüstung mitgeführt werden: Steigeisen, Eispickel, Seil und Rettungsmaterial (Eisschrauben, …). Schwierigkeiten kann die Randkluft bereiten, da sich das Eis durch Abschmelzung immer weiter vom Fels entfernt. Nach ihr führt ein mittelschwerer Klettersteig auf den Gipfel. Aktuelle Infos zur Route durch das Höllental gibt es auf der Seite des DAV München & Oberland .

Klettersteigset, Gurt und Helm sowie Gletscherausrüstung

Auf dem Gletscher Steigeisen anziehen

Abseits der Trasse am Gletscher Spaltensturzgefahr

Vorsicht vor Staus an der Randkluft! Frühzeitig aufbrechen

Route E: Jubiläumsgrat

Eine der bekanntesten und längsten Gratrouten der Ostalpen ist der Jubiläumsgrat . Die Route endet an der Grießkarscharte (2463 m). Von dort steigt man entweder über das Matheisenkar ins Höllental ab oder geht weiter zur Alpspitze (2628 m) und steigt über die Nordwandferrata zur Bergstation der Alpspitzbahn am Osterfelderkopf (2050 m) ab.

Die Tour ist kein Klettersteig, es müssen viele unversicherte Passagen im II. bis III. Schwierigkeitsgrad bewältigt werden.

Empfehlenswert ist der Start von der Zugspitze nach einer Nacht im Münchner Haus oder Auffahrt mit der ersten Seilbahn.

Die konditionellen Anforderungen sind aufgrund der Länge des Grates sehr hoch.

In der Mitte des Jubiläumsgrates, zwischen Mittlerer und Äußerer Höllentalspitze, befindet sich das Jubiläumsgrathütterl, eine unbewirtschaftete, rote Biwakschachtel, die nur in Notfällen zur Übernachtung benutzt werden darf.

Die Tour kann vorzeitig über den Brunntalgrat-Steig abgebrochen werden. Dieser führt nach der Inneren Höllentalspitze südwärts zur Knorrhütte (2052m) hinab. Er ist leicht zu verfehlen und anspruchsvoll (I - II).

Im Sommer oft hohes Gewitterrisiko.

Kein Wasser zwischen Zugspitze und Alpspitze.

So geht's über den Jubiläumsgrat:

Ein grat zum jubeln, klassiker: jubiläumsgrat.

Der Jubiläumsgrat zwischen Zugspitze und Alpspitze wird oft begangen - doch viele überschätzen sich. Infos zu den Anforderungen und Schlüsselstellen.

Tourenplanung

Eure Zugspitz-Tour ist gut geplant, wenn ihr diese Fragen mit „Ja“ beantworten könnt:

Der Routenverlauf ist mir klar und ich habe ihn mir eingeprägt.

Ich kenne die Schlüsselstellen und habe eine gute Taktik für diese.

Ich habe Alternativen, falls meine Vorstellung nicht der Realität entspricht.

Die aktuellen Verhältnisse und das Wetter erlauben diese Tour.

Die Gruppenhierarchie ist klar geregelt. Alle Gruppenmitglieder sind informiert, gesund und fit.

Ich habe Zeit für mehrere Pausen einkalkuliert.

Meine Rückkehr wird rechtzeitig sein, so dass Reservezeit vor Einbruch der Dunkelheit bleibt. Die Fahrzeiten der Seilbahnen sind mir bekannt.

Ich habe die passende Ausrüstung mit.

Ich habe Angehörige oder Hüttenwirtsleute informiert. (Sollten sich eure Pläne während der Tour ändern, müsst ihr sicherstel­len, dass die betreffende Person davon erfährt und keine unnötige Suchaktion auslöst.)

Flyer: Die Zugspitze - Sicher auf den höchsten Bergs Deutschlands

Die wichtigsten Informationen zu den Aufstiegen, Tipps zu Tourenplanung und Risikomanagement und zu Hütten, Sektionen, Bergführer*innen und Bergrettung sind im Flyer "Sicher auf die Zugspitze" zusammengefasst. Hinweis: Der Flyer ersetzt nicht die Mitnahme von Karte, Führer und weiterem Material.

Der Flyer kann gegen Einsendung eines frankierten und adressierten Rückumschlags im Format DIN 5 lang beim DAV (Deutscher Alpenverein, Anni-Albers-Straße 7, D-80807 München) bestellt werden.

Alpenvereinswetterbericht

alpenverein.de/DAV-Services/Bergwetter

Tel.: 0049/(0)89/29 50 70, tägliche Aktualisierung gegen 16.00 Uhr

Verhältnisse:  alpenvereinaktiv.com

Seilbahnen:  zugspitze.de  und  zugspitze.at

DAV AV-Karte BY 8 Wettersteingebirge, Zugspitze, 1:25.000

DAV Alpenvereinskarte Blatt 4/2 Wetterstein- und Mieminger Gebirge Mitte, 1 : 25 000

DAV Alpenvereinskarte 4/3 Wetterstein- und Mieminger Gebirge Ost 1 : 25 00

Wettersteingebirge, Stefan Beulke, Rother Verlag, 1996

Bayerns Berge, Georg Hohenester/Stefan Winter, Rother Verlag, 2009

Themen dieses Artikels

• Alle Touren
• Hüttentrekking
• Tourenempfehlungen
• Rother Alpenvereinsführer
• Tourenplaner
• Gemeinsame Touren
• Aktuelle Bedingungen
• Hinweise und Sperrungen
• Lawinenlage
• Mit Kindern auf Hütten
• Mit Öffis zum Berg
• Service für Mitglieder und Sektionen
• Das Abo-Modell auf alpenvereinaktiv.com
• Monats- und Jahresgutscheine
• Hilfe-Seite
• Video Tutorials

Die Zugspitztour - Eine wunderschöne Drei-Tages-Tour auf den höchsten Gipfel Deutschlands - ohne Klettersteig und Co.

Wie kann ich diese Tour buchen

Viele verbinden mit dem Aufstieg auf die Zugspitze die Begriffe Gletscher, Klettersteig, Unmöglich.

Dabei gibt es eine vergleichsweise einfache, aber dennoch landschaftlich wie alpinistisch sehr reizvolle Variante, den höchsten Gipfel Deutschlands zu Fuß zu erklimmen.

Die hier von mir vorgestellte "Zugspitztour" ist ein Tourentipp für all jene, die den höchsten Gipfel Deutschlands über seine "homöopathische Seite"  erleben wollen - eben ohne Klettersteige oder Gletscherquerungen.

Mit "Bergauf-Bergab" unterwegs auf dieser Tour: hier geht es  zur Mediathek des Bayerischen Rundfunks .

Autorentipp

Speziell während der Wochenenden in den bayrischen Sommerferien sind die Hütten rings um die Zugspitze sehr stark frequentiert. Wenn möglich planen sie ihre Tour unter der Woche - da ist es deutlich ruhiger und der Genussfaktor damit noch höher.

Einkehrmöglichkeiten

Sicherheitshinweise.

Speziell der Gipfelhang mit seinen Seilversicherungen erfordert am zweiten Tag die volle Aufmerksamkeit. Damit sie die Tour in all ihren Facetten genießen können, ist in ersten Linie eine solide Kondition erforderlich. Machen sie also ein paar kleinere (oder größere)  Bergtouren im Frühsommer, bevor sich sich an diese Königsetappe wagen.

Bis Mitte/Ende Juni kann noch viel Schnee im Gipfelhang liegen, der einen Aufstieg erschweren oder sogar unmöglich machen kann,. Informeren sie sich vorab bei den Hüttenwirten oder auf der Homepage von Reintalanger- oder Knorrhütte über die aktuellen Verhältnisse.

Wer am zweiten Tag mit der Bergbahn ins Tal abfahren möchte, bitte beachten: Die letzte Bergbahn fährt am Zugspitzgipfel bereits um 16:45 Uhr ins Tal. Wer die verpasst, muss oben bleiben! Bitte die Tour entsprechend planen bzw. einteilen.

Weitere Infos und Links

Informationen rund um die Zugspitztour sowie die aktuellen verhältnisse finden sie auch auf

www.zugspitztour.de sowie auf den Seiten www.reintalangerhuette.de und www.knorrhuette.de

Viel Vergnügen!

Wegbeschreibung

Durch die Partnachklamm und über das Reintal führt uns der Weg am ersten Tag auf die Reintalangerhütte, unser Quartier für die erste Nacht. Am zweiten Tag steigen wir über die Knorrhütte zunächst auf nach Sonnalpin, bevor wir uns den Gipfelhang mit seinen seilversicherten Passagen "zur Brust nehmen". Trunken ob der phantastischen Aussicht und gut gestärkt von einer Brotzeit am Münchner Haus steigen wir wieder ab zur Knorrhütte und beziehen dort unser wohlverdientes Quartier für die zweite Nacht - hier wird einfach mehr Platz und Komfort geboten als am Gipfel.

Am dritten Tag geht es über das "Gatterl" hinüber nach Tirol und dann stetig abwärts hinunter nach Ehrwald. Bus und Bahn bringen und wieder an jeden beliebigen Ausgangsort zurück und lassen uns  die Tour in tiefen Träumen Revue passieren.

Öffentliche Verkehrsmittel

mit Bahn und Bus erreichbar

Von München aus fährt stündlich ein Zug zum Garmischer Bahnhof. Besonders günstig für Anreisende aus dem S-Bahn-Netz München ist hier das Regio-Ticket-Werdenfels, da hier bereits der Fahrpreis für die S-Bahnnen zum Hauptbahnhof München enthalten ist.

Ansonsten dass bewährte Bayern-Ticket wählen - der Werdenfelsexpress bringt euch in 82 Minuten nach GAP.

Vom Bahnhof GAP den Orstbus 1 oder 2 Richtung "Klinikum" nehmen und an der Haltestelle "Skistadion" aussteigen.

Koordinaten

Buchempfehlungen des autors.

• Rother Gebietsführer "Wetterstein mit Mieminger Kette" • "Die 'Münchner' Berghütten"; Eigenverlag Sektionen München und Oberland • Kostenloses Faltblatt "Bergerlebnis Wetterstein", zum download unter davplus.de • Kostenloses Faltblatt "Zugspitztour"; zum download unter davplus.de/zugspitztour • Kostenloses Faltblatt "Sicher auf den höchsten Berg Deutschlands"; zum download unter davplus.de

Kartenempfehlungen des Autors

Alpenvereinskarte BY 8 "Wettersteingebirge, Zugspitze",

Buchtipps für die Region

Kartentipps für die region.

Die "Zugspitztour" führt uns auf eine Höhenlage von knapp 3.000 Meter - dementsprechend ist auf eine geeignete Ausrüstung zu achten (Wärme- und Nässeschutz; gutes, festes Schuhwerk) und die Wetterentwicklung gut im Auge zu behalten.

Eine Klettersteigausrüstung oder dergleichen ist für diese Tour nicht erforderlich.

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Fragen & Antworten

Bewertungen

Fotos von anderen

Wetter am startpunkt der tour.

• Bilder einblenden Bilder ausblenden

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Von der Knorrhütte über das Gatterl nach Ehrwald - eine landschaftlich wunderschöne und vielseitige Variante für den Abstieg von der Zugspitze.

• Routenplaner

Zugspitze | All Routes

Auf der karte, zugspitze 1. ehrwald to peak via gatterl, zugspitze 2. garmisch-partenkirchen to peak via reintal valley, entdecke orte, die du lieben wirst.

Hol dir jetzt komoot und erhalte Empfehlungen für die besten Singletrails, Gipfel & viele andere spannende Orte.

Zugspitze 3A. Ehrwald to Peak via Stopselzieher

Zugspitze 3b. eibsee to peak via stopselzieher, zugspitze 4. hammersbach to peak via höllental, zugspitze 5a. osterfelderkopf to peak via jubiläumsgrat, zugspitze 5b. höllentalangerhütte to peak via jubiläumsgrat, zugspitze 6. eibsee to peak via eisenzeit.

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Zugspitze 7. Wettersteingrat Complete

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HIGH ABOVE THE CLOUDS

The zugspitze near garmisch-partenkirchen, adventures at the highest point of germany.

At the highest point in Germany at almost 3,000 meters. High above the clouds and where freedom seems endless. If you take the Zugspitze cable car or the cog railroad to the Zugspitze, you can expect a breathtaking 360-degree panorama with around 400 peaks all around.

The round trip includes a stay on the Zugspitzplatt and an impressive ride on the glacier cable car. Germany's only glacier ski area is located on the Zugspitzplatt in winter. In summer, you can enjoy the glacier circular trail past the Maria Heimsuchung chapel to the so-called "Windloch" with its breathtaking view into the depths. At the top of the summit, modern gastronomy, changing exhibitions and a view of the via ferrata await. 

Take some time to take a deep breath. Far away from everyday life, your gaze wanders into the distance. Intoxicated by the fresh mountain air, enjoy the moment and realize that you won't forget this moment up here any time soon.

A MOUNTAIN FOR SUMMITEERS

The Zugspitze is a true Eldorado for mountain enthusiasts, adventure-seekers and connoisseurs. German and Austrian mountains join hands here in the Northern Limestone Alps. The impressive glaciers "Südlicher Schneeferner", "Nördlicher Schneeferner" and "Höllentalferner" are in the immediate surrounding area.

According to history books, the Zugspitze was first climbed on August 27, 1820. Lieutenant Josef Naus, his measuring assistant Maier and mountain guide Johann Georg Tauschl ventured to the summit on behalf of the "Königlich Bairischen Topographischen Bureaus". The famous golden summit cross was erected in 1851 on the initiative of priest Christoph Ott and has been enthroned high above the Wetterstein mountains ever since.

Would you have known? Germany's highest mountain got its name from the "trajectories" of the snow avalanches that regularly fell down the steep north faces and from the summit.

INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT THE ZUGSPITZE

• Germany's only glacier ski area
• Germany's highest church, in the immediate surrounding of the glacier at almost 3,000 meters above sea level, consecrated in 1981 by J. Cardinal Ratzinger
• Panoramic views of around 400 peaks in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Italy
• Three cable cars lead to the summit.
• The third cable car opened in 2017. A total of three technical world records were set.

CLIMBING THE ZUGSPITZE

Would you like to climb the highest mountain in Germany? Stand next to the summit cross and feel the incredible feeling of having made it? Rewarded by unforgettable views? No matter whether you are an experienced mountaineer with climbing experience or a solid hiker - many paths lead to the Zugspitze.

Whether it's the easier option through the Reintal valley or the challenging tour via the Höllental valley - find your individual Zugspitze route in the GaPa tour planner . 

By the way: The best time to climb the Zugspitze is from mid-June to mid-September. The risk of avalanches is lowest at this time.

TO THE TOP WITH THE ZUGSPITZBAHN

You don't have to be a hiking enthusiast to reach the Zugspitze. The comfortable journey to lofty heights begins at the Zugspitze station in Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

Who would have thought it: on the ride with the Zugspitze cable car, you pass the world's highest steel construction support at 127 meters and at the same time cover the world's greatest total height difference of 1,945 meters.

You can find all the information about tickets, prices and travel times here.

STAY OVERNIGHT ON GERMANY'S HIGHEST MOUNTAIN

The sky above you, the mountains all around. In the morning, let your gaze wander into the distance. Breathe in the fresh mountain air after spending the night just a few meters from the summit cross. Does that sound like something you really want to experience? Then the Münchner Haus - Germany's highest mountain hut - is the right place for you!

Have you always dreamed of spending the night in an ice hotel? Then you should definitely visit the Igloo Village Zugspitze during the winter season!

SAY "YES" AT AN ALTITUDE OF 2,962 METERS

Vow eternal love and go through life as a couple from now on. A marriage vow requires an unforgettable setting. The Zugspitze is a very special place to say "I will". At an altitude of 3,000 meters, with a breathtaking mountain panorama in the background. Let the staff at the registry office in Garmisch-Patenkirchen advise you - for an unforgettable start to your married life.

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Travel Guide to Zugspitze in Bavaria: How to Visit Germany’s Highest Mountain

The highest point in germany.

Zugspitze looms high over the cosy town of Garmisch-Partenkirchen – and, in fact, over all of Germany.

Being “the highest” perhaps shouldn’t be a big deal – but for some reason, it is. Seeing, visiting or even climbing the highest mountain in Germany just sounds cool .

Even though it’s only 2,962 metres high (which isn’t that high in alpine standards), Zugspitze is awesome.

We whizzed up with the cable car and had a great time at the freezing cold top in October. We also returned on another trip in March where Alex went downhill skiing .

This is our guide to visiting Zugspitze, including what to expect, how to get up there, what to bring and more. Have fun!

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• Budget : Hotel Atlas Sport – One of the cheapest options for ensuite double rooms in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Free parking.
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Cable car opening times, cable car price, how to get to zugspitze with public transport, skiing at zugspitze, when to visit zugspitze, what to bring to zugspitze, minimise your impact.

What to expect at Zugspitze

You can’t miss Zugspitze.

If it isn’t cloudy (which it invariably often is in mountainous regions) Zugspitze is easily spotted from Garmisch-Partenkirchen and, indeed, even from Munich on clear days.

Visiting Zugspitze is a popular tourist attraction in Bavaria and has been for many years. Who doesn’t want to be able to say they’ve been to the highest point in Germany?

And not only that: the view from up there is incredible .

We also visited nearby Alpspitze , and though the view from there was beautiful in its own right, it doesn’t really compare to Zugspitze.

What makes Zugspitze so special is that you have a clear view in all directions – including towards Austria where the mountainous landscapes continue as far as the eye can see.

Zugspitze is located roughly 10 kilometres southwest of Garmisch-Partenkirchen and 100 kilometres southwest of Munich , the Bavarian capital.

Scroll down to learn how to get to Zugspitze from Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

How to get to Zugspitze

As the equally famous and stunning Lake Eibsee sits right at the base of Zugspitze, “how to get to Zugspitze” basically has the same answer as “how to get to Eibsee”.

(Except if you plan to visit Zugspitze from the Austrian side of the border, of course. We visited from the German side.)

You’re spoiled with options of how to reach Zugspitze.

Here’s a brief overview of how to get to Zugspitze:

• Taking the cable car up (“Seilbahn Zugspitze”) is the easiest way to scale Zugspitze.
• The cable car runs from the parking lot at Lake Eibsee .
• Driving there with your own vehicle is the fastest option. It’s only 15-20 minutes away from Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
• You can also travel by public bus to the cable car. Scroll down to find our description of how to reach Zugspitze with public transport.
• Or why not cycle or hike if you feel fit?
• An alternative way up the mountain is the combination of the cogwheel train called Zugspitzbahn from Garmisch-Partenkirchen (or several other stops) to the platform at 2,600 metres and then a cable car (“Gletscherbahn aerial cablecar”) to the top.

We drove in our own car from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Lake Eibsee, parked and then took the cable car to the top – so that route is what we’re focusing on first in this Zugspitze guide.

Further down, you can read about the parking facilities and prices as well as how to get to Zugspitze from Garmisch-Partenkirchen with public transport.

Riding the cable car from Lake Eibsee to the top of Zugspitze provides an elevation gain of 1,945 metres over a length of 4.5 kilometres.

The Eibsee valley station is located at 998 metres above sea level and the Zugspitze top station sits at 2,943 metres above sea level.

The cable car opened in 2017 and broke three records : The world’s longest unsupported span at 3,213 metres, the highest steelwork pylon for an aerial tramway at 127 metres and the world’s largest height difference at 1,945 metres.

The two cabins can transport up to 580 passengers per hour.

Check out the live webcam view here .

From September to June, the cable car runs from 08:30 to 16:45 .

In July and August, it runs from 08:00 to 17:45 .

The journey time is just 10 minutes with a run at least every 30 minutes .

Check the operating times + when the cable cars are closed for maintenance here .

Visit Zugspitze with a Zugspitze ticket (that includes one ascent, one descent and unlimited rides on the Gletscherbahn cable car on the day of your visit) for 57 EUR per adult (~ 60 USD)* in winter and 68 EUR per adult (~ 72 USD)* in summer.

For an additional 13 EUR (~ 14 USD)*, you can also opt for a 2 Peak pass that includes both a Zugspitze ticket as well as a Garmisch-Classic ticket that can be used for one ascent and one descent in total with the Alpspitzbahn, Hochalmbahn and Kreuzeckbahn cable cars.

* These prices are from March 2023 .

There are different discounts for children and families.

For up to date prices and to buy tickets, visit the Zugspitze website here .

It’s possible to park by the Zugspitze cable car right next to Lake Eibsee.

The parking lot is open from 05:00-22:00 . There’s a height limit of 2,20 metres.

There are possibly options for free parking on the road leading up to the lake and cable car.

Check out the latest prices and parking rules on the official website here .

Zugspitze is easily reached by public transport.

You can take the blue Eibsee bus from Garmisch-Partenkirchen directly to Zugspitze in about 40 minutes.

The last return during summer is at about 20:00. From October to mid-June, the last bus returns to town at 19:10.

From July to September, there’s a bus called the Eibsee-Express-Bus with the trip taking just 20 minutes.

See the bus timetable and prices (in German) here .

You can also get to Zugspitze from Garmisch-Partenkirchen with Zugspitzbahn .

The cogwheel train terminates at the Zugspitze mountain at 2,600 metres (via Grainau and Eibsee) where you can take a cable car called “Gletscherbahn aerial cablecar” to the top.

You can buy tickets at the train station in Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

See the train timetable here .

How cool is it that you can ski down Germany’s highest mountain ?

Zugspitze has a quite well-developed ski area with 20 kilometres of snow-sure runs suitable for all skill levels.

Because of its height, the ski season at Zugspitze is very long – often starting in December and ending in May.

If you’re not into downhill skiing, it’s also possible to hire bob sledges and wooden sledges to go tobogganing down Zugspitze.

You can either reach the ski area by the Seilbahn to the top of Zugspitze and then take the Gletcherbahn down to the ski area or by travelling there directly with the Zugspitzbahn.

For even more downhill skiing options in Garmisch-Partenkirchen (including some really steep ones!), also check out the skiing at Hausberg and Kreuzeck .

Read more about skiing at Zugspitze (including prices) at the official website here or check out the webcams here for a current update on the conditions.

When is the best time to visit Zugspitze?

Well, visiting Zugspitze with the first or last cable car will generally bring the best possible light and fewest crowds.

It will, however, also be the coldest time to visit.

We visited Zugspitze for the first time on an early morning in October and it was freezing cold up there.

Visiting later in winter you have the option of skiing (as described above).

In summer, there are more people than in the shoulder seasons but you’ll probably also have a warmer experience.

No matter the season or time of day, just get up there! Unless the forecasts say it will be cloudy around the top station, it’s beautiful to see the surrounding peaks even if there are clouds lower down.

You can always take a look at the webcams beforehand.

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• Hiking shoes or winter boots .
• Warm clothes . You’re more than 2,000 metres higher up than in Garmisch-Partenkirchen at the top of Zugspitze. That means it’s going to be a helluva lot colder up there.
• Water and snacks is always a good idea.

To minimise your impact during your visit at Zugspitze, follow these guidelines:

• Bring your own drinking water in a refillable bottle.
• Avoid single-use plastics , including straws.
• Dispose of waste properly . While putting your trash in a nearby trashcan is convenient, wrappers and other small items are prone to get taken by the wind.
• Take only photos, leave only footprints . Let everything stay in its natural place.
• Be considerate of other visitors .
• Respect wildlife.

Thanks for reading

Thanks for reading our travel guide to Zugspitze in Germany. We hope it has been useful!

What do you think about Zugspitze? Is it just the highest mountain or does it have any other appeal?

If you’ve been, it would be fantastic to hear your best tips for visiting Zugspitze in the comments.

If you haven’t been to the top yet, please don’t hesitate to ask us what’s on your mind. We’re happy to help you with your planning.

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8 thoughts on “ Travel Guide to Zugspitze in Bavaria: How to Visit Germany’s Highest Mountain ”

Thanks for the article! It is so useful for me! However I got one question, I saw you mentioned that the cable car only operating

“From September to June, the cable car runs from 08:30 to 16:45. In July and August, it runs from 08:00 to 17:45.”

Cable car service is not available in October/November? If that is the case, then how do we get to Zugspitze during Oct/Nov? Thanks in advance.

That’s great to hear! And yes, don’t worry, the cable car runs all year from 08:30 to 16:45 – except for July and August when it runs from 08:00 to 17:45. So visiting in October and November is no problem at all 🙂

Thank you so much for the reply! Very glad to know that, It is very helpful to me!

Hello!! Your post is very informative, thank you very much! I would you like to know how to get from Zugspitz to Alpspitze, and what to do and see in both attractions? Thanks!!

Hi Fernanda, we’re glad you think so!

The easiest way to get between Zugspitze and Alspitze is surely with a car as there is ample parking space at both cable car stations. Buses also run frequently to both, but we’re not 100% sure if a bus goes directly between the two. Connecting in GaPa would definitely be doable, though.

For the best things to do at Alspitze, check out our complete guide to Garmisch-Partenkirchen where we have written about our experience there.

What an detailed article ! Kudos ! Exceptionally well documented.

Thanks a lot Pawan!

Thank you alots. full of helpful information. Planning to go tomorrow and you have saved us alots of time.

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The Zugspitze and Upper Bavaria

An uplifting day on the zugspitze and in the bavarian alps.

We go to the Top of Germany on this tour via a modern cable car up to the top of the Zugspitze mountain. At just shy of 3,00o meters (9,700 ft), the views from the summit are spectacular – one can see all the way to Italy on a fine day. On the visitors platform there are lookout platforms facing every direction. Up top there are a few restaurants, including Germany’s highest Biergarten, a museum, a weather station and you can even cross the border at the top, as part of the Zugspitze is in Austria. We can also visit the bowl, which is a ski area in winter. Although there are three ways to get up & down the mountain, we now almost exclusively use the record-setting new cable car from the Eibsee.

We have several nice options for the rest of the day, including spending time at the Eibsee (Lake Eib), visiting the resort town Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Linderhof Palace, Oberammergau, or even riding an alpine coaster or a short hike through a dramatic gorge.

Garmisch is a fantastic Pure Bavarian village and the host site of one of the four original alpine ski races. It is a lovely stroll down the main car-free street amongst the wonderfully painted buildings. Oberammergau is another lovely town known for the Passion Play and wood carvings. Linderhof Palace is extravagant and secluded, and a true highlight. It is where King Ludwig II spent most of his time. The enchanting gardens are a delight.

If you are nature lovers, we can spend some time at the Eibsee or walk the loggers’ trail through the exciting Partnach Gorge. Another action activity is riding an alpine coaster, which is basically your own private sled on rails (or on a track). This is a great family activity. 

Tour Highlights

• Trip up to the Zugspitze via modern cable car (the historic cog-wheeled train is a slower option)
• Spectacular panoramic views over the top of the Alps.
• “Cross the Border” between Germany and Austria on top of the mountain
• Visit the bowl, get in the snow and maybe even sled a bit
• Background information on the Alps and Bavaria
• Plenty of time for lunch and some shopping

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• Door-to-door transportation to and from your hotel or designated place
• Start time is usually 8:30 or 9:00 and we arrive back in Munich around 6 or 6:30 pm
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• Simple and transparent pricing with no hidden costs

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• The fabulous Linderhof Castle, the home of King Ludwig II of Bavaria
• A stop in the center of the resort town of Garmisch-Partenkirchen
• A visit to Oberammergau, the Passion Play Village
• Extended lovely alpine drive passing villages and mountain lakes

For families and active travelers:

• Walk through the dramatic Partnach Gorge.
• Ride an exciting alpine coaster – we have three options for this!
• Open Air Farmhouse Museum in Glenleiten

The Zugspitze can be part of a multi-day tour, for example:

• Two-day trip Neuschwanstein + The Zugspitze

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• Our listed prices are for up to 6 travelers. We are able to accomodate a 7th person for an extra fee.
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Tour Price:  EUR 890,-

• Additional charge for 7th person:  EUR 60,-
• Zugspitze Adults:  EUR 72,- / 12,-
• (Option) Linderhof Palace  EUR 10,00  (under 18 free)
• (Option) Partnachklamm incl. cable car:  EUR 11,- / 7,-
• (Option) Alpine coaster: EUR 14,50 (long ride, adult), 11,- (6-15)

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This is the perfect chance to explore the tallest mountain in Germany! Following an exciting cable car ride to the peak of Germany, this full day tour commences with an introduction to the engineering, World War II history, glacial melt, and local lore of the peak. Peppered with entertaining anecdotes, this presentation is guaranteed to please the scientist, alpinist, and uninterested teen alike! 

Next, we wander over to Austria for lunch. That was no typo—the Zugspitze spans the border between Austria and Germany, guaranteeing a visit to two countries in one day! After lunch, we head back down to Garmisch-Partenkirchen and make our way to the Olympic Ski Stadium featured in the 1936 Winter Olympics. Finally, we meander into the Partenkirchen, to explore one of Bavaria’s most beautiful streets, Ludwigstrasse.

What’s Included:

• Train and mountain cable car tickets up and down the Zugspitze
• Zugspitze Mountain glacier and history private tour
• Tour of downtown Partenkirchen with stop for free chocolate from our local chocolatier
• Olympic Ski Stadium tour (when available)

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Day trip: Zugspitze

Take a look at the world from above and let yourself be enchanted: a day trip to the Zugspitze - Germany's highest mountain - with spectacular views, tobogganing opportunities and a ride in a historic rack railroad.

Included in the price:

• transfer from Munich to Garmisch-Partenkirchen and back to Munich, duration approx. 8 h
• travel by cable car and rack railway
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• exclusively with us: free city map and 50 % discount on the official city guide
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You can take the bus from Munich Central Station to Garmisch-Partenkirchen . There the cable car takes you from Eibsee to the 2962-metre-high Zugspitze , Germany's highest mountain. From there you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the mountain landscape of the Alps and over 400 peaks. Of course, you can explore the impressive landscape even further on a short hike.  

A professional guide will accompany you and answer all your questions about one of the most spectacular excursion destinations around Munich. The descent with the historic rack railroad rounds off the summit experience at the end. And afterwards, the bus will take you comfortably back to Munich.

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Start: 10 am, every Sunday (12 May – 13 October)

Duration: approx. 8 h

Departure: Karlsplatz 21 / Sonnenstraße in front of department store Galeria Kaufhof

Route: Munich - Garmisch Partenkirchen - Munich

The live-moderation on the bus is done by competent tour guides in German and English.

After successful booking you will receive your tickets automatically by e-mail. Alternatively, tickets can also be bought at the Tourist Information at Marienplatz and at the main train station .

You will receive the free City Map and the 50% discount on the official City Guide "simply Munich" upon presentation of your booking confirmation at the Tourist Information at Marienplatz or at main station (please note the current opening hours).

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Zugspitze: Hike over the Gatterl – the route for beginners

On the Zugspitze lead a total of five paths. The hike over the Gatterl and via the Knorrhütte is long and sweaty, but comparatively easy. The Gatterl tour is conditionally strenuous, but does not necessarily require high-alpine experience. Endurance, sure-footedness, head for heights, good preparation and equipment are, however, also necessary on this hike. Thanks to two mountain railroads, even less experienced hikers can venture the Gatterl tour to the Zugspitze. By the way, here you will find all hiking tours that lead to the Zugspitze.

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Starting the hike at the Ehrwalder Alm

We’re leaving from Munich at dawn. Our destination is Ehrwald in Tyrol . We shorten the hike up to the Zugspize a bit by taking the cable car Ehrwalder Almbahn. We’re planning to bivouac at the peak of the Zugspitze tonight, so we’re not only carrying our supplies for the day but also a sleeping bag, camping mat and thick clothes.

The Ehrwalder Almbahn takes us and our heavy backpacks to 1500 metres within a couple of minutes, covering an elevation gain of 500 metres. From here, the peak of the Zugspitze is only 1462 metres above us.

We take one of the first cars and enjoy the beautiful view of the surrounding mountains. But once we arrive at the Ehrwalder Alm, the hard part begins. With the heavy backpacks on our shoulders, we hit the trail in the direction of the Gatterl. We follow the routeway from the Ehrwalder Alm.

Tour dates Zugspitze

Tour data (only ascent) from valley station ehrwalder almbahn.

15,5 kilometer

8 bis 10 hours

Breathtaking mountain panorama

We have a clear view of the Ehrwalder Sonnenspitze, the Tajakopf and the Drachenkopf . The gravelly road now steepens and we’re gaining height rather quickly. There’s not a single cloud in the sky and the sun is burning. We aren’t the only ones on the trail. Minute by minute, hikers come our way and we keep on passing larger groups on their way to the Zugspitze.

If you’re looking for solitude, the Zugspitze is definitely not the place to be, especially on weekends when the weather is as good as it is today. You could of course start in the middle of the night – the trail will be practically deserted early in the morning.

The trail now leads us past a gently descending mountain slope covered in grass. The mountain pines have long disappeared and we can enjoy the view. After one and a half hours, we reach a small plateau with a little rock pinnacle, where many hikers are already resting. It’s worth climbing the small peak, because the view of Ehrwald and the Gaistal valley is impressive. But we won’t stay for long. After all, we’ve got a long way ahead of us.

The Gatterl

We now descend again for a bit. The trail is clearly visible here and leads us straight to the Gatterl in about an hour. An old squeaking gate marks the frontier between Austria and Germany , but you won’t find any frontier posts. The Gatterl is a popular photo subject and we obviously make a short stop here, too.

In front of us, there’s the Zugspitzplatt – a huge sea of rocks surrounded by massive peaks. The next part of the trail called Plattsteig is a bit rougher than before. Again and again, we have to jump over rocky steps. Some hikers here are seriously struggling with this, but if you’re a regular mountaineer you shouldn’t have too much of a problem.

The Knorr Hut

In the distance, we can already make out our next intermediate stop: the Knorr Hut . It will take us about another hour to reach it from the Gatterl. In the meantime, we enjoy the breathtaking 360-degree view of the Zugspitze and other peaks like the Schneefernerkopf, the Zugspitzeck and the Wetterspitzen.

The Knorr Hut is jam-packed, as we expected. We find ourselves a table in the small beer garden on the sun terrace and order something to drink. The selection up here is pretty limited, but it’s more about getting enough water anyway. The trail up to the Knorr Hut really made us sweat. We refill our water bottles and continue in the direction of the Zugspitze.

On our way to the peak

The trail gets even steeper now ant the slippery gravel doesn’t really make it any better. I can already feel the height, or at least I think I can. The reward for our travails is a breathtaking view over the Zugspitzplatt and the surrounding peaks. Directly in front of us, for example, there’s the Schneefernerkopf , which, with its 2875 metres, is not much smaller than the Zugspitze.

Here on the Zugspitzplatt, there’s even some snow left, but it’s far too little to hinder us from moving forward. It does, however, provide an excellent opportunity for a snowball fight, that especially some younger hikers don’t hesitate to embrace.

The final ascent to the Zugspitze

The trail over the Zugspitzplatt leads us steadily to the top. By now, our legs are burning and our shoulders are tired from the weight of the backpacks. Finally, after about one and a half hours, we reach the station at the bottom of the glacier cable car and the Sonnalpin house.

Now it’s time for the final ascent. The mountaineers resemble a bunch of ants while they struggle to climb the steep scree slope. Passing the Schneefernerhaus , it’s another 400 metres in height that we have to conquer. We watch the others for a while and try to make out the best route through the scree field. We come to the conclusion that the lesser used alternative on the right is the better option.

Ascending through the scree field

We take a final bite of our energy bar, adjust our backpack and set out for the final part of our hike. Even though the trail is steep and the ground is very slippery, we’re able to move forward surprisingly quickly. After only half an hour, we’ve crossed the scree field.

The view from up here of the Zugspitzplatt and the Schneeferner, or rather what’s left of the glacier, is breathtaking. However, we still haven’t reached the peak. Before we can enjoy the traditional snack at the summit, we have to master a via ferrata secured with steel ropes.

Again and again, we have to use our hands but it never gets too difficult. Nonetheless, after such a long hike, we have to be very focused – one false move can cost you dearly.

I’m very tired by now and need a little break every once in a while. After the steep final ascent my legs are burning and I’m breathing heavily. Biggi seems to handle it a bit better, but she’s also glad that we’ve almost made it. One last slope and we should be there. No, directly in front of us, another rock face appears. The peak of the Zugspitze doesn’t seem to come any closer. Time to grit our teeth again and keep on moving.

At the top of the Zugspitze

We’ve finally made it! We’re at the top of Germany’s highest mountain – or rather on the ugly platform that ruins this peak. Transmitter masts, three cable cars, restaurants, terraces, a meteorological station and the Münchner Haus have been built here over the years.

The cable cars start from Germany and Austria and take up to 4000 visitors a day to the peak. It’s not idyllic here, but we knew that beforehand – and right now, we don’t care at all. We take a pass on the small via ferrata to the summit cross, an area way too tiny for the dozens of people there.

Instead, we enter the fray, find ourselves a table in the beer garden and enjoy a cold shandy (which is called Radler, the German word for cyclist) and a piece of apple strudel. However, the prices up here are obviously quite high.

Finally, some quiet on the Zugspitze

We can’t wait for the last car to make its way down to the valley. Then we finally have our peace up here. The Münchner Haus is still quite full, but no one is wearing sandals. Pretty much everyone here has mastered the ascent by their own efforts.

Meanwhile, there are some serious looking thunderclouds forming in the sky. Will this interfere with our plans to bivouac up here? Doesn’t matter, right now all we’re thinking about is a delicious dinner in the Münchner Haus. Dumplings, sauerkraut, and gravy – vegetarian style. It’s one of the best meals we’ve ever had. Maybe that’s due to the exhausting ascent, but we don’t really care right now. We’re still sitting in the restaurant of the Münchner Haus and can already guess by looking out the window that the sunset tonight will be absolutely phenomenal.

I can’t wait to get back outside and set up my camera. All around us, huge clouds are banking up and in the distance, we can already detect thunder and lightning. Let’s hope we’ll be spared! Above us, it doesn’t look too bad – high time to make our way to the peak. The via ferrata isn’t difficult and it takes us just a few minutes to reach the gilded summit cross of the Zugspitze.

Dramatic sunset on the Zugspitze

The sunset is just as breathtaking as we had expected. The sun peaks through the thick clouds again and again and turns the landscape into a sea of colours. Everybody’s overwhelmed and stunned by this rare spectacle of nature. But enough talking, just see for yourselves…

Bivouac on the Zugspitze

The Munich house is packed and there are also only emergency camps for six euros. But we want to bivouac outdoors anyway. Looking at the sky, we feel a bit queasy, but we set up our modest camp in a place somewhat protected from the wind. We are lucky – it drizzles only a little during the night, but we are spared a thunderstorm. Yes, we even have a great view of the starry sky at night – an unforgettable experience.

Sunrise by the summit cross

Long before the sun rises, we’re standing below the summit cross with a couple of other mountaineers. The start to this day is just as overwhelming as the end to the one before. Below us, clouds roll by while the sky is already illuminated in the most beautiful colours. But as the sun rises on the horizon, the landscape basically explodes. We’re standing at the top of the mountain and look towards the Jubiläumsgrat – behind it, the rising sun. An experience we will never forget.

Descending from the Zugspitze

After witnessing this unique spectacle of nature, we treat ourselves to a hearty breakfast in the Münchner Haus. Farmhouse bread with butter and cheese – everything the heart desires. And before all the crowds arrive, we start our descent.

Instead of crossing the steep scree field about 400 metres down to the Zugspitzplatt on foot, we take the glacier cable car. The descent would have been no fun and we most certainly wouldn’t have enjoyed the hike. For seven euros, the cable car takes us down in two minutes. At such an early hour, there’s barely anyone here – a stark contrast to the day before.

We make our way back in the direction of the Knorr Hut and enjoy the beautiful 360-dregree view. The trail is pretty steep and the gravel is a bit unpleasant, but it shouldn’t be too difficult for anyone. At the Knorr Hut, that’s already quite full again, we just fill up our water bottles before continuing our hike. In this direction, the route provides another scenic highlight.

Delicious apple strudel

Four hours later, we’ve arrived at the Ehrwalder Alm. We find ourselves a table in the sun-flooded beer garden with a view of the Ehrwalder Sonnenspitze, the Tajakopf and the Drachenkopf and treat ourselves to a delicious piece of apple strudel. In contrast to the restaurants on the Zugspitze, the size of the portions here is gigantic, while the prices are small and the taste is amazing.

If you don’t feel like hiking, you can just come to the Ehrwalder Alm for pure enjoyment. Unlike on our way up the mountain, we now descend to the parking site. After another four and a half hours, we’re back at the starting point of our Zugspitze tour.

What you should know about the Gatterl hike up to the Zugspitze

The Gatterl tour up to the Zugspitze is a real highlight in terms of scenery and technically not that difficult. Just at the Gatterl – the border crossing point between Austria and Germany, there’s a small part where you have to climb. If you don’t think you’re capable of mastering the final ascent through the steep scree field and the via ferrata to the peak of the Zugspitze, you can use the glacier cable car that covers an elevation gain of about 400 metres.

However, surefootedness and proper planning – that does include an obligatory (!) weather check – are prerequisites for this tour. You’ll be in the alpine mountains, so weather changes and drops in temperature can happen quickly and become pretty dangerous in such heights.

With regard to stamina, don’t underestimate the hike up to the Zugspitze. If you use the Ehrwalder Almbahn to the Ehrwalder Alm like we did, you still have to cover 13 kilometres and 1,570 metres in height. If you want to save the money for the Ehrwalder Almbahn, you have to leave very early and cover the 15.5 kilometres and 1,960 metres in height yourselves. For the way back, you might want to use the glacier cable car to the Zugspitzplatt. It costs only seven euros and saves you a pretty unpleasant and dangerous descent.

If you want to spend the night on the Zugspitze, you can do so at the Münchner Haus ( here’s the website ). On weeknights, you can reserve a bed, but that’s not possible on the weekend. There’s always a spot, though, but you might have to come to terms with sleeping on the floor. You can also bivouac on the Zugspitze, just ask the innkeeper at the Münchner Haus, where a good spot is. You should leave the bivouac spot as you found it, because otherwise they might stop people from bivouacking on the Zugspitze in the future.

The five most famous hikes up to the Zugspitze

One of the easiest and most popular hikes up to the Zugspitze is the tour via the Gatterl that we’ve described in this article. If you’re looking for a more relaxed or family-friendly hike, you can use the hiking ticket “Gatterl”. It includes the three cable car rides with the Ehrwalder Almbahn, the glacier cable car (Gletscherbahn) and the Tiroler Zugspitzbahn, as well as the bus ride back to the starting point of the hike.

The ticket can also be used in the opposite direction. Personally, though, we would prefer standing on top of a mountain at the end of the tour rather than the beginning. Plus, the ticket also includes the entry to the interactive museum “Faszination Zugspitze”.

With 21 kilometres, the hike via the Partnach Gorge and the Reintal up to the Zugspitze is the longest tour. Technically, it’s not difficult, but it does require a certain amount of stamina as you have to cover an elevation gain of more than 2200 metres. At the Knorr Hut, hikers on the Reintal tour will meet the hikers on the Gatterl tour.

Stopselzieher

The hike via the Wiener-Neustädter Hut and the via ferrata Stopselzieher is the shortest and fastest way to reach the Zugspitze peak on foot. However, you will have to cross some scree fields and the via ferrata. After about six kilometres and more than 1700 metres in height, you will be on top of the Zugspitze.

The hike through the Höllental (translated: valley of hell) up to the Zugspitze starts in Hammersbach. The beginning through the spectacular Höllental Gorge is pretty relaxed until you reach the Höllental via ferrata with the difficulty level B. In case of good weather, you might have to expect longer waiting times.

Before reaching the Zugspitze peak, you’ll also have to cross the Höllentalferner glacier. Crampons are absolutely necessary here! Especially in summer, the glacier’s randkluft can cause some problems. The Höllental hike up to the Zugspitze is just about ten kilometres long, but the elevation gain amounts to over 2200 metres.

Jubiläumsgrat

The Jubiläumsgrat is definitely the most challenging route to the Zugspitze. To reach the Jubiläumsgrat, you will have to climb the peak of the Alpspitze (2628 meters) first. The starting point is the parking site of the Alpspitzbahn in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The cable car will take you up to 2033 metres, from where you will use the Alpspitz-Ferrata to climb the Alpspitze. This is only the start of the Jubiläumsgrat, which takes you to the Zugspitze in eight to ten hours. It’s reserved for experienced alpinists and should not be done unless the weather is absolutely stable.

The Jubiläumsgrat is not a classic via ferrata – there are sections where you can secure yourself, but large parts of the strongly exposed path have to be free-climbed. Many mountaineers also use one of the cable cars to reach the Zugspitze peak and make their way back to the Alpspitze via the Jubiläumsgrat on foot. The Jubiläumsgrat is a good seven kilometres long. If you use this way to reach the Zugspitze, you have to keep in mind that the Jubiläumsgrat alone has an elevation gain of 1200 metres when ascending and 350 metres when descending.

Packing list for the hike up to the Zugspitze

• Hiking backpack with a capacity of 35 to 40 litres
• Sturdy hiking boots with a good grip – no trainers or low shoes, please
• Hiking sticks
• Windbreaker
• Warm jacket
• Fleece jumper
• Windproof hiking trousers – no jeans, please
• Head protection
• Protection against the rain
• Enough cash – in the Münchner Haus, they don’t accept cards
• Enough water and food
• Sunscreen with a very high SPF
• Medication, for example headache pills, contact lens solution etc.
• Headlamp for emergencies
• Hiking map and/or GPS
• Mobile phone/smartphone
• Camera + possibly small travel tripod
• Spare batteries for GPS, headlamp and camera
• Pocketknife
• ID and, if applicable, membership card of the German Alpine Association (DAV)
• Small bin bag – please don’t throw away your rubbish on the trails. If nobody clears it away, plastic waste lies around in nature for hundreds of years
• If you want to sleep at the Münchner Haus, you’ll also need a thin sleeping bag, slippers, pyjamas and a microfibre towel as well as a toothbrush, toothpaste etc.

Florian Westermann

Florian is a travel journalist, photographer and co-founder of the travel blog Phototravellers . "Photography and the mountains are my passion. I've been to North America countless times, but I'm also fascinated by the Nordic countries, Italy and of course our home country Germany." By the way, here you can find my online photography course .

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Gatterl Tour

Route  .

There are 2 routes down to the Sonnalpin, you can either take the Bavarian Glacier cable car or you can climb down via the schneefernerhaus. The tour continues over the Zugspitz plateau to the Knorr Hut, then via the Plattensteig to the gatterl. From there you hike over the feldernjöchl to the brandjoch, past the Hochfeldernalm and the Pestkspelle and down to the mountain station of the Ehrwalder Alm cable car. From there you can take the Ehrwalder Alm cable car back down the valley if you wish as the tour to that point takes approx. 5 hours.

The tour can also be undertaken in reverse, starting in the Ehrwalder Alm and finishing at the Tiroler Zugspitz cable car.

Hiking-Ticket "Gatterl"

Which includes the following:

• 1x Ride up with the Tiroler Zugspitzbahn
• 1x Entry to the „Faszination Zugspitze“ interactive museum
• 1x Ride down to the Glacier with the Bavarian Glacier cable car
• Independant hike across the „Gatterl“ to the mountain station of the Ehrwalder Alm cable car (approx. 5 hours)
• 1x Ride back to Ehrwald with the Ehrwalder Alm cable car
• 1x Bus ride back to the valley station of the Tiroler Zugspitzbahn. Timetable can be found  here !
• 1x Entry to the " BAHN ORAMA anno 1926" at the valley station

Please note the operating times of the individual cable cars!

This is a high mountain terrain tour and is recommended only for experienced climbers. You must be sure footed, have a good head for heights and be physically fit, good climbing equipment is also essential.

Difficulty gradings and walking times are for guidance only. For details of all these tours please check relevant maps and mountain guides. 

Important notice

Hiking ticket "Gatterl"

Guests who would like to take part in a guided hiking tour please contact the local mountain sports schools and mountain guides  in Ehrwald, Lermoos & Biberwier

Tiroler Zugspitzbahn

6632 Ehrwald, Österreich

[email protected]

+43 5673 2309

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Complete overview of winter rates

You can find all tariffs, discounts and the prices of the cogwheel train in the valley section in the overview. You can download it here as a PDF document.

Pedestrian tickets

• The Ticket Zugspitze includes one ascent and one descent. The ticket can also be used for the Zugspitze Round Trip with the cogwheel train, the Gletscherbahn cable car and the Cable car Zugspitze.
• The 2 peak pass includes a Ticket Zugspitze and a Garmisch-Classic ticket. The day of purchase is the first day of validity. The second day can be chosen freely in the current winter season.
• The Gletscherbahn cable car can be used several times on the day of the visit.
• Family tariffs are valid for children from 6 to 18 years accompanied by at least one parent.
• One ascent and descent with the Cable car Zugspitze and/or the cogwheel train is included in the ski passes for Zugspitze.
• *) Twin-Ticket: valid for two days during the winter season in the Garmisch-Classic or Zugspitze area. The Twin-Ticket is available online at a reduced price until the day before the day of the visit (discount not available from December 24th, 2023 to January 7th, 2024 and from February 10th, 2024 to 18th, 2024).
• **) Valid in the ski areas Zugspitze and Garmisch-Classic, half a day on the day of purchase from 12:00 p.m., remaining days freely selectable within the winter season.
• °) For students and trainees – proof required.

Top Snow Card

With the Top Snow Card, winter sports enthusiasts have the opportunity to choose which ski area they want to visit, depending on the weather situation, snow conditions and their mood. A total of 89 lifts and numerous downhill runs are available on 215 kilometres of slopes.

The following areas and lifts are included in the ticket:

Zugspitze ski area ,  Garmisch-Classic ski area , Eckbauerbahn cable car, Ehrwalder Almbahn cable car, Tyrolean Zugspitze cable car, Ehrwalder Wettersteinbahnen mountain railways, Langes Lermoos and Biberwier mountain railways, Berwang/Bichlbach mountain railways, Karlift Heiterwang, Mittenwald region

• All days are consecutive, with the exception of "4 out of 6 days" and "5 out of 10 days".

Prices summer 2024

Zugspitze tickets in summer.

• The 2 peak pass includes a Ticket Zugspitze and a Garmisch-Classic ticket or  a Ticket Zugspitze and a Wank ticket. The day of purchase is the first day of validity. The second day can be chosen freely in the current summer season.
• The one-way ascent or descent can be made either with the cogwheel train or the Cable car Zugspitze. One single ride on the Gletscherbahn cable car is included in the ticket.
• Discount for disabled persons with a degree of disability from 60 % and more or „G“. Same discount for registered accompanying persons. Only upon presentation of the disability card

ZugspitzCard and ClassicCard

Guests who stay in the Garmisch-Partenkirchen region for several days can take advantage of numerous attractive offers free of charge or at reduced rates with the ClassicCard and ZugspitzCard.

Important information

Please note:

• Children under 6 travel free when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Children from 6 to 15 years pay the children’s rate, youths from 16 to 18 years pay the youth rate. Family tickets or the “child in the family” rate: valid for families (children aged 6 to 18 accompanied by at least one parent). ID required for reduced rates.
• You are welcome to take your dog with you on our trains. The one-off charge for the ascent and descent is 6 euros.
• No free transport for people with disabilities in accordance with § 228 SGB IX on the Grainau – Zugspitze cogwheel train line and with the cable cars, chairlifts and surface lifts of Bayerische Zugspitzbahn Bergbahn AG.
• No transport of bicycles.
• The tickets cannot be transferred.
• We would like to point out that when a mountain railway ticket is used, personal data (especially on the readers) is processed for control purposes and to prevent misuse of the ticket. The data will be deleted in accordance with the legal requirements. For more information on the processing of your personal data, please visit https://zugspitze.de/privacy-policy and have a look at the relevant notices on site.

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