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Walking Tour of Garmisch-Partenkirchen

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The merged city of Garmisch-Partenkirchen sits at the heart of the historical European trade route of the Middle Ages, resulting in an unbelievably unique and blended history. In more modern times, the influence of the Nazi party and the atmosphere of the American occupation in the late ‘40s has radically impacted the attitude and culture of this valley paradise. 

This tour provides fantastic insight into the history, art, architecture, dining, and people of this sublime Alpine city. I love Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Please let me show you why.

What’s Included:

A driving/walking tour of the village, featuring:

• 3 mile light walking tour in downtown Partenkirchen and Garmisch with intermittent stops (stroller friendly and wheelchair accessible)
• Exploration of the Olympic Ski Stadium using our Mercedes V-Class or public transportation
• Local transit costs included when used
• Stop at a Bavarian restaurant for lunch and history
• Opportunity to ride the local summer bobsled track when open

10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

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€119 per adult / €49 per child (age 6-16)

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Die zugspitze – der höchste berg deutschlands, wanderungen im tal – eibsee und eckbauer.

This circular tour takes us along the Kramerplateauweg and the Kramersteig to the summit of the Kramerspitz (1985 m). There we can enjoy a ...

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Garmisch-Partenkirchen Walking Tour

• Fully Vaccinated Tour Guide
• Private tour
• Alcoholic Beverages
• Our "Coronavirus Safety Standard of Travel" on all vehicles and guides
• Food and drinks, unless specified
• Option 1 82467 Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany traditionally we meet at the Garmisch-Partenkirchen train station just inside next to the small coffee shop
• Option 2 82467 Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany Your hotel or guesthouse within the city limits of Garmisch-Partenkirchen
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Pushchair accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Near public transportation
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
• Not recommended for travellers with back problems
• No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
• Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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• You’ll have 2 starting options See departure details
• 1 Garmisch-Partenkirchen Stop: 3 hours Pick up at the Garmisch-Partenkirchen train station then off for a leisurely paced walk into the heart of Partenkirchen for a historical tour of Ludwigstrasse and stop at my favorite chocolate shop! We make our way into Garmisch for a tour of the downtown area before heading to the famous Schranne for a beverage and tour of the building • In both villages you will be entertained with the stories and history of the area, the people, the culture, and buildings. Plus, you can expect to meet many of the locals along the way. • Tour ends at the Schranne, back at your hotel, or the train station based on your desire Read more
• You'll return to the starting point

• Pioneer00598238706 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Wonderful Carriage Tour of Garmisch We had a wonderful time on our carriage tour of Garmisch! Jake told us many stories of the rich history of the area on the way to meet the carriage and was great with our young kids. This was a great way to take in all of the sights and my whole family loved it. I would absolutely book another tour with Jake and All Things Garmisch! Read more Written 25 February 2024
• jennamoonphx 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Enchanting and Exciting. Krampus and Christmas Markets I’d love to convey how absolutely amazing the Krampus tour is, but this tour is something one must experience first hand. There is no way to describe the feeling you get when you hear the bells clank knowing Krampus is near. I can’t adequately describe the bit of fear followed by the rush you get when Krampus comes near you, looks at you and maybe smacks you with a branch. It is exciting and invigorating! You walk away feeling like the travelers you just met are your teammates and partners in battle regaling tales of narrowly escaping Krampus, or of being scared to get flogged as Krampus approaches but instead being marked with coal on the face. As a solo female traveler in her 40s, I can attest to the excellent tour content, the safety, the positive group dynamic, and the sound logistics and communication of Jake, Drew and All Things Garmisch. I saw Jake and Drew oversee care for a fellow traveler who needed an emergency room and then a specialist appointment. They handled the situation appropriately and without incident. As a former clinical liaison, I was glad to see it. Our group was the Krampus Tour and we mingled with the Christmas Market tour also. The ages of people on our Krampus Tour spanned 30s to 70s, and it seemed most of us were 40s and 50s, and I’d say there’s something for everyone. Some people kept to their family or group while many of us became friends and spent time eating street food, shopping together and occasionally shutting down bars. This trip is perfect for most people whether seasoned travelers, solo travelers, female travelers, and couples or friend groups old and young. I would advise you to have adequate mobility as there are stairs to climb and hills to walk. This is not appropriate for the mobility impaired, but that is the only restriction I’d advise. Read more Written 8 December 2023
• mari0eb 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great time. The VIP tour was a little pricey, but well worth the experience. Angus the tour guide was an excellent host. Great time, great people. Read more Written 25 October 2023
• tyler034987103498712 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Jake & company are great Jake and his wonderful team, Monya, Drew were tons of fun, very well organized, and very adaptable. They were sure to budget for unexpected delays, like a few stragglers getting out of bed a few mins late, or traffic delays, etc. He would pick up on our individual interests and think hard about how to cater to them to make our trip really special and meaningful. Jake was extremely knowledgeable and was able to answer just about any question we could think of, as well as provide interesting historical and cultural insights. Read more Written 12 October 2023
• gjrakkar 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles An Amazing Trip! 5 Stars, 10 out of 10, 100%!!! Whatever metric you use, this trip gets the highest score. I went on the Oktoberfest trip with a group of 11 others and we all agreed that it was one of the best trips of our lives! The airport pickups were thoughtful and staying in Garmisch was an excellent idea. Jake planned several activities for our group and they were all really fun. Highlights include - 3 days at Oktoberfest with table reservations (spread out over the 10 days), two castle tours, hot air balloon ride, cable car rides up the German alps, visits to breweries, a really fun apple strudel class followed by a 6 course dinner with beer pairing, and a Mozart concert in Salzburg in a building constructed in the 600s. The accommodations were perfect, and once we landed we didn't have to worry about a thing. If you are looking for a fun way to enjoy Oktoberfest without the hassle of planning a trip thru a foreign country, this is it. It was absolutely worth it. Prost! Read more Written 12 October 2023
• B892GFmichaelb 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Best day at Neuschwanstein castle Jake was an incredible guide. Him being an obvious history buff my wife and I learned so much about Austrian and Bavaria royal families and the decisions they made to hold their countries together. Jake also provided deeper insights into what King Ludwig was like and what helped to shape the decisions he made. I could not imagine going to Neuschwanstein Castle without a guide like Jake and so glad we made the investment. Read more Written 11 October 2023
• lindsaywN7402OY 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Ultimate Bavarian Experience My husband and I booked a 10 day "Bavarian Beer Vacation" trip with Jake. Included were tours of Garmish-Partenkirchen, Neuschwanstein, breweries, Zugspitze, Herrenchimsee Palace, Oberammagau, Munich, Saltzburg, and Sound of Music. In addition, we took a hot air balloon ride, took an apple strudel making class, went to a Mozart Concert, and attended Oktoberfest twice with table reservations in the tents. Jake is incredibly knowledgeable and his love for the content he shares is evident in his storytelling. My husband and I were put with a small group of 11 other people making the tour feel friendly and intimate. On our trip we ate delicious Bavarian food, drank many beers, learned a ton of history, and marveled in the beauty of Germany and Austria. We had THE best time and were sad to be leaving at the end of our trip. Read more Written 27 September 2023
• Delbert_12 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Hassle free Castle visit David was a great guide and gave us lots of information about the fascinating castle and the beautiful region- he was easy going and fun. The tour gives a nice day long overview of the area and the castle and church were highlights - we recommend this tour as a great way to see the castle with a minimum of hassle and then a leisurely tour of the gorgeous area . Read more Written 1 September 2023
• lilianah553 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Amazing The views were awesome. We took a lot of pictures. Jake is an excellent guide, well documented but also creative and enthusiast. Read more Written 23 August 2023
• TeamTannerTx 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Picturesque Beautiful little tourist town in picturesque setting. Tour through castle is limited and almost feels like a movie set. But so worth the drive and scenery in particular. Read more Written 3 August 2023
• DGW8660MS 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Amazing Private Tour Experience! Jake personalized a private tour into Lago Di Garda (Italy) area, with stops in Innsbruck (Austria), Bolzano, Verona and Sirmione. Our adventure included an overnight stay at Hotel Ansitz Rungghof (Bolzano), surrounded by vineyards and amazing views. A private cooking class w/ a renowned Chef overlooking breathe taking views of Lago Di Garda. Cultural, food and wine tasting city tours of Bolzano and Verona. Several night stay (at Piccola Vela Hotel) in Desenzano del Garda. Our garden room was steps away from their pool and well-manicured garden. Our last night, we attended a superb dining experience at Osteria La Frasca, highly recommend for its meals and attentive staff. We closed the tour in scenic Sirmione. Jake was attentive and we seriously underpaid for this adventure. Read more Written 14 July 2023
• Connie S 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Zugspitze, a must do Jim was fantastic, you couldn't have asked for a better tour guide. He has an incredible knowledge of the area's history and general knowledge. He was very accommodating and if we had any things that we particularly wanted to see he insured that we saw or did them. He made suggestions of beautiful photos to take and fun photos to do. From the time that the tour company contacted us they were helpful and kept in contact with us, using whatsapp or email for contact with us. We highly recommend this tour to anyone. An excellent tour. Read more Written 21 June 2023
• jaime w 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great intro to German Sauna This was an amazing trip! I’d never been to a sauna before, the guide Jake went over all of details of Sauna, the faculty, proper etiquette, all the different types of faculties offered, what each floor had to offer and so much more! My group wasn’t able to go in the evening and Jake was able to accommodate a day tour for us. There is also a female guide available from the tour company if you want. The faculty has robes and towels, lunch, desserts and an expansive swim up bar back up against the most beautiful lake and maintains. Read more Written 16 June 2023
• afar44 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Jake and all things Garmisch was awesome! Jake was great! Met us at our hotel, and took us to coffee pastry shop, and then to Castle. Jake really knows his history and how to tell a story. He was very informative and is an all-around great guy. We had an amazing lunch afterwards overlooking the castle. Went to a nice Bavarian town and walked around and also to the monastery. Jake makes the trip great, and we really enjoyed our day with him and look forward to doing additional trips with him in the future! Read more Written 10 June 2023
• VanceWiley8615 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Canceled On Us Last Minute Well, might be ok ? They canceled on us at the last minute 3 days before our paid in full RSVP. Made our rsvp 6 months ago, booked & paid for hotel in Garmisch. Never made it to Neuschwanstein Castle. We tried to book with other companies, they where all booked up. So maybe in my next life I can go visit this castle. Read more Written 17 April 2023

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• A Private Day Tour of the Zugspitze mountain from Munich Germany
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Hiking through and around the gorge 

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Discover the variety of the region! A 300-kilometre network of hiking trails and over 450 kilometres of cycle routes are waiting for you. But this is by far not all: On 60 kilometres of slopes and 28 kilometres of cross-country skiing trails, winter sportspeople can really let off steam. Mountain lover, what more do you want?

In addition to our numerous tour proposals, you can plan your completely individual tour ! Here we have listed for you all the currently possible tours through the Partnach Gorge.

Attention: Outside the Partnachklamm opening hours you can reach the Reintal via the Hohe Weg, the Partnachalm and the Bockhütte!

A LIGHT IN THE NIGHT – GUIDED TORCHLIT HIKES

Fascinating how the gorge’s appearance changes when the sun moves across the sky and the light keeps changing almost by the second. During a guided torchlit hike, you can enjoy the spectacle of light and shade up close. That’s an exceptional experience no matter the season – but especially in winter. When the light of the burning torches gets refracted by the giant ice curtains, hikers are engulfed by a truly mystical and enchanting atmosphere. 

INFO ABOUT BOOKING A TORCHLIT HIKE

• Torchlight hike GaPa Tourismus GmbH book here -  GaPa Experience  
• „ Rößner-Hans “, in German language only

Tel.: +49 (0)8821-59345 (AB) or Tourist Information +49 (0)8821-180-700 each wednesday, friday & saturday at 5.30 pm & 7 pm adults: EUR 15,00, child:  EUR 8,00.

Group tours from 8 people are also possible at other times by arrangement.

• Almwirtschaft Hanneslabauer , Tel: +49 8821 531 31 (from 10 people)
• Gaststätte Oympiahaus , Tel: +49 8821 730 96 99 (from 10 people)
• Das Graseck , Tel: + 49 8821 943 240
• Toni Bartl´s Kaiserschmarrn-Alm , Tel: +49 176 240 999 99
• Klammhaus an der Partnach: www.klammhaus-partnach.de every Saturday, 6 p.m. reservation required

Good to know: The guided torchlight walks take place only in winter.