Around the Zugspitze with Charm

Begin your alpine adventure by settling into your comfortable accommodation at Staudacherhof (or similar) in the charming Bavarian town of Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Take the afternoon to unwind, explore the local surroundings, and prepare for the exciting days ahead. Dinner is at your leisure, and your stay includes a delicious breakfast to start your journey right.

Embark on a scenic hike through the dramatic Partnachklamm Gorge, where rushing mountain waters carve their way through ancient rock. Your journey continues across rolling hills and lush alpine meadows, leading you to the peaceful villages of Klais or Mittenwald. After a rewarding day on the trails, relax at the Post Hotel Mittenwald (or similar) and enjoy a hearty breakfast to fuel your adventure.

Marvel at the engineering of footbridges carved high above the water as you traverse the gorge, then enjoy a gentle walk along the Leutascher Ache. Pass through quaint villages and vibrant flower meadows, all framed by the majestic Wetterstein mountains, before arriving in the tranquil Leutasch valley. Your night is spent at the Biohotel Leutascher Hof (or similar), with breakfast included.

Enjoy a restful day in the Leutasch valley, with the option to hike to the picturesque lakes around Seefeld or ascend one of Seefeld’s impressive peaks, either by foot or via cable car. After your explorations, a comfortable bus ride returns you to Leutasch. Spend another night at the Biohotel Leutascher Hof (or similar), with breakfast to start your day.

A short bus ride brings you to the idyllic Gaistal, where alpine pastures are dotted with grazing cattle and Haflinger horses. Follow the scenic Ganghofer Weg trail through lush meadows and ascend to the Ehrwalder Alm, once a favorite retreat of the renowned Bavarian writer Ludwig Ganghofer. Descend by cable car and continue to Ehrwald, where you’ll stay at Hotel Sonnenspitze (or similar) with breakfast included.

Ascend through the foothills of the Zugspitze, Germany’s highest peak, and savor breathtaking views over the sparkling Eibsee. The journey concludes with a scenic ride on the Zugspitzbahn back to Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Rest for the night at Staudacherhof (or similar), with a nourishing breakfast to complete your alpine circuit.

Enjoy a final breakfast in Garmisch-Partenkirchen before bidding farewell to the Alps, taking with you memories of stunning landscapes and invigorating hikes.