Garmisch-Partenkirchen District Travel Guide

Bavaria

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Popular cities in Garmisch-Partenkirchen District

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Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Known for Mountains, Walking and Shopping
In this resort village, experience the best of the Bavarian Alps, from world-class skiing on shimmering glaciers to scenic hiking routes, heritage trails and dense woods.

Reasons to visit

  • Garmisch-Partenkirchen Ski Resort
  • Partnach Gorge
  • Bavarian Alps
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Grainau
Known for Mountains, Hiking and Skiing
Escape to quaint Grainau! Enjoy its skiing, mountain views and hiking.

Reasons to visit

  • Eibsee
  • Zugspitze
  • Zugspitze Summit Cross
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Mittenwald
Known for Mountains, Swimming and Family-friendly
Come to quaint Mittenwald and enjoy its mountain views, skiing and history.

Reasons to visit

  • Karwendel Cable Car
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Murnau am Staffelsee
Known for Relaxing, Spas and Boating
Experience relaxing Murnau am Staffelsee: its boating, spas, parks and more!
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Oberammergau
Known for Castle, Beer and Churches
Trip time! Discover the castle, cafes and cathedral in quaint Oberammergau.
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Kruen
Venture to Mittenwald Old Town and Karwendel Cable Car—just two of the sights around Kruen.
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Eibsee

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Explore the great outdoors at Eibsee and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Grainau. Make time for the spas and ski slopes in this walkable area.
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