Garmisch is an old town in Germany located on the Loisach River. In 1935 the town was merged with Partenkirchen town and the new settlement was named Garmisch-Partenkirchen – a city that is now known as an administrative center of the Bavaria country. This is also a fairy trade center and a ski resort. Two parts of Garmisch-Partenkirchen are divided by railway and connected through a system of tunnels (for automobiles and pedestrians). Garmisch-Partenkirchen doesn’t formally have a status of the city. The population of this place reached only 26 thousand of people in 2005.
The town is located in a valley surrounded by the Bavarian Alps. Zugspitze Mountain is located nearby the town. By the way, this mountain is the highest spot of Germany. You can easily reach Munich and Austrian Tirol by railway from Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Moreover, there is a road to Munich in mountains.
An example of a national style building is the interior of the comfortable Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten. Its spacious rooms feature high ceilings and beautiful deep blue carpets. The rooms are … Open
However, the main sight of the city is, without a doubt, mountains. Travellers also often visit Zugspitzbahn railway that leads to Zugspitze Mountain, Partnachklamm gorge cleaned by water falling down from a mountain spring and also the town itself. Its architecture is represented by medieval houses decorated with pictures showing stories from the Bible.
The most luxurious resort hotel that deserves the attention of the most demanding travelers is the Reindls Partenkirchener Hof. The hotel is situated just a few minutes’ walk away from … Open
In the city, religious monuments worthy of attention, including the Chapel of St. Sebastian were preserved. It is located near the Lower Market. This chapel was built in 1637. The miniature church with a turret is a very unusual design. Its facade depicts figures of saints, which local artists maintain in perfect shape. In summer, the chapel is surrounded by dense thickets of trees.
Some hotels in the city are known for their special historical atmosphere, for example, the attractive Hotel Almenrausch und Edelweiss. It occupies a beautiful historic building, whose … Open
Garmisch is noted for its abundance of natural attractions. At any time of the year, you can admire the magnificent landscapes here. Ekbauer Mountain, whose height is 1,238 meters, is of great interest. On its slopes is a popular ski resort, focused on beginners and holidaymakers with children. In summer, in mountainous regions, interesting excursions take place. During these excursions, you can see rare plants, wild animals and birds, for which this mountainous region has become a home.
Many couples choose Garmisch-Partenkirchen for a romantic getaway. The resort offers a decent selection of hotels ideal for spending time as a couple. The family-run hotel Garmischer Hof is … Open