Title: Visit Garmisch-Partenkirchen District: 2026 Travel Guide for Garmisch-Partenkirchen District, Bavaria | Expedia.com

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# Garmisch-Partenkirchen District

## Bavaria

![Panorama of the Höllental valley, with Zugspitze and Zugspitze massif, Hammerbach, Garmisch-Partenkirchen District, Upper Bavaria, Bavaria, Germany](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976003394/df813238-3f6c-465a-a959-c9fb95c18632.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Panorama of the Höllental valley, with Zugspitze and Zugspitze massif, Hammerbach, Garmisch-Partenkirchen District, Upper Bavaria, Bavaria, Germany](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976003394/df813238-3f6c-465a-a959-c9fb95c18632.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Alpspitze mit Blick auf das Loisachtal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051257/91fbcc9e-76c1-4d86-a070-eda7bc38690e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![A train and a couple cable cars and you are the top of the highest point in Germany, Zugspitz.  

Quite a remarkable view from this vantage point and I'd highly recommend the trek to the top if you're in the area.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5412/ddf5d1b6-7179-4d22-ac98-a1d5a02b6db5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5412/cb7849d8-28bc-449b-bd04-a8544185d4a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

### Popular cities in Garmisch-Partenkirchen District

[Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Known for Mountains, Walking and Shopping

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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

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Escape to quaint Grainau! Enjoy its skiing, mountain views, and lake views. 

## Reasons to visit

- Eibsee
- Zugspitze
- Zugspitze Summit Cross

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[Mittenwald

Known for Friendly people, Swimming and Mountains

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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

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Experience upscale Murnau am Staffelsee: its boating, spas, mountain views, and more! 

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[Oberammergau

Known for Castle, Beer and Churches

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Trip time! Discover the castle, cafes, and mountains in quaint Oberammergau. 

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[Kruen

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Head to Mittenwald Old Town and Karwendel Cable Car—just two of the sights around Kruen.

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