Zugspitze; the Peak of Germany

The Zugspitze, at 2,962 metres above sea level, is the highest mountain in Germany. It is located south of the town of Garmisch-Partenkirchen, and the border between Germany and Austria runs over its western summit. South of the mountain is the Zugspitzplatt.

It is accessible via DB Bahn and the station that will be your destination is Garmisch-Partenkirchen. You will need to walk about less than 100 metres to arrive at Zugspitze ticketing counter. The price ranges from 28,00€ to 59,00€ for an adult and 16,00€ to 33,00€ for children aged between 6 - 15 years old. The prices are different based on the ticket type: one-way or a roundtrip. If you are commuting to Garmisch-Partenkirchen by DB Bahn, you are entitled for some discount provided that you present your DB Bahn ticket before making a purchase. 

If you would like to get frequent updates in your iPhones or iPads, the Zugspitze app can be downloaded from the iTunes store here. As for hotel reservations, Hotels in Garmisch-Partenkirchen will give you a wide selection of hotels nearby the city centre.

The route from the train station at Garmisch-Partenkirchen to the peak, Zugspitzplatt

Half-way through the peak. This is where you can take a break and go for a skiing. It is not even at the peak yet but the breath-taking view is one in a million.

The maximum capacity of this cable car is more than a tonne and it will bring you to the peak ;-)

That's the peak! The 'gold' cross symbolizes victory which is the target of mountain climbers and day-trippers.