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Sight seeing
Our guide Patricia was very good. Always smiling , courteous and with us throughout the tour assisting us
Zugspitze: Germany's Highest Mountain Day Tour from Munich
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At a glance
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Price from
- $160 / person
- Location
- Munich, Germany
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 · 268 reviews
- Languages
- DE, EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 78
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Gray Line Münchener Stadtrundfahrten
- Meeting point
- The Meetingpoint is Sonnenstraße 3 - in front of Restaurant Shanghai.Take Exit "C" or Exit "D" if arriving with U4/U5 or the local train.Please be at the departure point 20 minutes prior departure.
Description
This day trip takes you through the charming Garmisch-Partenkirchen to the Zugspitze, the highest mountain in Germany. You start your ascent with the new cable car, which will take you to the almost 3,000 meter high mountain peak in just ten minutes. After enjoying the exhilarating views over more than 400 peaks, you can explore the countryside on a short hike. For those who like things a bit faster, a toboggan hill is available on the eternal ice during the summer months. Toboggans can be borrowed free of charge. In the many restaurants (which also offer vegetarian and halal menus) you can indulge in culinary delights. The descent then takes place with the historic rack railway.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Sun
- Start times
- 10:00 AM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 18
- Adult (ages 27+)
- $160
- Youth (ages 15–26)
- $131
- Child (ages 0–14)
- $109
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 15.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Eibsee
After a 2-hour drive from Munich with live commentary you'll arrive at Eibsee. There, you'll take the cable car up the Zugspitze.
Zugspitze
After a one-hour stay at the viewing platform, you'll walk to the golden summit cross (approx. 45-60 min) and at 2pm approx. you'll take the cable car to the "Zugspitzplatt" with glacier. You'll have some time at disposal to have lunch or time for a bob slide on the glacier (Restaurants with Self-Service and Halal food). At approx. 4:00 PM Meeting at the Zugspitzstation to descend with the cogwheel train, and at 4:45 pm you'll start the bus drive back to Munich.
What's included
Included
English and German speaking guide on board
Professional guide
Cable car ticket and Cogwheel train ride
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Hotel pickup and drop off
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
268 reviews
How it compares in Munich
- No. 38 by number of reviews among 818 tours in Munich
- Starting price $160 is 68% below the typical $497 for tours of similar length in Munich
Excurgo comparison of 818 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Zugspitze: Germany's Highest Mountain Day Tour from Munich take?
Zugspitze: Germany's Highest Mountain Day Tour from Munich lasts about 8 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Zugspitze: Germany's Highest Mountain Day Tour from Munich cost?
Prices start at $160 per person for this Munich experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Zugspitze: Germany's Highest Mountain Day Tour from Munich run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Sundays, starting at 10:00 AM.
How much does Zugspitze: Germany's Highest Mountain Day Tour from Munich cost for children?
Children aged 0–14 pay from $109, adults from $160.
Can I cancel Zugspitze: Germany's Highest Mountain Day Tour from Munich for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is The Meetingpoint is Sonnenstraße 3 - in front of Restaurant Shanghai. Take Exit "C" or Exit "D" if arriving with U4/U5 or the local train. Please be at the departure point 20 minutes prior departure. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Zugspitze: Germany's Highest Mountain Day Tour from Munich offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 78 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Zugspitze: Germany's Highest Mountain Day Tour from Munich worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 268 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Gray Line Münchener Stadtrundfahrten.
Reviews(268)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Wonderful summit reach experience
The guide Patrizia is very supportive during the trip, also very informative about the things happen in the trip, her English is very good and I can understand all her messages clearly
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Recommended change
After riding cable car and went up to the top, the view of the surrounding mountains was really fantastic. It is enough to spend one and half hour there enjoying the view and taking pictures. The remaining 2 hours staying in a restaurant there is really boring. One of the locals recommended to me to go down again using the train that departed 1:30 pm and spend these two hours enjoying the Eibsee lake and the surrounding. I did that exactly and the train ticket is included in the price of the trip without determining the exact departure time. When I reached the lake I rent a boat for 30 minutes that coast 12.5 Euros then spent the remaining 90 minutes walking around the lake and enjoying the view of the surrounding mountains in the fresh air. In my opinion based on my personal experience this is better than staying up in a boring restaurant doing nothing.
Operator response
Thank you for sharing your experience and recommendation! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the spectacular views from the Zugspitze and also made the most of your time at beautiful Eibsee. We appreciate you sharing your personal preference for spending more time by the lake, as this can be a helpful perspective for other guests planning their day.
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Good trip and good guide
Patricia was great! The trip was all around amazing
Operator response
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We are delighted to hear that you had such an amazing day at the Zugspitze and especially enjoyed Patricia’s guidance. We’ll be very happy to pass your kind words on to her!
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Stunning views
With the perfect temperature it was a perfect tour! Spectacular views!
Operator response
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We are delighted to hear that perfect weather made your day at the Zugspitze such a fantastic experience. The spectacular mountain views really are something special, and we’re very happy that you enjoyed them!
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Lisa Maki-Kuhn
We were unable to locate the pickup location based on the information given and did not make our tour. They left without us.
Operator response
Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to hear that you missed the tour. However, the meeting point and departure information are provided in the booking details so that guests can locate the departure point in advance. As our tours operate according to a fixed schedule, unfortunately the coach cannot delay its departure for guests who have not arrived at the meeting point on time.
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Fantastic Tour to a Breathtaking Location - highly recommend!
The tour was exceptionally well-framed and distributed. Monika was lovely - really informative, attentive, and kind. I’d highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for an exciting day trip around Munich. Thanks so much!
Operator response
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the well-organized tour and the breathtaking scenery of the Zugspitze. It’s especially lovely to know that Monika’s informative, attentive, and kind guidance made the day even more enjoyable. Thank you for your recommendation!
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Very good explanations from guide Sven. Perfect time combination.
Operator response
Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted to hear that you appreciated Sven’s informative explanations and found the timing of the tour well planned. We hope you had a wonderful day at the Zugspitze!
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Bullseye
Punctual, smooth, very well organized with a personable tour guide, Sven (nice, funny). Caught great weather!. Beautiful panorama and view.
Operator response
Vielen Dank für Ihre tolle Bewertung! Es freut uns sehr, dass Sie die Tour als so gut organisiert und reibungslos erlebt haben und Sven mit seiner sympathischen und humorvollen Art zu einem gelungenen Tag beigetragen hat. Umso schöner, dass auch das Wetter mitgespielt hat und Sie das beeindruckende Panorama auf der Zugspitze genießen konnten!
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Sven is very experienced, providing detailed information from the departure waiting to the end of the journey, and also briefly explaining the topography and history. His English narration is easy to understand, making the whole trip very comfortable.
A rare experience of high peaks and scenery, witnessing the ongoing global warming.
Operator response
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that Sven’s experience, clear explanations, and insights into the landscape and history made the entire journey so enjoyable and comfortable. The Zugspitze truly offers a unique perspective on the Alpine landscape, and we’re glad you had the opportunity to experience it!
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