Location: Grainau
Top Things to do in Grainau
Top 10 Things to do in Grainau, Germany
Grainau is a municipality in the district of Garmisch-Partenkirchen, in Bavaria, Germany. It is located at the foot of the Zugspitze mountain, the tallest mountain in Germany in the sub-mountain range of the Wetterstein Alps which is a branch off the main mountain range it is connected to, the Alps. The lake Eibsee also at the foot of the Zugspitze and separated by a forest from Grainau is nearby.
Restaurants in Grainau
1. Hell Valley
Overall Ratings
5 based on 187 reviews
Reviewed By Leon Z - Drunen, The Netherlands
We did this tour today when it was not so hot. The climb to get to the attraction takes about 1 hour. There you can have a drink before paying your entry fee and then one can walk further uphill over stairs and footpaths along the waterfall between two huge Mountains. Sometimes you walk alongside the water, sometimes through covered corridors carved out of the rocks. It takes about half an hour to arrive at the top and then one can either return the same way or use an even longer route. Not for people with bad feet or legs. It's steep and sometimes difficult although the rating says "easy". Nevertheless when you have 3 hours and a good condition, it's a must-do activity.
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Alan F - Bournemouth, United Kingdom
This is a very exciting experience in winter when the ice is well established. It can get very busy and congested. There is a small fee at the entrance. Note that there are no toilet facilities once you enter the gorge. You need waterproof shoes and a camera. At its best in February/March if you want to see the best ice formations.
3. Tiroler Zugspitzbahn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 166 reviews
Reviewed By Heather S - Penrith, United Kingdom
Go early!!!!! As early as possible. We came back down around 10:30-11ish and the que was unbelievable!! We got up straight away with hardly any waiting around 9:30. The views are amazing but definable wait for a clear day. Definitely look at getting the z ticket if doing a couple of other things in the area, can save lots of money! Building work when we were there however didnt ruin the views.
4. Linderhof Palace
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
A bizarre, yet glamorous, castle built by King Ludwig II.
Reviewed By William H - Nashville, Tennessee
This was much smaller than it looks, but well worth the trip. We have been to Neueschwanstei and Herren Chiemsee, but this was the best. Very cozy and ornate, you get a real feel as to how Ludwig lived. The tour guide was very nice. Guidebooks are available in different languages but tours are guided. Our tour was in German but she answered our questions in English. You have to buy a ticket to get a tour time. In the winter all you can see is the castle not the grounds or other buildings.
5. Eibsee
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 543 reviews
In the water and on the water, on land, and in the Mountains – at the Eibsee lake, you have diverse options for enjoying the summer. Absolutely unique: the crystal-clear Eibsee at the base of the Zugspitze, 1,000 m (3281 ft.) above sea level. Embedded in a magnificent Alpine Panorama and beautiful in every season. A day at the Eibsee is the highlight of a vacation in the Zugspitze Region. The Eibsee lake is located around 13 km (8 mi.) southwest of the center of Garmisch-Partenkirchen beneath the Zugspitze mountain in the Wetterstein range in Bavaria. It part of Zugspitze Village Grainau and is privately owned by the family that owns the Eibsee Hotel. With its clear, Emerald green water, it is truly one of the most beautiful lakes in the Bavarian Alps. 32.5 m (107 ft.) deep, greatest length 2450 m (8038 ft.), greatest width 850 m (2789 ft.), circumference 8.800 m (28,871 ft.), surface area 1,796 km² (693 mi2)
Reviewed By johnmM754OI - Chesterfield, Missouri
Have run around the Eibsee almost every trip to Garmisch. Absolutely picture perfect, with a well maintained trail the 4+ miles around it. With the Mountains on one side, and the lake on the other, there's no more beautiful place, at least in my mind. Fall colors add an even better touch. For the Marathon runners, have someone drive you out there, then run around the lake, and then back to Garmisch. There is a trail, and it's mostly down hill from the lake. Additionally, they are almost finished with a new Cable Car to the summit of the Zugspitze, with the ascent beginning near the Eibsee.
6. Wank Mountain
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 251 reviews
Reviewed By Joppatowne
I read other reviews and opted for this mountain rather than Zupspitze. Zupspitze was a little pricey for the entire family. It was a wonderful way to spend a few hours. As you go up the mountain, you'll see people walking and hiking up; great for them it seemed pretty daunting to me. On your way up the car makes one stop, stay on in order to go to the top. Once there, the views are amazing; the horses and cows roam free. There are many places to walk around once up at the top. There is also a restaurant and then one at a much higher elevation that we didn't visit. The one we did visit had very reasonably priced snacks and again everything had the backdrop of the amazing views. Wank mountain is definitely worth your time to visit.
7. Ettal Abbey
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 398 reviews
Reviewed By FactotumDellaCitta
This Benedictine monastery is noted for the large, beautifully decorated, domed chapel. Also on the premises is a large gift shop that offers many products made by the monks.
8. Alpspitz
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4.5 based on 333 reviews
One of several quality ski resorts located in the Bavarian Alps.
9. Zugspitzbad
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4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By tdsjjd - Bromyard, United Kingdom
This is an outdoor pool complex. Large Olympic pool for swimming. Small pool for little kids. Mid size pool for bigger kids with a tube slide. Indoor there are again the same mix of pools for the winter or if you need some shade.
Lovely kiosk sells snacks and a restaurant is above,. This is a gret place for a family to spend the day. The views of the Mountains around are stunning.
You can rent loungers and sun shades for a small price.
We found the staff there friendly and helpful.
10. Benediktinerabtei Ettal
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 204 reviews
Reviewed By Ann C - Nashville, Tennessee
A very large Benedictine church, Baroque in style with a stunning frescoed dome.
For 2 Euros at the entrance to the church are brochures in various languages to help accent your experience during your visit.
Allow time to walk around the property, visit the distillery, the gift shop, and the cheese shop in the back.
