Top Things to do in Bavarian Alps
What to do and see in Bavarian Alps, Bavaria: The Best Other Outdoor Activities
Running along Germany’s southern border with Austria, the Bavarian Alps are one of the country’s most beautiful areas. Skiing is, naturally, one of the favorite pastimes. You’ll find Germany’s tallest mountain, Zugspitze, rising more than 9,700 feet in the Garmisch-Partenkirchen district (also a great hiking area in summer). Berchtesgadener Land (home to Watzmann, Germany’s third-highest peak) is another major ski area. Hochwanner, the country’s #2 mountain, is also in the Alps.
Restaurants in Bavarian Alps
1. Alpine Coaster Oberammergau
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 194 reviews
ALPINE COASTER OBERAMMERGAU - THE ADVENTUROUS ALPINE COASTER IN A PICTURESQUE MOUNTAIN SETTING. THE FIRST WORLD-WIDE LONGEST WEATHERPROOF TOBOGGAN RUN WITH A MAGNET SYSTEM... Fun and action for the whole family at the Alpine Coaster on the Kolbensattel in Oberammergau. Things go downhill from the Kolbensattel Lodge on a 8,530 ft (2,600 m) long slide. With breath-taking views and adventurous curves, it’ll take you all the way down into the valley at speeds up to 25mph (40 kmh) and with an altitude difference of 1,300ft (400m). The system is rendered especially safe through: 73 bends, 9 jumps, 7 waves, highest point 4m above the ground. A modern magnetic break system levers on both sides of the cart, User-regulated speed up to 25mph, Optimized seats with backrest and seat belt. Children ages 3 and up can only ride with a person from 15 years and up. Children ages 8 and taller than 4’ 7“ (1,35 m) can ride alone. KOLBENSATTEL - YOUR FAMILY-FRIENDLY DESTINATION IN THE ALPS OF OBEAMMERGAU
Reviewed By doonhamer - Borgue, United Kingdom
Beautiful views at top. Great value and great fun for all ages. Go at your own pace option. Lasts a while and plenty of speed twists and turns. Arrive early as it is not a quick loading speed. Would return
2. Simssee
3. Bergwald-Erlebnispfad
4. Ammersee
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4.5 based on 206 reviews
Reviewed By ResponsibleAdv - Kathmandu, Nepal
I was amazed by this beautiful fresh water lake on my hike to Klosters, Andechs. This is a great place to hike, go bicycling or just relax by the water front.
5. Skigebiet Winklmoos-Alm/Steinplatte
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4.5 based on 89 reviews
Reviewed By isabelpieterson - Melbourne, Australia
My family and I always travel to Reit im Winkl to ski. The ski area is great, offering various levels of difficulty - there are always pistes available for whether you're a beginner or a "powder-junkie"! It is very handy to have the Winklmoos-Alm area connecting to Steinplatte area. In my personal opinion, the Winklmoos-Alm area is more suitable for beginners, while the Steinplatte area offers more challenging pistes. The Steinplatte course of the mountain is quite scenic and the slopes spread widely across the mountain, so it is not often that you 'bounce' into a stranger. The Reit im Winkl village, itself, is wonderful. It is welcoming and full of warmth - allowing you to enrich yourself in the full German experience. Almost everything is traditional, including the architecture of the chalets and the restaurants (do yourself a favour and indulge yourself in a plate of Schnitzel). The locals are very friendly and will always be happy to help! The location of Reit im Winkl is perfect. You are almost always guaranteed snow, during the winter, and it is relatively close to the big-city of Munich. You must visit Reit im Winkl! Be it for the snow sports, scenery or the atmosphere!
6. Lautersee
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4.5 based on 76 reviews
Reviewed By MarvelM_13
Just 30min hike with some slopes and stairs from the hotel. Lovely serene setting. So beautiful. Take the route along the brook.
7. Eckbauerbahn
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4.5 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By TheAngeloS - Hilliard, United States
We had heard the Eckbauerbahn had recently replaced their cable cars and it was certainly an upgrade over the old. Sleek bubble to protect you from the elements as you glide to the top or bottom. You can purchase tickets at either end and enjoy a quiet ride gently bobbing while you enjoy the view. The peacefulness coupled with the views of the mountain and Garmisch-Partenkirchen are worth the price you pay to ride.
