Zugspitze Ski Resort, Grainau, Germany

Zugspitze is a Germany ski resort in the Bavaria region, based around the village of Grainau. The resort offers 20 km of pistes across 10 lifts, rising from 2000 m to 2720 m for a 720 m vertical drop. Terrain suits intermediate, advanced riders.

Key stats

Resort facilities

Glacier Skiing, Ski School.

Summer in Zugspitze

Outside the ski season, Zugspitze opens up for Hiking, Rock Climbing, Via Ferrata — a genuine year-round mountain destination.

Nature & wildlife

Wildlife commonly spotted around Zugspitze includes Chamois, Marmot, Ptarmigan, Golden Eagle. The area sits close to protected zones such as Wetterstein Mountains Protected Area.

Frequently asked questions

How big is Zugspitze ski resort?

Zugspitze has 20 km of marked pistes served by 10 lifts, with a vertical drop of 720 m between 2000 m and 2720 m.

Is Zugspitze good for intermediate?

Zugspitze caters primarily to intermediate, advanced skiers and snowboarders.

Which airport is closest to Zugspitze?

The nearest major airport is Munich (MUC), roughly 115 km from the resort. Book transfers, hire cars or train legs from any UK or EU gateway.

What can you do in Zugspitze in summer?

Summer visitors to Zugspitze enjoy Hiking, Rock Climbing, Via Ferrata across the surrounding valleys and lifts.

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