Day trip to Zugspitze and Lake Eibsee from Munich
Ten hours from Munich to the Alps' highest point and back
A day trip from Munich to Zugspitze and Lake Eibsee by minivan with cable car, guide and hotel pickup. The morning takes you to Germany's highest mountain in a 1.5-hour drive plus a 10-minute cable car ride. You lunch at the peak's beer garden. The afternoon is yours to choose: hike, paddle, row, swim or rest at the lakeside at Lake Eibsee before the return journey to Munich.
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Step-by-step itinerary
- Zugspitze3h
- Lake Eibsee3h
Visit Zugspitze and Lake Eibsee
- Pick up at Munich hotel
- Drive to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
- Take cable car to Zugspitze peak
- Enjoy view and lunch at beer garden
- Choose activity at Lake Eibsee
- Return to Munich
The experience
The day starts at 9 AM with pickup from your Munich hotel in an air-conditioned minivan. The 1.5-hour drive to Garmisch-Patenkirchen puts you at the base of Zugspitze, where a modern cable car carries you to the summit in 10 minutes. At 2,962 meters, you have time to walk the peak, take in the view across Bavaria and Austria, and eat lunch at Germany's highest beer garden before heading down.
The afternoon shifts to Lake Eibsee, where the turquoise water sits in a valley below the mountain. You pick what happens next: a guided hike around the shoreline, stand-up paddling, rowing or pedal boating (both available for an extra fee), swimming, or simply sitting at the lakeside terrace with a drink. Your English-speaking guide stays with the group throughout, and the minivan waits to bring everyone back to Munich by 6 PM at the latest.
The cable car ticket is included in the price, as are hotel pickup and drop-off. Children from age one ride along, and the pace suits all fitness levels. Lunch at the summit and any water sports beyond swimming cost extra.
What’s included
- Cable car ticket to Zugspitze.
- minivan transfer with air conditioning.
- hotel pickup and drop-off in Munich.
- English-speaking guide for the full day.
Before you book
Prices and times updated 3 days ago
Operated by Best Hikes Bavaria
Is this one for you?The shared minivan and guided pace suit travelers who want the logistics handled and the route explained, while the free afternoon at Lake Eibsee lets you pick whether to move (hike or paddle) or rest, so the day adapts to your energy and mood.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years); Child (5 to 11 years); Infant (1 to 4 years).
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
How long is the drive from Munich to Zugspitze?
The minivan takes 1.5 hours to reach Garmisch-Patenkirchen at the base of the mountain, then the cable car covers the final ascent in 10 minutes.
What can I do at Lake Eibsee in the afternoon?
Lake Eibsee gives you the choice to hike the shoreline, stand-up paddle, rent a rowing or pedal boat, swim, or relax at the lakeside terrace. Paddling and boat rentals carry an extra charge per hour.
Is lunch included in the tour price?
The cable car ticket is included, but lunch at the summit beer garden or anywhere else is not. You buy food and drinks separately.
What time does the tour end and how do I get back to my hotel?
The minivan departs Lake Eibsee no later than 4 PM and returns you to your Munich hotel by 6 PM at the latest. Pickup and drop-off are included.
Day trip to Zugspitze and Lake Eibsee from Munich
10h · EN · at your hotel
from € 319 per person
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