GARMISCH-PARTENKIRCHEN, GERMANY

Culture and nature, sport and recreation – Garmisch-Partenkirchen surprises with its diversity. The location alone, in front of the backdrop of the Zugspitze mountain, is unique. Moreover, as the highest peak in Germany (2,962 metres), the Zugspitze is renowned worldwide. The town has also made a name for itself as a premium health resort profiting from a therapeutic climate. International winter sport events such as the World Cup ski race on the legendary Kandahar slope, and the New Year ski jumping competition on the new Olympic jump are well-known far beyond the borders.
In 2011, the popular destination will host the FIS Alpine Skiing World Cup. However, in Garmisch-Partenkirchen sport is not reserved for the professionals: There are no limits for active people – irrespective of season.
Despite its cosmopolitan nature, the region has safeguarded its Bavarian “Gemuetlichkeit” and tradition. It is the mixture of intact natural surroundings, the variety of sporting possibilities, and the Bavarian way of life that makes Garmisch-Partenkirchen an attractive holiday destination.