It's that time of year again. The change of seasons is here! We recognize it by the red-orange hues of the leaves. We feel it when we shiver slightly. And we see it in the low sun. The days are getting shorter. And the anticipation of winter is growing ever greater. Finally, we can enjoy the wintry landscape again. White valleys. Snow-covered forests. Snow-capped mountain peaks. And discover cities in a Christmassy atmosphere. With hot drinks that warm us from the inside out. And delicious food that feels like a culinary hug.

Here at the Staudacherhof, the wellness hotel on the Zugspitze, the joy is also great. Because winter is a time of endless possibilities. For wellness moments. Culinary delights. And nature experiences in the clear winter air. Feeling alive. Learning new things through winter sports. Or testing your limits. Tobogganing. Skiing. Hiking. And so much more. Around the Zugspitze, there's so much to experience!

For many, it's a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Standing at the top of the Zugspitze. In winter, it towers like a mighty fortress high above Garmisch-Partenkirchen. It seems invincible, with towering snow towers. The view from the top is all the more beautiful. Of snow-covered Alpine peaks. For miles. Over Lake Eibsee. And on a clear day, even farther.

On a round trip, you'll see all the highlights. The starting point is just a few minutes' walk from the wellness hotel at the Zugspitze. The train station in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The 90-year-old cogwheel railway takes you past Grainau and Lake Eibsee. Once you reach the Zugspitzplatt, the journey continues high up. With the Zugspitz cable car. To an altitude of 2.962 meters. To the "Top of Germany"! Now take a deep breath. And let the view sink in. Of this white wonderland. The trip ends with the cable car and magnificent views. And finally, with the cogwheel railway back to the starting point.

Of course, there are other ways to experience Germany's highest mountain. And the other peaks around the Zuspitze are also waiting to be discovered. For example, while skiing. The highest Ski Area in Germany on the Zugspitze has over 20 kilometers of snow-sure slopes. Sun-kissed. A real all-round package for connoisseurs. The Garmisch Classic has a lot to offer. It's right on the doorstep of the wellness hotel on the Zugspitze. Practically. We conveniently transport our guests to the ski area with a shuttle bus. With 60 kilometers of groomed slopes, and fantastic off-piste deep-snow runs.

By the way: At our wellness hotel on the Zugspitze, we don't just prepare your skis. We also rent them. All the equipment you need: skis, helmet, and poles. For €19 per day. This way, you can easily arrive without heavy luggage.

We are of course happy to give you further tips on skiing around the Zugspitze.

What should not be neglected? Relaxation. How good that the Wellness Hotel Staudacherhof The Vitalhotel Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a master of relaxation. Because the many impressions of the day need to be processed. For example, with an invigorating drink at our bar. Or directly in the wellness area. Whether in the whirlpool, the heated outdoor pool. Or on the loungers. During a massage. Or a yoga session. Later in the evening, gourmet cuisine awaits. Only fresh and seasonal dishes are served. From Bavarian delicacies to the invigorating dishes of our BAYURVIDA® natural cuisine. Simply delicious. Soothing. And vitalizing. For the next adventure. With us in the wellness hotel on the Zugspitze.