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Deep in the south of Germany the land rises up to what is known as the Bavarian Alps. Rugged mountains covered with evergreen forests and picture perfect mountain pastures make this part of the Alps an outdoor heaven for everybody. One of the absolute highlights of the region is impossible to witness unless you're in it: the spectacular Partnachklamm gorge. For millennia the Partnach river has carved out the mountains south of charming Garmisch Partenkirchen, creating a huge crevasse in the green foothills of the Bavarian Alps. It's a true natural gem, with impressive vertical walls and a thundering river slicing through it. The good news is that you can actually hike through the gorge. The walkway across the Partnachklamm is a great day out, or if you're keen, a perfect start for a 2-day trek that we call the Partnachklamm Explorer's Hike.

Surely everyone has heard of Germany's highest mountain the Zugspitze. At 2,962 meters (9.717 ft), this impressive peak rises far above sea level and few other peaks match the panoramic views of the Zugspitze. Weather permitting, at the top of your Zugspitze hike, you can see not only the Eibsee but also the Feldberg in the Black Forest, the Watzmann and the imposing Grossglockner; Austria's highest mountain. Quickly grab your hiking boots and find your way to Germany's highest point! Auf geht's! The Zugspitze Tour, also called the Zugspitztour by the Germans, is a unique tour with the ultimate goal of climbing and hiking the Zugspitze. The mountain range is equipped with enough cable cars to reach the top in one day, but only a hut-to-hut tour makes the experience a real triumph. In just 3 days, you can climb the Zugspitze while spending the night at cozy mountain huts and crossing the German-Austrian border at over 2,000 meters (6.561 ft) altitude. During the hut tour, enjoy the famous Partnach Gorge, waterfalls and streams in the Rein Valley and challenging steep rock sections. Will we see each other at the top?

You really don't have to travel far for a relaxing walking holiday in Europe. Germany is a big country and also offers a lot of variety, in terms of hiking. You can explore the hills of Sauerland, winding paths along the Rhine, scenic trails in Saxon Switzerland, and the snow-capped peaks of the Alps. Do you prefer a hiking holiday in Germany with luggage transport? Kein Problem! We might not want to admit it, but Germany has it all. Read our blog post and discover the five very best hiking trails in Germany!Germany has 200.000 kilometers of well-signposted trails, some of which pass through national and nature parks or biosphere reserves. Local tourist offices help travelers find the best hiking routes that suit their condition and time frame, and they can provide you with maps and tips. In Germany, it is possible to walk without your luggage, on most long-distance hiking trails. Whether in the Eiffel or the Middle Rhine Region, hiking in Germany guarantees relaxation. Auf geht's!