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🇩🇪

Bavaria, Germany

Garmisch-Partenkirchen Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Mid December

Season dates, 60 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Budget Friendly
Snow Sure

9,718ft

Peak Elevation

7,356ft

Vertical Drop

60

Trails

160"

Annual Snow

Overview

Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a ski resort in Bavaria, Germany, with an elevation range from 2,362ft (720m) to 9,718ft (2962m). The vertical drop is 7,356ft (2242m) across 60 trails served by 28 lifts and 600 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Munich Airport (MUC), about 100 minutes away by car. Garmisch-Partenkirchen receives an average of 160 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Mid December to Late March

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Opens: Mid DecemberCloses: Late March
Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

45cm(18in)Moderate

Average snowfall in February, Garmisch-Partenkirchen's snowiest peak-season month.

160"

Annual Snowfall

(406cm)

1°C

February Avg High

-5°C

February Avg Low

Snowmaking covers 75% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

Monthly Snowfall

Monthly Snowfall

160"

annual avg

40
Jan
45
Feb
30
Mar
5
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
3
Oct
10
Nov
35
Dec
Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

60

Total Trails

28

Lifts

600

Skiable Acres

7,356ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

30%
Beginner: 18 trails
42%
Intermediate: 25 trails
22%
Advanced: 13 trails
Expert: 4 trails
30%Beginner (18)
42%Intermediate (25)
22%Advanced (13)
6%Expert (4)

Garmisch-Partenkirchen has 60 trails: 30% green, 42% blue, 22% black, and 6% double-black. With 30% of terrain rated green, beginner-rated trails make up a large share of Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

Lift System & Elevation

28

Total Lifts

7,356ft

Vertical Drop

2,242m

(7,356ft)

Elevation Profile

9,718ft

Peak

2,362ft

Base

Price Trends

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$59

avg/day

$59
Jan
$62
Feb
$55
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
$59
Dec
Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: March ($55)

Best Month to Visit Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Top Pick

January

Solid snowLow crowdsGreat valuePeak conditions
73
score
40cm
Low
$59/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Garmisch-Partenkirchen, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 40cm. Crowd levels are low.

Runner-Up

February

45cm snow, moderate crowds, $62/day.

Best Value

March

$55/day, 30cm snow, low crowds.

Monthly Conditions

Monthly Conditions

Best Month

January

Peak Season

40cm

snowfall

-1°/-7°

high/low °C

crowds

$59

day pass

February

Peak Season

45cm

snowfall

1°/-5°

high/low °C

crowds

$62

day pass

March

Open

30cm

snowfall

5°/-1°

high/low °C

crowds

$55

day pass

December

Open

35cm

snowfall

0°/-6°

high/low °C

crowds

$59

day pass

Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed conditions, crowd levels, and packing tips for Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$55

per day

Season Pass

$580

full season

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Garmisch-Partenkirchen is not included on any multi-resort pass in this dataset.

Getting to Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Nearest Airport

Munich Airport (MUC)

Approx. 100 min drive

Location

Bavaria, Germany 🇩🇪

47.4995°N, 11.0962°E

The drive from Munich Airport to Garmisch-Partenkirchen takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Garmisch-Partenkirchen open for the season?
Garmisch-Partenkirchen typically opens in Mid December and closes in Late March. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.
How much is a day lift pass at Garmisch-Partenkirchen?
A day lift pass at Garmisch-Partenkirchen starts at $55 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.
Is Garmisch-Partenkirchen good for beginners?
Yes, 30% of Garmisch-Partenkirchen's trails are rated green (beginner terrain).
How much snow does Garmisch-Partenkirchen get per year?
Garmisch-Partenkirchen receives an average of 160 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 75% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.
What is the best month to ski at Garmisch-Partenkirchen?
January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Garmisch-Partenkirchen in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 40cm of snowfall and low crowd levels.

Quick Stats

Elevation Range
2,362 - 9,718ft
Vertical Drop
7,356ft (2242m)
Trails
60
Lifts
28
Skiable Acres
600
Annual Snowfall
160" (406cm)
Season
Mid December - Late March
Day Pass
$55
Nearest Airport
MUC (100min)

Monthly Guides

JanFebMarDec

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