Partnach Gorge
Partnachklamm
A 700-metre limestone gorge near Garmisch-Partenkirchen, with a path carved into the cliff walls passing above rushing water, and frozen into a crystal palace in winter.
Partnach Gorge lies near the ski jump in Garmisch-Partenkirchen and is one of Germany's most famous gorges, open to visitors since 1912. The gorge is about 700 m long and up to 80 m deep. The path is carved into the rock and passes through several tunnels, with turquoise-green water rushing below and mist spraying up. In winter, the walls are hung with ice falls and icicles, creating a striking landscape. Admission costs about €8. Waterproof jackets and non-slip shoes are recommended. From the Olympic Ski Stadium car park, it takes about 25 minutes to walk to the entrance. Beyond the gorge, you can continue hiking up to a farmhouse restaurant on the mountain. It is about 60 km from Füssen and works well as a day trip together with the Zugspitze.
Opening hours
Summer approx. 08:00–18:00; winter 09:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Olympic Ski Stadium & Große Olympiaschanze
- Werdenfels Museum
- Ludwigstraße Partenkirchen
- Garmisch-Classic Ski Area
- Pilgrimage Church of St. Anton
- Riessersee
- Michael Ende Kurpark
- Old Church of St. Martin