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phred1910 Says: For stunning views take the cable car down from the Zugspitze
Trip to the Summit of the Zugspitze
phred1910 Says: I highly recommend different modes of transportation to/from the summit. Take the cogwheel train from Grainau to the Sonn Alpin station at 2600m and then a short cable car ride to the summit. Then on the way down take the cable car down to the Eibsee. It's a short 3 minute...
Temperature Difference at the Summit
phred1910 Says: While it may be really hot down in Grainau, bring a long pair of pants and a jacket with you. While I didn't need them (growing up in Northern Michigan makes you immune to cold), I notice a lot of people with jackets and long pants....It was 35C at the base, and I would...
phred1910 Says: While the scenery may be awe inspiring, please obey the signs - It's a long way down....
Find your own piece of serenity
phred1910 Says: When arriving at the Sonn Alpin station, which is the endpoint of the cogwheel train, wander off and find a secluded spot to do some deep thinking or to just enjoy the scenery.
phred1910 Says: Drifting silently, effortlessly, above the Zugspitze - a glider is a fantastic way to see the peak... I watched this glider do circles above the peak and was very jealous
phred1910 Says: You can either take the cable car to the summit from the Sonn Alpin or you can hike the last 400m. Are you feeling frisky ??? Good hiking shoes, a helmet, climbing gear...
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For stunning views take the cable car down from the Zugspitze
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The Gateway to the highest point in Germany
Grainau is a small town close to the more famous resort town of Garmisch-Partenkirchen. It is the point of access to the Eibsee and also a stop on the cogwheel train and the location of the cable car...
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