Garmisch Partenkirchen snow report
Garmisch Partenkirchen
Garmisch Partenkirchen ski resort in Germany offers a diverse range of trails for all levels of skiers, but the best trails are on the Zugspitze Glacier, which boasts stunning panoramic views. An interesting historical fact about the resort is that it was the site of the 1936 Winter Olympics. For beginner skiers, the Kandahar trail is the perfect starting point, as it is wide, gentle, and provides easy access to a ski school. The best apres ski bar in the resort is the Eisbär, which offers a cozy atmosphere and a wide selection of drinks and snacks. Overall, Garmisch Partenkirchen is a must-visit ski resort for anyone looking to experience the best of German skiing.
Terrain mix: The Garmisch-Partenkirchen ski resort in Bayern is located in the Bavarian Alps and offers stunning views of several mountain ranges and aspects. Some of the most pertinent mountain ranges and aspects of the resort include:
1. Zugspitze: The highest peak in Germany, the Zugspitze is located near the Garmisch-Partenkirchen ski resort and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding area.
2. Alpspitze: Another prominent peak near the resort, Alpspitze offers challenging skiing and stunning panoramic views.
3. Wetterstein Mountains: This mountain range is home to the resort and provides a beautiful backdrop for skiing and snowboarding.
4. Eibsee: A picturesque lake located near the resort, Eibsee offers a tranquil setting for winter activities.
5. Kramerspitz: This mountain range offers more gentle slopes for beginners and intermediate skiers, as well as stunning views of the surrounding area.
Overall, the Garmisch-Partenkirchen ski resort in Bayern is surrounded by majestic mountains and natural beauty, making it a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts.
Plan your day down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the snow column the morning of a storm to know when to call in sick.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & snow
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- start of next storm cycle, end of last one.
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Garmisch Partenkirchen -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Mountain & avalanche safety
- Know before you go
- Check today's avalanche bulletin from the regional avalanche center before any off-piste / side-country / backcountry travel. Conditions can shift dramatically between morning and afternoon on storm days.
- Carry the gear, know how to use it
- Beacon, shovel, probe. Practice companion rescue on a calm day, not during a real burial.
- Mind the weather window
- Heavy snow + wind builds wind slabs at ridgelines. The day after a storm is often the riskiest in the backcountry, even if the resort itself is open.
- Respect closed terrain
- Ropes are there for a reason. Even in-bounds, ducking a closure can trigger a slide that catches you and others below.
Track Garmisch Partenkirchen in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Garmisch Partenkirchen reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Garmisch Partenkirchen
Where does the snow data for Garmisch Partenkirchen come from?
Snowpack, SWE, 24-hour snowfall, and air temperature come from the nearest USDA NRCS SNOTEL station. Forecast comes from the National Weather Service / yr.no feed that Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the snow report updated?
Snowpack and SNOTEL data are updated continuously by NRCS (typically hourly). The 15-day weather forecast is refreshed throughout the day. Snoflo caches and renders the most recent observation -- look for the "as of" timestamp on the snowpack hero.
What's the elevation at Garmisch Partenkirchen?
See the Resort Metrics panel above for base / summit / vertical drop. The summit elevation drives snowpack accumulation -- higher summits hold snow longer through spring.
How is "% of normal" calculated?
Today's snowpack is compared to the average snowpack on this calendar day across every recorded year at the nearest SNOTEL. 100% means right on average; 130% is a big year; 60% is thin.
What ski resorts are near Garmisch Partenkirchen?
See the Other Ski Areas pill grid at the bottom of the page for resorts within driving distance. The sister Other Ski Areas card in the Plan-a-longer-trip grid above shows the closest few.
Can I get alerts when fresh snow hits?
Yes -- snow alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this resort, set a snowfall threshold (e.g. "alert me when 6+ inches"), and you'll get a push the moment the SNOTEL crosses.
Other resorts near here
Snoflo-tracked ski areas within driving distance of Garmisch Partenkirchen.