Grainau

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Paradise beach at Eibsee lake. Beautiful landscape scenery with clear blue water in German Alps at Zugspitze mountain - Garmisch Partenkirchen, Grainau - Bavaria, Germany, Europe.
Just Nature
The crystal clear water of this lake had all kinds of beautiful colors ranging from blue to turquoise. We hiked the loop around the lake which was about 7km leading us along the lake and through partial forest.
I only had a few minutes to scout and shoot at the Eibsee, Germany. When I saw this golden birch tree standing lonely on that island, I knew I had to get the long lens out and get an isolated shot of it. Now, one year later, this is still one of my all time favorites. I just love the contrast between the dark greens and the bright golden leaves. The reflection is really cool as well. Since last year I have been to the Eibsee a few times, every time I had very limited time to explore the area, but funny enough I always got nice images. The area, especially the forest is just so beautiful... #golden
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Hotel Quellenhof

Hotel Quellenhof

Schmölzstraße 1 Grainau BY
The price is CA $97 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
CA $97
CA $115 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Grainau. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Garmisch-Partenkirchen Ski Resort and Eibsee ...
7.4/10 Good! (263 reviews)
Comfy hotel for the price. Staff was polite and the location was amazing. Only critique I have is they could clear the snow in the parking lots a little more so there’s more parking spots.

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026

Hotel Quellenhof
Berghotel Hammersbach, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

Berghotel Hammersbach, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

4 out of 5
Kreuzeckweg 2-6 Grainau
The price is CA $195 per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
CA $195
CA $219 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Grainau. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (534 reviews)
Everything was up to expectations good location clean and friendly

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Berghotel Hammersbach, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western
Hotel am Badersee

Hotel am Badersee

4 out of 5
Am Badersee 1-5 Grainau BY
The price is CA $297 per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
CA $297
CA $329 total
Mar 23 - Mar 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Grainau. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (295 reviews)
Great location. Room was spotless. Bed was comfortable and staff were friendly. Breakfast was good. Will book there again.

Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026

Hotel am Badersee
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Apartment on the Zugspitze

Apartment on the Zugspitze

Grainau BY
Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in Grainau. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Garmisch-Partenkirchen Ski Resort ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (173 reviews)
Relaxing and comfortably cozy holiday apartment
Beautifully maintained and immaculate apartment! Less than a five minute walk to 2 different grocery stores (Aldi & Edeka), along with a Fristo Getränkemarkt! We had a lovely time exploring the area knowing that there was a nice warm apartment to return to and relax. A restaurant next door gave a ...

Reviewed on May 26, 2025

Apartment on the Zugspitze
Ferienwohnungen Zugspitze

Ferienwohnungen Zugspitze

Loisachstraße 17 Grainau Bavaria
Book a stay at this luxury apartment in Grainau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
Beautiful Apartment close to town
Very cute second story 1 bedroom, 1.5 bath apartment with full kitchen. Beds were a little firm and pillows large but overall very nice accomidation.

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2025

Ferienwohnungen Zugspitze
Summit Seefeld

Summit Seefeld

4.5 out of 5
Münchner Str. 189 Seefeld in Tirol Tirol
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Seefeld in Tirol. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Casino Seefeld and Cross ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews)
Central location in modern building. Lovely warm outdoor pool and friendly staff.

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

Summit Seefeld
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Popular places to visit

Almwiese mit Blick zum Geroldsee

Eibsee

Explore the great outdoors at Eibsee and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Grainau. Make time for the spas and ski slopes in this walkable area.

Eibsee
Zugspitze showing mountains as well as a large group of people

Zugspitze

Ski and snowboard down powdery slopes, stay in an igloo and experience panoramic views over the Bavarian alps at this resort located on Germany’s highest glacier.

Zugspitze
Bergstation, Zugspitze, Deutschland

Zugspitze Summit Cross

You can find out about the history of Grainau with a stop at Zugspitze Summit Cross. Discover the mountain views in this walkable area, or enjoy its ski slopes.

Zugspitze Summit Cross

Eibsee-Seilbahn

Enjoy a trip to Eibsee-Seilbahn and popular activities like skiing in Grainau. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Eibsee-Seilbahn

Hell Valley

Enjoy a trip to Hell Valley and popular activities like skiing in Grainau. Discover the mountain views and spas in this walkable area.

Hell Valley

Waxenstein

Explore the great outdoors at Waxenstein and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Grainau. Make time for the spas and ski slopes in this walkable area.

Waxenstein

Things to do

Neuschwanstein castle

VIP Daytrip Neuschwanstein, Linderhof and Grotto from Munich

CA $273
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
VIP Daytrip Neuschwanstein, Linderhof and Grotto from Munich
Fun in nature: Who will find the next treasure?

Ammergau Alps: Geocaching, treasure hunt around Ettal Monastery

CA $41
per adult
Ammergau Alps: Geocaching, treasure hunt around Ettal Monastery
Leisurely hike to the world-famous Linderhof Royal Castle

Hike to Linderhof Castle to enjoy Bavarian delicacies

CA $82
per adult
Hike to Linderhof Castle to enjoy Bavarian delicacies
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Cities near Grainau

Garmisch-Partenkirchen showing landscape views, road cycling and a small town or village

Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Grainau (village near Zugspitze, Germany's highest mountain)

Hammersbach

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