2.962 m
ZUGSPITZE
The tallest mountain of the Tiroler Zugspitz Arena

With 2,962 metres, the Zugspitze is not only Germany’s tallest mountain – it’s also the tallest mountain in the Tiroler Zugspitz Arena. A wide range of offers makes the majestic giant well worth visiting – in multiple ways. From a ride with the Tiroler Zugspitzbahn cable car to winter sports at Zugspitzplatt ski resort, events up at the summit as well as prices and opening times: Plan your trip to the extraordinary Zugspitze!

At 2,962 metres above sea level

Visiting the Zugspitze from the Tyrolean side

The Tiroler Zugspitzbahn in Ehrwald takes you up to almost 3,000 metres and thus to the highest point in the Tiroler Zugspitz Arena. The ride by cable car only takes about ten minutes. Too bad actually – because during these ten minutes, you’ll hardly be able to get enough of the breathtaking scenic views of the Zugspitze’s surrounding mountains. By the way: The scenic-view cable cars have a transport capacity of up to 100 people.

Highest holiday happiness

The Zugspitze summit

 On a clear day, you’ll be able to admire a mountain panorama of summits in four different countries up at the Zugspitze’s summit. With a bit of luck, you’ll see a total of 400 peaks from the scenic-view platform. Among them are the Großglockner and Piz Bernina, and you might even catch a glimpse of Munich’s Olympic Tower. The views you’ll enjoy up on the Zugspitze are extraordinary – everyone who’s ever been there can vouch for that. 

Tip for true summiteers: The Zugspitze’s summit cross can be reached from the scenic-view platform by way of a via ferrata. However, it’s not to be underestimated – it definitely requires surefootedness and adequate equipment. 

 At Fascination Zugspitze Experiential World, visitors can learn more about the mountain. Adventure and knowledge are combined in an interactive way – which allows hobby historians to immerse themselves in the Zugspitze’s fascinating past. Another good reason for visiting the Experiential World: the incomparable feeling of standing on a glass floor high above the mountain massif. 

All the diverse adventures in fresh mountain air and the stunning scenic views are bound to make you hungry and thirsty. Good thing that the Panorama Peak Restaurant has got you covered in this regard – it lets you end an exciting and eventful day on the Zugspitze with a one-of-a-kind culinary experience.

Cuisine & Events at the summit of the Zugspitze

Various culinary events make the Zugspitze an even more worthwhile excursion destination. How about an extraordinary start to your day during a sunrise cable car ride? And up at the peak restaurant, guests enjoy both a scrumptious breakfast and beautiful scenic views. If you’re more of a night owl rather than an early bird, you might want to opt for the “Zugspitze by Night” experience or a relaxed fondue evening surrounded by a beautiful mountain setting. 

The highlight for all fans of Lederhosen and Dirndl and those interested in the region’s traditions? World’s highest “Wies’n” – the Zugspitze Oktoberfest at almost 3,000 metres above sea level.

Excellent summer mountain railway

Tiroler Zugspitzbahn

The Tiroler Zugspitzbahn has received a special distinction – it’s among Austria’s Best Summer Mountain Railways: A seal of quality that’s awarded by the Association of Mountain Railways of the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber, and it stands for exceptional offers and services. 

Speaking of exceptional offers: You’d like to go skiing or snowboarding on the tallest mountain of the Tiroler Zugspitz Arena? Right below its summit, winter sports enthusiasts can hit the slopes of a small but beautiful resort: the Zugspitzplatt.

This costs the trip to the Zugspitze

Prices Winter 2023/24

Summit ticket „Zugspitze“

Prices valid until 07.04.2024

Subject to changes and errors.

ascent / descent

one way

Adults

56.00

36.50

Adults from 60% degree of disability

48.00

Teenagers (16-18 years)

45.00

29.00

Children (6-15 years)

33.50

22.00

Dog

6.00

6.00

Families (children up to 18 years)

Parents + 1 child

126.00

82.00

Parents + 2 children

140.00

91.00

1 parent + 1 child

70.00

45.50

1 parent + 2 children

84.00

54.50

Additional child

14.00

9.00

Groups from 15 persons

(price per person)

Group adult

48.00

31.00

Group children, teenagers (6-18 years)

Students with teacher up to 21 years

29.00

19.00

Services:

  • 1x Ride with the Tiroler Zugspitzbahn
  • 1x Entrance to the adventure museum „Fascination Zugspitze“
  • 1x Entrance to the Snow Crystal World
  • Technical exhibition room at the base station
  • 1x Entrance to the BAHNORAMA at the base station
  • 4-countries panoramic view from the top
Glacier ticket „Rundreise“

Prices

Adults

62.00

Adults from 60% degree of disability

55.00

Teenagers (16-18 years)

49.50

Children (6-15 years)

31.00

Families (children up to 18 years)

Parents + 1 child

137.50

Parents + 2 children

160.00

1 parent + 1 child

82.50

1 parent + 2 children

110.00

Additional child   

27.50

Services:

  • 1x Up- and downhill ride to the top with the Tiroler Zugspitzbahn 
  • 1x Down- and uphill with the Bavarian Glacier Gondola to the Zugspitzplatt and back
  • 1x Entrance to the museum "Fascination Zugspitze"
  • 1x Entrance to the Snow Crystal World
  • 1x Entrance to the BAHNORAMA at the base station
  • Technical exhibition hall at the base station
  • 4-country panorama view on the viewing terrasse
This costs the trip to the Zugspitze

Prices Summer 2023

Summit ticket „Zugspitze“

Subject to changes and errors.

ascent / descent

one way

Adults

56.00

36.50

Adults from 60% degree of disability

48.00

Teenagers (16-18 years)

45.00

29.00

Children (6-15 years)

33.50

22.00

Families (children up to 18 years)

parents + 1 child

126.00

82.00

parents + 2 children

140.00

91.00

1 parent + 1 child

70.00

45.50

1 parent + 2 children

84.00

54.50

additional child

14.00

9.00

Groups from 15 persons

(price per person)

Group adult

48.00

31.00

Group children, teenagers (6-18 years)

Students with teacher up to 21 years

29.00

19.00

Dog

5.00

5.00

Services:

  • 1x Cable car ride to the top and back with the Tiroler Zugspitzbahn
  • 1x Entrance to the museum „Fascination Zugspitze“
  • 1x Entrance to the Snow Crystal World
  • Technical exhibition hall at the base station
  • 1x Entrance to the BAHNORAMA at the base station
  • 4-country panorama view on the viewing terrace
Combi-Ticket „Ehrwald hoch 2“

Prices valid until 05.11.2023

Prices

Adults

72.00

Teenagers (16-18 years)

57.50

Children (6-15 years)

43.00

Families (children up to 18 years)

Parents + 1 child 

163.00

Parents + 2 children 

182.00

1 parent + 1 child 

91.00

1 parent + 2 children 

110.00

additional child

19.00

Services:

  • 1x summit ticket "Erlebnis Zugspitze" (Zugspitze experience)
  • Ride with the Tiroler Zugspitzbahn
  • Entrance to the adventure museum "Fascination Zugspitze"
  • Entrance to the Snow Crystal World
  • Technical exhibition room at the base station
  • Entrance BAHNORAMA at the base station
  • 4-countries panoramic view from the top
  • 1x ascent and descent Ehrwalder Almbahn

The ticket can be used (only in summer) within 3 consecutive days.

Available at the Tiroler Zugspitzbahn and at the Ehrwalder Almbahn as well as at selected landlords.

Summit ticket „Rundreise“

Prices valid until 05.11.2023

Prices

Adults

68.00

Adults from 60% degree of disability

58.50

Teenagers (16-18 years)

54.50

Children (6-15 years)

34.00

Families (children up to 18 years)

parents + 1 child

148.00

parents + 2 children

160.00

1 parent + 1 child

80.00

1 parent + 2 children

92.00

Additional child

12.00

Services:

  • 1x Ascend & descend to the summit with the Tiroler Zugspitzbahn
  • 1x Round trip with the Bavarian cable car to the Zugspitzplatt and back
  • 1x Entrance to the adventure museum „Fascination Zugspitze“
  • 1x Entrance to the Snow Crystal World
  • Technical exhibition room at the base station
  • 1x Entrance to the BAHNORAMA at the base station
  • 4-countries panoramic view
Hiking ticket „Gatterl“

Prices valid until 05.11.2023

Prices

Adults

53.00

Teenagers (16-18 years)

41.50

Children (6-15 years)

31.50

Services:

  • 1x Uphill ride with the Tiroler Zugspitzbahn
  • 1x Entrance to the adventure museum „Fascination Zugspitze“
  • 1x Entrance to the Snow Crystal World
  • Technical exhibition room at the base station
  • 4-countries panoramic view on the top
  • Snow terrace almost all summer long
  • 1x Downhill ride to the Zugspitzplatt
  • After hiking tour (approx. 5 hours): 1x downhill ride with Ehrwalder Almbahn
  • 1x Bus ride back to Tiroler Zugspitzbahn
  • valid 4 days from date of purchase
  • 1x Entrance to the BAHNORAMA at the base station

Opening hours Tiroler Zugspitzbahn

Daily operation from 08:40 to 16:40 hrs, continuously every 20 minutes.
Extended operating times for evening events.

Season

Summer 2023

daily from 13.05 to 05.11.2023

In May, June, October and November the cable is not running in very bad weather conditions (with the exception of special events)

Winter 2023/24

01-03.12.2023, 08-10.12.2023 and daily from 15.12.2023 until 07.04.2024

Summer 2024

daily from 09.05 to 03.11.2024
In May, June, October and November the cable is not running in very bad weather conditions (with the exception of special events)

Holiday in the Tiroler Zugspitz Arena

Accommodation at the foot of the Zugspitze

Ehrwald, Lermoos, Berwang, Bichlbach, Biberwier, Heiterwang am See and Namlos: these seven places form the Tyrolean Zugspitz Arena, where a stay on the Austrian side of the mountain becomes a multifaceted experience. Would you also like to be a guest in this holiday region?

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