January 25, 2023
Reaching new heights: Hiking in Garmisch around and up the Zugspitze
Part 1 of our new outdoor blog series 'The most beautiful hikes'
The region around the Zugspitze offers a wide range of hiking options all year round with varying degrees of difficulty through wild and untouched landscapes.
What could be better than using the days to explore nature and enjoy the beauty of the mountains? We have decided to start a new outdoor blog series in which we will introduce you to the most beautiful hikes in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. In our outdoor blog posts, we will provide you with information about the different hiking trails, the views, the difficulty levels and everything you need for a successful hike. Look forward to breathtaking landscapes and be inspired. Follow us at alpinloacker.com or sign up for our newsletter so you don't miss any of the upcoming blog posts.
We'll start in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bavaria. The Zugspitze region with Germany's highest mountain is an experience for the senses and has over 300 kilometers of hiking trails. Only around an hour's drive from Munich, it is a popular destination in the border triangle and just as easy to reach by bus or train. Whether you are an experienced mountaineer, climbing enthusiast, family outing or trail runner, everyone will find a hike to suit their taste in the mountains around Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The Zugspitze at 2,962m is a must for every summiteer and, with a few tips and tricks, can also be managed by beginners. If you just want to enjoy the breathtaking view, you can take the Zugspitze cable car up. As there are no mountains of comparable height in the vicinity of the Zugspitze, you have the opportunity to discover four countries from there: Germany, Italy, Austria, and Switzerland. Some of the most striking peaks in the vicinity are the Grossglockner at 3,798 meters, the Wildspitze at 3,768 meters, the Ortler at 3,905 meters and the Piz Bernina at 4,049 meters.
The Zugspitze itself is Germany's highest mountain at 2,962m and requires a certain amount of experience and surefootedness.
Easy hiking trails with great views for the whole family
The many easy hikes in the region are a particularly popular choice for beginners and families. One highlight is definitely the ascent of the Wank mountain (elevation gain: approx. 1100 m - ascent & descent). It offers a breathtaking view of the mountain ranges and Zugspitze, as well as the famous Olympic ski jump. The Sonnenalm or Wankhaus are great places to stop for a bite to eat. The ascent can be a little strenuous in places - hiking poles can help here. The route can also be shortened as required thanks to the middle stations. For the little ones, it is a good idea to take the Wank cable car up and hike down at a leisurely pace.
An equally popular destination for easy hikes in Garmisch is the Eibsee - a picturesque lake with a magnificent view of the Zugspitze. The perfect circular hike including swimming fun in spring, summer and fall. In winter, the toboggan hike around the lake is very popular with families - however, there may be icy sections in places. Gaiters and Grödel boots are recommended here to protect against wet socks and slipping.
After an easy hike from the Wank mountain, you have a wonderful view of the Zugspitz region and the Olympic ski jump
Another highlight is a visit to the Partnachklamm gorge. An impressive gorge with a rushing mountain stream and spectacular rock formations. The path through the gorge is well developed and leads through narrow passages and over wooden bridges. The hike to the Partnach Gorge starts at the Olympic Stadium and runs along the Partnach river to the valley station of the Graseck cable car. An asphalt path then leads to the entrance of the gorge and along the river over bridges, tunnels and galleries with impressive views into the deeply carved gorge. At the end of the gorge, the Partnach River opens up into a wide valley that invites you to play and relax. As it can get quite wet in some places and there are many puddles, a rain jacket and rain gaiters are recommended for this section.
A varied return route leads via Graseck. The route continues along steep hairpin bends along the road to Wildenau, back to the starting point at the Olympic Stadium. The Partnach Gorge is open all year round (tickets can be purchased on site or online). In winter, you can admire the bizarre beauty of ice and snow. The path is lined with icicles, which in some places are even frozen into impressive curtains. The crystal-clear water of the river appears particularly blue, creating a special flair for an impressive experience. In the cold season, however, light crampons for hiking boots are highly recommended to reduce the risk of slipping. It is also definitely cooler and thermal clothing, such as merino underwear , is recommended.
For experienced hikers, the Partnach is the start of the classic route to the Zugspitze, which was taken by the first climber Josef Naus in 1820. Here you hike via the Bockhütte, the Reintalangerhütte and the Knorrhütte up to the Zugspitzplatt and then to the summit.
The Partnach Gorge offers mystical paths with a length of 699 meters and a depth of around 80 meters.
The Eibsee not only offers a chance to cool off after a long hike in summer, but also a breathtaking backdrop.
For summiteers
The famous Zugspitze is of course a must: the peak season for climbing is in summer from June to September. Caution: In early and late summer, it can still snow at higher altitudes - thermal clothing is essential here with constant temperature changes. Some routes - for example through the Höllental valley - are much trickier, so the right hiking equipment is also extremely important! Here we have listed 4 routes that lead to the Zugspitze. With the Zugspitzbahn, anyone can reach the top in seven minutes. By contrast, it takes seven to eight hours to climb on foot. Climbing the Zugspitze is physically demanding, but technically feasible - as long as you choose the right route, wear the right hiking clothing and have a good hydration system . Telescopic or foldable hiking poles are perfect here and protect joints and muscles. Lightweight crampons and gaiters help in muddy and icy places. The constant temperature changes require good hiking clothing - merino midlayers and merino underwear as well as insulating jackets and rain protection are recommended here.
1. The Reintal route is an easy trail that leads from Garmisch-Partenkirchen through the Partnachklamm gorge via the Reintalangerhütte (1370 meters) and Knorrhütte (2052 meters) to the "Sonnalpin" station. It is possible to shorten the route with the mountain railroad. Overnight stays in various huts are possible, but you should find out about capacity beforehand.
2. The Höllental route is the most challenging to the summit - it runs via the Höllentalangerhütte (1387 meters), which leads over a glacier and a via ferrata. Absolute experience in alpine sports and the right outdoor equipment are absolutely essential here, as is a head for heights. It is possible to book a guided tour with experienced mountain guides.
3. The via ferrata "Stopselzieher" is a via ferrata from Wiener Neustädter and requires surefootedness, a head for heights, good physical condition and good outdoor equipment. This climb is more challenging than the route through the Reintal valley and less spectacular than the route through the Höllental valley. Overnight stays in huts are possible, but you will often need your own sleeping bags, such as a hut sleeping bag , and food. It is advisable to find out about the regulations from the DAV in advance.
4. The Gatterl tour is an easy day tour that is 16 km long and leads over the Gatterl on the border between Germany and Austria. It is one of the easier routes to the Zugspitze. However, it is important to note that you are still in high alpine terrain here. There is also the option of using the glacier cable car from the Zugspitzplatt to the summit. The trail leads over scree and snowfields, past the Bavarian customs guard huts, to the serviced Knorrhütte. There is also a small via ferrata of approx. 100 meters in altitude to master, but it is very easy and can be done without a safety harness.
The Zugspitze - the highest mountain in Germany and home to the northernmost glacier in the Alpine region.
Conclusion
The list of hiking tours and countless opportunities for all kinds of mountain sports around the Zugspitze, Garmisch, the Karwendel mountains and the Alpine region is long. For most people, their first visit to the town of 26,000 inhabitants was certainly not their last. As Garmisch attracts not only hikers but also skiers, ice skaters and cyclists during the vacation season, it is best to visit in the quiet months between the main seasons. One thing is for sure - all mountain lovers will get their money's worth in Garmisch!
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The bâtons de randonnée are much more than a simple piece of cool equipment. They offer you many advantages and make your hike an absolute moment. However, certain preconceptions and false ideas persist.
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- Comment ajuster les poteaux
- Quelles sont les options de transport ?
- Comment reconnaître les bons bâtons de randonnée
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Pourquoi les bâtons de randonnée sont-ils utiles ?
You've probably often been asked: "Why are hiking bikes useful? " The reasons for which someone uses hiking boots can be very different. In principle, having Bâtons de randonnée have many positive characteristics and advantages:
1. un soutien commun
Les bâtons de randonnée ont un effet soulageant
- pieds,
- Jambes,
- Genou
- et retour.
Especially when descending a slope, the mountain is very heavily loaded. By using your mountaineering boots, you will save energy, your concentration will not decrease so quickly and you will be safer during the descent.
2. brine
The majority of hiking accidents occur through glisser or trébucher. If you are also fatigued and your concentration diminishes, the risk of falling is even greater.
The randonnée bâtons are like extensions of your chest that support you and offer you better adherence. This gives you additional stability and improves your sense of balance.
3. posture et respiration
The randonneurs who use the bâtons de randonnée can simultaneously improve their posture. Si vous avez une grave... En plein air Sac à dos If you put it on your back, the straps support your vertical posture. Cela soulage votre colonne vertébrale de la meilleure façon possible.
Bâtons de randonnée à savoir provoquer l'entrée posture droite. It is almost impossible not to walk out with the hiking boots.
- Vos épaules ne peuvent pas " s'effondrer " devant.
- De plus, la posture droite favorise la respiration. Vous pouvez respirer plus facilement.
Expert advice: Conscious breathing is essential in endurance sports so that you can stay focused for longer, avoid fatigue and thus remain accident-free.
4. security
As you can see from the previous points, the hiking boots help you in several ways. Vous pouvez rester sans accident plus longtemps en...
- Vos articulations soutenues,
- favoriser votre équilibre,
- Vous n'exercez pas de pression supplémentaire sur votre posture, mais favorisez plutôt une posture saine.
Generally speaking, this aid to walking has a positive effect on your energy balance, so you can really benefit from walking during your hikes in the mountains with the bikes.
5th Marche nordique
Le mouvement dynamique de la marche nordique
- fatigue le cœur et la circulation,
- stimulates metabolism,
- renforce les muscles et les os
- et s'attaque aux kilos en trop.
If you balance the alpine bikes properly from front to back, you will also strengthen your chest, legs and back.
Instructions pas à pas : régler correctement les bâtons de randonnée
Étape 1 : Choisir les bons bâtons de randonnée
Before adjusting your hiking boots, it is important to choose the model that best suits your needs. Pay attention to the length, the material and the poles of the shoes to ensure that they are adapted to your size and style of hiking.
Étape 2 : Déterminez la longueur optimale
LeBâtonsde randonnée ils devraientAdaptéau terrain devenir. The boots should be slightly longer on the descent and slightly longer on the ascent. However, as a general rule, the alpine towers must be fixed for as long as possible.
- que la main puisse facilement saisir la poignée,
- tandis que le bras est à angle droit par rapport au sol.
- L'avant-bras is parallèle au sol et plié au level du coude.
Quels bâtons de randonnée pour quelle morphologie ?
Many companies offer direct lines to determine the length adapted to the height. However, the way in which a building is adjusted can be very individual. As described below, it is important that the base adjustment is at the right angle.
Quelle doit être la longueur des bâtons de marche nordique ?
Since this question is often specific to the northern buildings, we will address it separately here.
- The distance between the belt and your body must be around half the length of a breast.
- As soon as your chest is tilted at an angle of 90 degrees, the bâtons must end at the level of your forefoot.
- The principle of 90 degrees is exactly the same as that of the classic "bâtons de randonnée".
- There is also a method for calculating the length. To do this, multiply your taille in centimètres by 0.7. The result is the length of the building.
Étape 3 : Ajustez la hauteur des bâtons de randonnée
Recherchez le mécanisme de réglage sur vos bâtons de randonnée. It can be a turning wheel, a pliage system or a pressure wheel. Desserrez le fermoir pour ajuster les bâtons. Tirez ou poussez les tiges télescopiques pour régler la hauteur souhaitée. Make sure that the marks on the parts correspond to ensure that the two parts are positioned at the same height.
Étape 4 : Ajustez les dragonnes
The hiking boots are generally supplied with straps that allow you to hold the boots without tightening them. Glissez votre main dans la boucle et ajustez la taille de la boucle pour qu'elle s'adapte confortablement. You should adjust the sling in such a way that it can be easily slid inside and outside without being too loose or too tight.
Étape 5 : Vérifiez les conseils
Check the points of your hiking boots to ensure that they are intact and sufficiently flexible to offer good adhesion on various surfaces. If necessary, you can replace or replace the used fasteners.
Étape 6 : Test de fonctionnement et réglage fin
Before setting off for a longer hike with the hiking boots that you have prepared, do a little test. Take a few steps and check that the length and straps are comfortable and comfortable. Adjust the parameters if necessary to obtain an optimal hiking experience.
Comment bien marcher avec des bâtons de randonnée ?
When hiking, we often start walking without thinking about our walking technique. This is not surprising at all. After all, our functioning is automatic.
However, if you want to exploit the full potential of your mountain bikes, you should pay attention to a few points when using them:
1. ajustez correctement la taille
First of all, adjust your hiking boots to the right size. Consult our instructions step by step.
2. tenez correctement la poignée
A common error is a poor pressure, where the ball is often simply enfilée from the top. Vous devez passer correctement la boucle par le bas afin de pouvoir exercer une pression sur le bâton même avec une main ouverte ou lâche.
This allows you to open your hands during the backswing without sacrificing any comfort.
Conseil d'expert : Pour éviter que vos mains n'aient des crampes, vous devez vous assurer de garder votre prise lâche lorsque vous effectuez le swing.
Important : La boucle ne doit être utilisée que sur un terrain relativement plat. If you tombez et vous emmêlez, vous ne pourrez pas saisir la poignée ou vous soutenir. The risk of injury is therefore much higher.
3. posture correcte
In order to achieve the best possible effect, it is advisable to always hold the bales close to your body. On terrain plat, the bats are positioned diagonally in relation to the jowls and are used alternately, according to the natural movement pattern.
4. marcher sur un terrain escarpé
On the ground, two-storey use is the most private option. During assembly and disassembly, the frames are generally positioned on both sides and you can easily move them with your two feet. This guarantees stability and support.
5. descendez
The double floor technique is also the best choice in descente. You don't need to push the points of the bales into the terrain, but rather to secure or hold the pole in order to be able to realize a specific technique. In this way, you do not slip and avoid chutes.
6. traversées
During the croisement, the poles do not need to be adjusted differently. It is sufficient to hold the mounting bracket under the poignée and, from the descente side, to set the poignée as a bouton par le haut.
7. terrain et traversées très raides
Vous devez traverser des terrains très escarpés et effectuer des traversées sans utiliser de boucles. The bâton must be used "only" as a support. There is also the possibility of using a bâton on two hands.
"It's an old-fashioned method, as alpinists used to do back then. According to Wolfgang Loacker, guide de montagne et de ski expérimenté à Montafon."
In principle, you can only go off-road if you are sufficiently fit and experienced, or if you are accompanied by an expert.
Fixez des bâtons pliants au sac à dos
On certain stretches or in the buses and trains, you don't need footbridges. Flat shoes ont ici un avantage décisif.
They can be folded into a single load and are extremely easy to transport thanks to their small size and low weight. Here's what you need to know about transporting your randonnée bikes:
Les bâtons dans le sac à dos
Idéalement, vous ne devez attacher aucun équipement à l'extérieur du sac à dos.
"It's safer to keep your hiking boots in your backpack. On the one hand, they can easily be lost and in the event of a chute, the risk of injury is higher," explains Wolfgang Loacker, mountain and ski guide from Austria.
In addition, hiking in the mountains is done with the bag à dos hiking packs, which are more difficult and more dangerous. The weight tends to go uphill and downhill. This puts your lower back to the test and demands more strength.
Le conseil sur le sac à dos
The fixation option depends a lot on your pack à dos. In the majority of cases, trekking and randonnée packs à dos have straps and cords that allow you to insert and remove the bags.
Pour les boucles (la pointe) est insérée en bas. La petite boucle est utilisée pour les bâtons sans plaques, et la grande boucle est utilisée pour les bâtons avec plaques.
Les plaques generally prevent the points of the bâtons from slipping. But you can Plaque de bâton can also be rejected in just a few steps.
Sangles de compression
Les sangles de compression sont pour la plupart des boucles situées à droite ou à gauche du sac à dos qui peuvent resserrées. The hiking boots are therefore closed and tightened. This means that your bags will not swing forward and will rest securely and safely on your backpack.
Velcro and serre-câbles
An alternative is to use external Velcro attachments and cable straps to attach the hiking bags to your backpack. These methods require that you already have an existing system on your bag à dos where you can attach your Velcro external or your cable attachments. In particular, the Velcro method is only for transport adaptation.
Comment transporter des bâtons de randonnée dans un avion ?
The randonnée or trekking bikes are not authorized in the main bags. This also applies to telescope Bâtons de randonnéewhich can be carried. This is because hiking or trekking bikes are considered dangerous objects at safety checkpoints, as they can potentially be used as weapons.
Hiking boots can only be loaded in registered bags. The pliable or telescopic hiking boots are an advantage here. Ceux-ci peuvent facilement être rangés dans une valise ou un sac à dos. There are no additional costs to pay and the case can be unpacked for storage.
À bâtons non pliables il faut en avoir un frais supplémentaires doit être payé car c'est un bagage volumineux et ce type de bâtons ne rentre pas dans la valise. The only exception to main bags concerns medical aids such as quills or cannulas if they are necessary for a medical reason.
Quelle astuce pour quelle surface ?
During your visit, you will often be confronted with different surfaces. That's why our bâtons de randonnée are also supplied with various accessories.
- Les accessoires pour asphalte sont particulièrement adaptés à une utilisation sur des surfaces dures. They protect the metal point of the walkway from inutile abrasion.
- Pour une utilisation en montagne, vous devez utiliser vos bâtons sans attache supplémentaire.
- Unless you are hiking on the bumps. Nous vous recommandons de visser ici les fixations de boue. They will prevent the naufrage. As their name indicates, you can also use them in the ground, on the ground and on the sand.
Les accessoires de marche nordique inclus vous permettent de marcher rapidement et d'augmenter votre vitesse plus facilement.
Puis-je marcher sur la neige et la glace avec des bâtons de randonnée ?
Oui! Thanks to the included snow plates, you can also use your hiking boots in winter. The accessories are ideal for use on snow. If you want to traverse snow-covered passages, you can use the pointe without an embout. This offers you maximum support.
Conclusion : Quels sont les bons bâtons de randonnée ?
Your personal requirements come first. This is the first indication of the way in which you should choose your bikes so that they become a "good" bike for you. The size and weight will help you in this respect. When it comes to good hiking boots, the second priority must always be the quality/price ratio. Comparisons and experience reports can be useful here.
If you are not sure of the occasions for which you will be using the bâtons, it is advisable not to make any purchases that are too specific. However, some of the bâtonsquefor several fields of application can be used for purchasing.
However, it's important to choose the right frame depending on the use for which it is intended. If you mainly need a hut for trekking in the open country, an aluminum telescopic hut should suffice.
However, if you also want to hike for several days or in the mountains, the pliable aluminum or carbon fiber hikes are recommended. There is no clear answer as to what constitutes a good hiking boot and what does not.
If it has been used and manipulated incorrectly, the cheapest and lightest carbon brick will be of no use to you. It is much more important to take care of the material and to know your own needs in order to choose an adapted clay.
FAQ on the subject of bâtons de randonnée :
Dois-je choisir des bâtons de randonnée fixes ou télescopiques ?
Be that as it may, it is not possible to answer this question in general terms. The use of the different models is partly a question of taste. On the other hand, it also depends on the field of application. If you appreciate the light weight and small size, you should choose the telescopic trekking poles.
They are installed and ready to be used in no time at all. If, on the other hand, you appreciate the rigidity and the fact that you need a lot of stakes, then solid hiking stakes are more suitable.
Mes bâtons de randonnée ne sont plus détectés : que faire ?
If your hikers' bikes can no longer be locked, you can consider several possible solutions:
Checkthe locks: Make sure that the locks or pins of the hikers' bikes are properly locked. Sometimes, they may be damaged or may not lock properly.
Nettoyer les bâtons : Salt, salty or humid conditions can affect the mechanisms of your hiking boots. Nettoyez soigneusement les poteaux pour vous assurer qu'ils fonctionnent correctement.
Graisser les fixations : Si les loquets sont bloqués ou difficiles à déplacer, vous pouvez appliquer un peu de lubrifiant ou un spray de silicone sur les mécanismes pour les faire bouger à nouveau en douceur.
Comment nettoyer mes bâtons de randonnée ?
As long as they are properly treated and worn, hiking boots can be a reliable companion for many years. If your hiking boots are worn, you should adjust them to their full length and clean them with a clean chiffon. This also applies if your shoes come into contact with salt or water.
Make sure that the salt does not penetrate into the various segments, as this could impair the function. If you want to give your hiking boots a longer break, make sure you store them in a safe and clean place. A humid sunroom or garage is not suitable.
