Zugspitze is a ski resort in Germany. It offers around 17 km of marked pistes served by 8 lifts. The skiable terrain rises from 2000 m at the base to 2650 m at its highest point, a vertical drop of 650 m.
The skiing and terrain
Zugspitze’s pistes break down into 4 km of easy (blue) runs, 13 km of intermediate (red) runs, 0 km of difficult (black) runs. The balanced spread of runs suits mixed-ability groups who want variety.
Who it suits
Stronger intermediates and advanced skiers get the most from the mountain, though there is terrain to learn on too.
Season and snow
With a summit around 2650 m, the upper slopes hold snow well through the core winter months. As with any resort, snow cover varies year to year, so it is worth confirming conditions close to your trip.
Lift pass and getting there
A day pass costs in the region of €69. For the latest pricing, multi-day deals and opening dates, check the resort’s official channels before you travel. Compare Zugspitze with other resorts using our ski resort directory.