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Hidden Gems of Germany
Zugspitze, Garmisch-Partenkirchen
The Zugspitze (2,950 metres; 9,680 ft above sea level) is Germany's highest mountain peak. It lies south of the town of Garmisch-Partenkirchen, and the Austria–Germany border runs over its western summit. South of the mountain is the Zugspitzplatt, a high karst plateau with numerous caves. There is a good view of the lake Eibsee from the Zugspitze cable car and from the Bavarian Zugspitze Railway, both of which lead up to the Zugspitze. The varied landscape at the foot of the Zugspitze has lots to offer both in summer and in winter. On the slopes, on the ice, on a cross-country run, during a mountain hike, golfing or biking – the Bavarian Alps offer you countless opportunities to experience eventful moments.
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Schönau am Königssee is a municipality in the district of Berchtesgadener Land in the German state of Bavaria. It is located at the northern end of the Königssee lake. Lake Königssee with its emerald green color and nestled at the foot of the imposing eastern wall of Mount Watzmann in the heart of the Berchtesgaden National Park is one of nature's true masterpieces. The attractive electric passenger boats will take on a ride to St. Bartholomew's Church.During the crossing to St. Bartholomew the boatman plays his trumpet to lure out the world-famous Königssee echo from the steep rock face. In St. Bartholomew the lovely pilgrimage church is world-renowned for its wine-red onion domes.
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