rain, so what?
Bad weather ideas
Rainy days in Garmisch-Partenkirchen
GREY SKIES, COLORFUL PROGRAM
A glance out of the hotel window shows: rainy weather today. But that doesn't matter! Because even if Garmisch-Partenkirchen is particularly radiant in the sunshine - there is just as much to experience and discover here in bad weather. Even if the clouds over your vacation destination are grey, the bad weather program in Garmisch-Partenkirchen is colourful and varied. Museum visits or shopping, indoor sports or wellness? With so many bad weather alternatives, you'll almost wish the sun wasn't shining every day during your vacation!
MUSEUMS & EXHIBITIONS
In Garmisch-Partenkirchen you will find many exciting museums and exhibitions that are not only worth a visit when it's raining.
Tip: Numerous events take place in Garmisch-Partenkirchen throughout the year. Take a look at the calendar of events, maybe you can make a rainy day
maybe you can sweeten a rainy day with a concert or a theater performance!
SIGHTS & EXCURSION TIPS
Even if the changeable weather is too risky for an extended hike, it might be just right for a stroll through historic Garmisch or charming Partenkirchen! Stroll through the picturesque alleyways, discover masterful air paintings as you pass by or treat yourself to a piece of cake in one of the numerous cafés during a short rain shower. Who knows, maybe you'll discover a completely different side of Garmisch-Partenkirchen during a guided tour when the sun isn't shining brightly from the sky!
Numerous sights and excursion destinations in and around Garmisch-Partenkirchen invite you to new adventures even on gray days. How about a guided tour of the impressive Olympic ski jump, for example? Or a shopping trip to Innsbruck?
If you're looking for a mix of museum visits, fun, action and good photo spots, then the “Magic Bavaria” upside-down adventure museum in Munich is the right place for you!
The famous Partnach gorge is also a worthwhile excursion destination in bad weather. Don't you think so? Then you haven't seen the whirlpools and waves that roar through the gorge when the water volume increases!
RELAXATION AND WELLNESS
Rumor has it that many a guest secretly wishes for a little rain in between during their vacation in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Why? So that he or she can enjoy the wellness offers of the Bavarian vacation region for a day without a guilty conscience. Our tip: day spa, thermal baths & massages!
Relaxation just around the corner: Is the wellness area not only a must-stop for you in bad weather, but also indispensable after an eventful day in the fresh air? Then get an overview of the wellness & spa offers in the region here.
EXPERIENCE SHOP
LOTS OF EXPERIENCES FOR RAINY DAYS
INDOOR SPORTS FOR RAINY DAYS
Did you actually come to Garmisch-Partenkirchen to really burn off some energy? To give your all at climbing, golfing or playing tennis - and now the rainy weather is putting a spanner in the works? Then let the rain be rain and just do what you feel like doing anyway! Train whatever you feel like and start your next outdoor adventure, because nobody has ever let a bit of rain spoil their vacation in Garmisch-Partenkirchen! Our indoor sports activities will make your heart beat faster!
TENNIS SCHOOLS
Would you like to improve your skills or learn the sport for the first time? Here, in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, you are in the best place to learn this action-packed sport.
SPORT HALLS
Especially during the winter months and in bad weather, the indoor tennis courts in Garmisch-Partenkirchen are ideal for trying out the sport or improving your skills.
BOWLING
Bowling is fun for the whole family and just the thing when the weather is bad, so you can still have a great time.
And Zugspitz Bowling in Garmisch-Partenkirchen is just the place to go.
INDOOR GOLFSIMULATOR
You want to play on one of the most famous golf courses in the world - no problem with the indoor golf simulator. And without having to lug your golf bag around.
The indoor golf simulator turns a rainy afternoon into a real change of pace.
BOULDERING
Since March 2024, there has been a new bouldering hall in Garmisch-Partenkirchen - an adventure for beginners to pros, young and old.
You can climb the walls on a variety of routes and there is an exciting children's area with a slide for the little ones.
