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Visit Alpine Adventures, located in the main lobby, where "eager-to-please" activity specialists can help you take full advantage of the cultural and recreation opportunities this area has to offer. The Edelpost Weekly describes the Alpine Adventures schedule of events and is located on your guest room desk upon your arrival.

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HorseRide

Horse & Carriage Rides (Summer / Winter)
Enjoy the simple pleasure of a horse-drawn carriage ride through beautiful Garmisch-Partenkirchen. One of our most popular activities that the whole family can enjoy and a great way to get acquainted to Garmisch.

   


Partnach Gorge Tour (Summer / Winter)
We'll drive to the 1936 Olympic Ski Stadium and walk 20 minutes up to the gorge. There we will begin the awe inspiring journey through the Partnach Gorge. It is a 20 minute mild flat hike through the gorge with a steep incline at the end to get out.   The decision will be made by each individual to either, walk up and over the gorge, or to turn around and walk back through. The group will all meet back up at the entrance of the gorge. After there may be time for a guesthouse stop and/or a ride on the summer rodelbahn (if weather permits).
INCLUDED: Transportation, gorge admission fee and guide
REQUIRED: Participants should wear seasonal clothing, weather appropriate gear, rain gear, comfortable walking shoes, plenty of water, snacks and euros for refreshments or rodelbahn fee.
LIMITS: Not recommended for kids under 8 and no strollers

 
Griesbrau Brewery

Griesbräu Brewery Tour
We will visit the Griesbräu Brewery in the beautiful town of Murnau for a special guided English tour, all about the process of making various types of beer. This tour is unique because it gives you hands on, behind the scene look at all the areas that the brewery uses to make the beer. A tasting of their signature beers and time to enjoy the beer hall atmosphere is included. Not recommended for young children, Minimum of 5 participants

   
climbing

Indoor Rock Climbing (Summer / Winter)
Introductory class to the sport of rock climbing. Learn basic rock climbing skills, rope work, knots, belay, rappel systems and safety procedures.  This class is held at the Hausberg Sport Lodge.
INCLUDED: Transportation, equipment and instructor
REQUIRED: Participants should wear loose fitting comfortable pants or shorts, bring snacks, drinks and sturdy hiking shoes or boots.
LIMITS: Min. age 6, Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult, blue jeans not recommended

 
Eibsee

Eibsee Excursion (Summer Season)
A short bus ride to the foot of Germany's highest mountain brings us to Lake Eibsee. First we will enjoy a boat ride around the lake (weather permitting).   Then guests have the option to relax at the lakeside restaurant (prices in euros), walk around the lake (4.5 miles total), sunbathe on the rock beach or take out a paddle boat for 8 euros an hour. Make sure not to forget your camera.  
INCLUDED: Transportation and boat ride fare
REQUIRED: Participants should wear seasonal clothing, weather appropriate gear, and comfortable walking shoes, desired swimming/sunbathing attire. Bring euros for any personal expenses (paddle boats, food or souvenirs)

   

bike tour

Garmisch-Partenkirchen Bike Tour (Summer Season)
Get the perfect orientation of the Garmisch valley by bike at a fun and relaxing pace. This five hour tour includes visits the historic city centers. Along the way we will point out the many unique murals, important sites and buildings. Enjoy lunch and the local farmers marketing in the Marienplatz. After this tour you will understand the history and culture of our quaint and beautiful Alpine city.  

INCLUDED : Bike and guide
REQUIRED: Participants should wear seasonal clothing, weather appropriate gear, and suitable shoes. Bring Euros for lunch and shopping.

 
cake by the lake

Cake by the Lake and Olympic Bobsled Walk (Summer / Winter)
We will walk from the hotel going on a short hike up to the Reisersee Lake, a site used in the 1936 Winter Olympic bobsled race. A guide will provide you information about the area. There is an opportunity for a lakeside stroll, great views with mountain reflections on the lake and a possible trek through the old bobsled course. Afterward we will stop at the Reisersee Café for refreshments.  
NOTE: Cake not included.
REQUIRED: Participants should wear seasonal clothing, weather appropriate gear, and comfortable walking shoes. Bring Euros for refreshments at the Reisersee Restaurant.

 

Munich Zoo (Summer Season)
A great trip for the whole family. We head to Munich for a day at the world famous zoo.   It is one of the largest in Germany.   There are multiple vendors around the zoo for refreshments and merchandise, prices are in euros.   Wagons are available for around €5.00 to pull your child or things around for the day.  
INCLUDED: Transportation and zoo admission fee
REQUIRED: Participants should wear seasonal clothing, weather appropriate gear and comfortable walking shoes.   Bring lunches, snacks, and drinks. Box lunches are available from Market Station (order by 1900 the night before) Bring euros for any extra personal expenses (food, merchandise, wagons).  


   

Just for Kids (Summer Season)
Our Just for Kids staff knows how to create the perfect mix of fun, adventure and learning for kids. Our instructors have an enthusiasm for activities, culture and environment that will spread to your kids and give them the same excitement. Activities range for ice skating, hiking, mini golf, summer slide, the Munich Zoo, a reptile house, Arts and Crafts, boat ride, castle cookie hunt and more.   Sign up in Alpine Adventures.
AGES: 5-12
INCLUDES: lunch and activities fees

*A minimum of 4 paid children for the program to run.
*Children must be 5 year old on the day of participation.

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Kids Night Out
(Summer and Winter Season)
Let us entertain your kids for the evening.   After Dinner (included in the program) our instructors will take the kids outside for some fresh air fun (weather permitting) and then over to our Just for Kids center with multiple activities and fun for all.  
AGES: 5-12
INCLUDES: Transportation and dinner
REQUIRED: Jackets and/or weather appropriate clothing for outdoor play

*A minimum of 4 paid children for the program to run.
*Children must be 5 year old on the day of participation.

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Summer Tour Schedule: 1 May - 31 October 2012

Day Tour Time Adult
(15 & up)
Child
(5-14)
Infant
(0-4)
Monday Berchtesgaden Eagle's Nest
0700 - 2000
$57
$39
$20
  Just For Kids (ages 5-12)
0830 - 1630
$40
  Neuschwanstein Castle
0830 - 1630
$41
$31
$15
  Photo Memories
0900 - 0915
Free Flickr.com download
  Indoor Rock Climbing
0900 - 1300
$20
$20
  Partnach Gorge
1300 - 1630
$17
$12
$10
Tuesday Three Country Bus Tour
0700 - 2000
$57
$39
$20
  Just For Kids (ages 5-12)
0830 - 1630
$40
  Crown Jewels of Munich City
0830 - 1700
$39
$29
$15
  Bavarian Brotzeit / Ettal
1000 - 1430
$30
$20
$10
  Kids Night Out (ages 5-12)
1800 - 2100
$25 First Child, $20 each sibling
  Horse & Carriage Rides
1800 - 1910
$20
$15
$15
   
1910 - 2020
   
2020 - 2130
  Griesbrau Brewery
1815 - 2200
$39
Wednesday Bolzano & Vipiteno, Italy
0700 - 2000
$57
$39
$20
  Just For Kids (ages 5-12)
0830 - 1630
$40
  Linderhof Palace
0830 - 1430
$35
$25
$15
  Munich Zoo Family Outing
0900 - 1600
$35
$25
$10
  Partnach Gorge Bike & Hike
1300 - 1700
$25
$17
  NEW! Mittenwald Brewery
1600 - 2100
$39
  Photo Memories
1700 - 1715
Free Flickr.com download
Thursday Three Country Bus Tour
0700 - 2000
$57
$39
$20
  Just For Kids (ages 5-12)
0830 - 1630
$40
  Neuschwanstein Castle
0830 - 1630
$41
$31
$15
  Bavarian Brotzeit / Ettal
1000 - 1430
$30
$20
$10
  Kids Night Out (ages 5-12)
1800 - 2100
$25 First Child, $20 each sibling
  Horse & Carriage Rides
1800 - 1910
$20
$15
$15
   
1910 - 2020
   
2020 - 2130
Friday Bolzano & Vipiteno, Italy
0700 - 2000
$57
$39
$20
  Just For Kids (ages 5-12)
0830 - 1630
$40
  Innsbruck City & Crystal World
0830 - 1700
$41
$29
$15
  Garmisch-Partenkirchen City
0900 - 1500
$25
$15
$10
  Photo Memories
1700 - 1715
Free Flickr.com download
  Griesbrau Brewery
1815 - 2200
$39
Saturday Berchtesgaden Eagle's Nest
0700 - 2000
$57
$39
$20
  Neuschwanstein Castle
0830 - 1630
$41
$31
$15
  Partnach Gorge
1300 - 1630
$17
$12
$10
  Kids Night Out (ages 5-12)
1800 - 2100
$25 First Child, $20 each sibling
  Horse & Carriage Rides
1800 - 1910
$20
$15
$15
   
1910 - 2020
   
2020 - 2130
Sunday Dachau Concentration Camp
0830 - 1700
$35
$25
$15
  Eibsee Boat Ride
1300 - 1700
$17
$12
$10
  Indoor Rock Climbing
1730 - 2130
$27
$27
 

Winter Tour Schedule: 1 November 2012 - 30 April 2013

Day Tour Time Adult
(15 & up)
Child
(5-14)
Infant
(0-4)
Monday Neuschwanstein Castle
0830 - 1700
$43
$33
$15
  Photo Memories
0900 - 0915
Free Flickr.com download
  Griesbrau Brewery
1815 - 2200
$39
  Partnach Gorge Night
1845 - 2215
$22
$17
Tuesday Munich City and Shopping Tour
0900 - 1700
$39
$29
$15
  Bavarian Brotzeit / Ettal Monastery
1000 - 1430
$25
$15
$10
  Horse and Carriage Rides
1700 - 1810
$20
$15
$15
   
10810 - 1920
   
1920 - 2030
  Night Sledding
1730 - 2200
$39
  Kids Night Out (ages 5-12)
1800 - 2100
$25 first child, $20 each sibling
Wednesday Linderhof Palace
0900 - 1630
$39
$29
$15
Partnach Gorge Day Tour
1300 - 1630
$17
$12
$10
Photo Memories
1700 - 1715
Free Flickr.com download
Griesbrau Brewery
1815 - 2200
$39
Thursday Neuschwanstein Castle
0830 - 1700
$43
$33
$15
  Bavarian Brotzeit / Ettal Monastery
1000 - 1430
$25
$15
$10
  Horse and Carriage Rides
1700 - 1810
$20
$15
$15
   
10810 - 1920
   
1920 - 2030
  Indoor Rock Climbing
1730 - 2130
$27
$27
  Kids Night Out (ages 5-12)
1800 - 2100
$25 first child, $20 each sibling
  Partnach Gorge Night Tour
1845 - 2215
$22
$17
Friday Innsbruck City and Crystal World
0900 - 1700
$41
$31
$15
  Garmisch-Partenkirchen City
0900 - 1400
$20
$15
$10
  Photo Memories
1700 - 1715
Free Flickr.com download
  Night Sledding
1730 - 2200
$39
  Griesbrau Brewery
1815 - 2200
$39
Saturday Neuschwanstein Castle
0830 - 1700
$43
$33
$15
  Bavarian Brotzeit / Ettal Monastery
1000 - 1430
$25
$15
$10
  Horse and Carriage Rides
1700 - 1810
$20
$15
$15
   
10810 - 1920
   
1920 - 2030
  Kids Night Out (ages 5-12)
1800 - 2100
$25 first child, $20 each sibling
  Partnach Gorge Night Tour
1845 - 2215
$22
$17
Sunday Dachau Concentration Camp
0900 - 1700
$35
$25
$15
  Partnach Gorge Day Tour
1300 - 1630
$17
$12
$10
  Indoor Rock Climbing
1730 - 2130
$27
$27
 
 

All tours and prices subject to change. Please contact Vacation Planning to book or check availability.
All tours need a minimum of 5 paying guests for the tour to run. Please check with Alpine Adventures upon arrival for any other leisure activities added to the weekly Edelpost schedule.

Note: All children 4 and under must pay for a seat, there will be no children sitting on laps for any of our leisure activities, due to the transportation used.

All participants must be present at the departure/start time. If you are not present at the start time, your spots can/will be given away to any people on the waitlist. Please contact Alpine Adventures in the event that you will be running late due to extreme circumstances.

 

Packing List :
• Suitable hiking pants and shorts, please no jeans!
• Waterproof jacket and pants (Gore-Tex or similar)
• Rain cover for pack and umbrella
• Sunglasses and Sun Hat
• Water bottle, minimum 1 liter
• Sunscreen and lip balm w/ sunscreen, the sun is very strong at altitude
• Sturdy hiking boots or hiking shoes
• Extra t-shirt (polypropylene or other moisture wicking material recommended)
• Euro money for food and drink along the way

 

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Updated: 12 JUN 2012

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