Garmisch to Meran with Charm

From the tranquil Olympic city of Garmisch-Partenkirchen, you hike in the direction of South Tyrol. You travel through the region of Tyrol until you finally arrive in Merano. In addition to impressive high valleys, thundering gorges and rustic mountain pastures, the charming mountain huts invite you to linger. Hearty Tyrolean delicacies, South Tyrolean Specialities and Italian wine sweeten this hiking tour through three countries.

Details about the Alps crossing from Garmisch to Meran

Raging falls tumble down over the rocks. At the side, rustic wooden steps lead through the impressive Partnachklamm Gorge until you reach the Elmbau Alm in Tyrol via the Wamberg. Past blooming meadows, sparkling mountain lakes and overlooking the sugared Alps you travel step by step to the next destination.

On day five, tired hiking feet can recover for a short time. A shuttle will drive you over the Reschenpass, and a cable car will take you to the Mutzkopf, from where hikes to the Schwarzsee and Grünsee will continue.

At the end of the hiking tour, you will reach Italian Meran. The Mediterranean climate with its plants and magnificent cathedral square immerses you in the atmosphere of this South Tyrolean spa town.

The highlights of the hiking tour from Garmisch to Meran

• The sunken church of the Reschensee: The Reschensee in Vinschgau is six kilometres long. It sits in the mountain scenery of the quaint Langtauferer Valley. And in the middle of the crystal-clear water, you will find a sunken church tower. It’s worth a visit to find out about the tower in the lake!

• The Sisi city of Meran: A magical little spa town that was once considered a luxury resort. The reason: Austrian Empress Sisi paid a visit to the pretty city in 1870.

• Three countries in one tour: From Germany to South Tyrol/Italy, you are travelling through three countries, and each is more impressive than the last.

Worth knowing about the hiking tour from Garmisch to Meran

Mountain hiking with a crossing of the Alps is the theme of this trip. But beware: this particular tour is not for occasional hikers! You should have a good basic fitness level and proper footwear packed in your luggage.

Via the Alps, you will reach the stations, where you will be spoiled with delicious specialities of each country. Every day you have to walk 15 kilometres and overcome some altitude.

Route summary

Good stamina and a good basic fitness level are required for daily hiking tours of up to a maximum of 5 hours of walking time. Daily routes run along well-maintained and most of all diverse mountain paths, where in parts surefootedness is required. Sometimes routes can be cut short by public transport.

This tour has been graded as Challenging. Find out more about our walking holiday difficulty levels.

About our active holidays with Charm

On our ‘Hiking Tours with Charm’, you can enjoy the full service of our active holidays while staying in very special accommodations with that extra something in the best location. That means you can look forward to luxury furnishings and decor in the local style, as well as cuisine at the highest level. Many of our hotels with charm also offer large pools and a wellness area where you can relax after a lovely day of hiking.