Hotels in German Alps, Germany

The German Alps stretch across southern Bavaria, featuring a continental alpine climate with cold winters averaging 23°F (-5°C) and mild summers around 68°F (20°C). This region is famous for the storybook Neuschwanstein Castle and Germany's highest peak, Zugspitze; in winter you can ski or snowboard on Zugspitze's slopes, while summer brings hiking trails around crystal-clear Lake Eibsee and mountain biking through Garmisch-Partenkirchen's valleys. For a different vibe, head east to Berchtesgaden where you can explore the historic Königssee lake by electric boat or hike the Eagle's Nest lookout built in 1938.