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AlpspiX viewing platform
Float above Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Float above the Alps for once: This dream becomes reality on the AlpspiX viewing platform in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Right at the summit of the Alpspitze, an experience awaits you that you won't soon forget: dizzying heights, boundless expanses and a panoramic view that guarantees goosebumps. The platform is an X-shaped architectural masterpiece that stretches 25 metres above the rocky outcrop. When you reach the end, the view opens up from a height of 1,000 metres down into the Höllental valley, over the peaks of the Wetterstein mountain range to the majestic Zugspitze. Up here, the world seems to stand still.

The Alpspitzbahn cable car takes you up to the top in comfort. Even during the journey, an impressive panorama reveals itself, making you look forward to the moment when you stand on the platform yourself. The thrill of walking across the ground and looking straight down into the depths is unrivalled and this is exactly what makes the AlpspiX viewing platform so appealing.

An experience that you should definitely capture on camera. The view is spectacular at any time of year - clear and expansive in summer and mystically snow-covered in winter.

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Tips for your visit to the AlpspiX viewing platform

Tickets for the mountain railway sell out quickly, especially on good weather days or at weekends, so it's best to plan in advance and book your ticket online.

Everything important at a glance:

How to get there:The Alpspitzbahn cable car takes you to the mountain station in just 10 minutes. From there, a short, well-maintained footpath leads directly to the platform.

Parking: Alpspitzbahn valley station (parking fee € 5 per day)

Admission: The AlpspiX viewing platform can be accessed free of charge - you only need a Garmisch-Classic ticket to use the Alpspitzbahn cable car as a pedestrian.

Tickets: Available online or directly on site at the mountain railway

Last ascent: 30 minutes before the end of operation

Opening hours & prices of the Alpspitzbahn*

November - February: 8:30 - 16:30
March - April: 8:30 - 16:45
May - June: 8:30 - 17:00
July - September: 8:00 - 17:30
October: 8:30 - 17:00

Last ascent: 30 minutes before closing time

Ticket prices:

  • Adults: €35.50 (regular) | €37.50 (peak season)
  • Teenagers (16-18 years): € 28.50 | € 30.50
  • Children (6-15 years): € 18.00 | € 20.00
  • People with disabilities:** € 30.50 | € 32.50
  • Family tariff for children (6-18 years):*** € 6.00
*

Subject to change without notice

**
Reduction from 60 GdB or with sign G. Also applies to registered accompanying persons (with ID).
***
Family rate applies to children aged 6 to 18 accompanied by at least one parent.

AlpspiX hike:
Nature experience with a view

If you fancy some exercise, you can combine a visit to the AlpspiX viewing platform with a short hike. Two family-friendly trails start directly at the mountain station and round off the mountain experience perfectly.

700 m
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Summit adventure trail

Ideal for families, senior citizens and anyone who wants to take it easy: The summit adventure trail on the Osterfelderkopf is a 700 metre long circular trail with sweeping views of the Alps. The pram-friendly trail offers quiz stations on flora, fauna and geology, perfect for learning, marvelling and enjoying in a fun way. The highlight is of course the AlpspiX viewing platform - spectacular, safe and unforgettable.
3 KM
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Pleasure trail

This 3-kilometre trail connects the Alpspitzbahn mountain station with the Kreuzeckbahn cable car and offers nature fun for young and old. At 18 interactive stations, you can learn exciting facts about the legendary "SteinReich" of the giant of the Alpspitze. Between relaxing loungers, sunbathing areas and swinging elements, small breaks invite you to pause for a moment, while the mountains provide the perfect backdrop for unforgettable moments.
Pictures from the AlpspiX viewing platform
A group of people on a bridge over a snowy mountain.A hut in the snow surrounded by snow-covered trees.
Signpost with many signs in front of a wintry mountain backdrop.A person stands on a bridge and looks out over snow-covered mountains.
Cable car on a snow-covered mountain massif in the open air.People crossing a bridge on a snowy mountain.
Snow-covered mountain with fir trees.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions
about the AlpspiX viewing platform

Where is the AlpspiX viewing platform located?

The platform is located directly below the summit of the Alpspitze near Garmisch-Partenkirchen, above the mountain station of the Alpspitzbahn cable car on the Osterfelderkopf.

How high is the AlpspiX viewing platform?

The platform hovers at around 1,000 metres above the Höllental valley with an unobstructed view of the Zugspitze and the Wetterstein mountains.

How much does admission to the AlpspiX viewing platform cost?

Access to the platform is free of charge. All you need is a ticket for the Alpspitzbahn cable car to get to the mountain station.

What is the best way to get to the AlpspiX viewing platform?

The easiest way to get to the mountain station is to take the Alpspitzbahn cable car from the Garmisch district of Grainau. From there, a short, well-maintained footpath (approx. 10 minutes) leads directly to the platform.

Is it possible to visit the AlpspiX viewing platform with children?

Yes, the platform is safe to walk on and easy to reach via the summit adventure trail. Both adventure trails are child-friendly and some are even suitable for pushchairs.

When is the best time to visit the AlpspiX?

On clear days, the view is particularly impressive - in summer you are rewarded with far-reaching views, in winter with spectacular snowy landscapes.
Tip: It is quieter early in the morning or late in the afternoon.

Is the AlpspiX viewing platform open all year round?

The platform itself is accessible all year round in good weather, but accessibility depends on the operating times of the Alpspitzbahn cable car. It may be temporarily closed during storms or heavy snowfall.

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aja Garmisch-Partenkirchen:
Your starting point for the AlpspiX adventure

The aja Garmisch-Partenkirchen is centrally located right next to the railway station - perfect for exploring the region. From here, you can reach the valley station of the Alpspitzbahn cable car in no time at all and start your mountain adventure in a relaxed manner. After your excursion to the AlpspiX viewing platform, you can unwind at the hotel, for example in the heated outdoor pool with mountain views, in the sauna or with a drink on the terrace.

Perfect starting point for activities

Room with mountain view & modern design

Heated outdoor pool with panoramic views

Fitness area & aja SPA with NIVEA shop

E-mountain bike hire

Bar & terrace with a view of the Alps

GreenSign certified (Level 4)

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