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61 Best and Fun Things To Do In Mittenwald, Germany


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Mittenwald, located in the Bavarian Alps, is considered one of the most stunning cities in Europe, offering unparalleled views of Germany’s natural beauty.

The town is also home to dozens of museums, castles, and churches and is renowned for its violin-making history.

In addition, Mittenwald offers many attractions for outdoor lovers. Its stunning landscapes create the perfect backdrop for a range of activities, including hiking, biking, skiing, and swimming.

Part of the town also sits along the Austrian border, making it a great base for travelers looking to explore both countries.

However, if you’re the type that prefers to stay in one place and indulge a little while on vacation, Schloss Elmau could be just what you’re looking for. This ultra-luxe mountain resort has everything you need for a day of self-care with its sumptuous spas, stunning views, and delectable cuisine.

And if you happen to be in the mood for some sightseeing after all that pampering, why not take a walking tour of the town’s cobblestone streets?

Want to know more? Keep reading to discover a list of everything else Mittenwald has to offer…you’ll be glad you did

The 61 Most Popular Things To Do In Mittenwald, Germany

61. Linderspitzen

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

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60. Feldernkreuz

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

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59. Krapfenkarspitze

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

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58. Wildsee

4.0 ★★★★☆ (1 review)

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57. Viererspitze

5.0 ★★★★★ (2 reviews)

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56. Scharnitzpass

4.0 ★★★★☆ (2 reviews)

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55. Sulzleklamm

5.0 ★★★★★ (2 reviews)

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Location: 82481 Mittenwald

54. Hoher Grasberg

4.5 ★★★★★ (2 reviews)

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53. Östliche Karwendelspitze

3.7 ★★★★☆ (3 reviews)

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52. Wurmer Skilift GmbH & Co. KG

4.7 ★★★★★ (3 reviews)

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Location: Hauptstrasse 18 Krun

Tel:  8823-5995

Web Address:   http://skiparadies-kranzberg.de/

51. Wörner

5.0 ★★★★★ (4 reviews)

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50. Altlacher Hoch-Kopf

4.2 ★★★★☆ (5 reviews)

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49. Rißsattel

5.0 ★★★★★ (5 reviews)

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Location: 83676 Jachenau

48. Schmalensee

3.5 ★★★★☆ (8 reviews)

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47. Seins-Kopf

5.0 ★★★★★ (8 reviews)

46. Große Arnspitze

5.0 ★★★★★ (9 reviews)

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45. Dammkar – Karwendel

4.6 ★★★★★ (9 reviews)

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Location: Alpenkorpsstrasse 1 Mittenwald

Web Address:   https://karwendelbahn.de/

44. Bischof

4.9 ★★★★★ (9 reviews)

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43. Wörnersattel

4.9 ★★★★★ (10 reviews)

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Location: Unnamed Rd. Mittenwald

42. Sachensee

4.3 ★★★★☆ (11 reviews)

41. Arzgrube

4.5 ★★★★★ (11 reviews)

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Location: 82481 Mittenwald

Tel:  8823-9381313

Web Address:   http://arzgrube.com/

40. Soiernseen

5.0 ★★★★★ (13 reviews)

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39. Seinskopf

4.9 ★★★★★ (16 reviews)

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Location: Unnamed Rd. Mittenwald

38. Schöttelkarspitze

4.9 ★★★★★ (17 reviews)

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37. Soiernspitze

4.8 ★★★★★ (17 reviews)

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36. Simetsberg

4.3 ★★★★☆ (20 reviews)

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35. Tennsee

4.9 ★★★★★ (20 reviews)

34. Luttensee

4.4 ★★★★☆ (26 reviews)

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33. Wildensee

4.7 ★★★★★ (29 reviews)

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32. Westliche Karwendelspitze

4.9 ★★★★★ (30 reviews)

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31. Hoher Fricken

4.8 ★★★★★ (39 reviews)

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30. Passamani Rundweg

4.8 ★★★★★ (40 reviews)

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Location: 82481 Mittenwald

Web Address:   http://karwendelbahn.de/

29. Kleiner Wasserfall Wallgau

4.8 ★★★★★ (53 reviews)

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Location: 82499 Wallgau

28. Kapelle Maria Königin

4.8 ★★★★★ (59 reviews)

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Location: Am Lautersee 14 Mittenwald

27. Isarstausee Krün

4.7 ★★★★★ (59 reviews)

26. Hüttlebachklamm

4.7 ★★★★★ (65 reviews)

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Location: 82481 Mittenwald

25. Catholic Church St. Peter & Paul

4.7 ★★★★★ (89 reviews)

Location: Matthias Klotz Streetrasse 2 Mittenwald

Tel:  8823-92290

Web Address:   https://erzbistum-muenchen.de/StPeterundPaulMittenwald/default.aspx

24. Karwendel-Golf-Mittenwald

4.6 ★★★★★ (93 reviews)

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Location: Kuranlage Puit Mittenwald

Tel:  172-8200705

Web Address:   http://karwendel-golf-mittenwald.de/

23. Barfußwanderweg

4.5 ★★★★★ (101 reviews)

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Location: 82481 Mittenwald

22. Strandbad Lautersee

4.7 ★★★★★ (142 reviews)

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Location: Am Lautersee 6 Mittenwald

21. Kapelle Maria Rast

4.7 ★★★★★ (225 reviews)

Location: Hochstrasse 18 Krun

20. Lainbach-Wasserfall

4.8 ★★★★★ (244 reviews)

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Location: Lainbach

Web Address:   https://karwendel-urlaub.de/reisefuehrer/isartal/mittenwald/laintal/

19. Kurpark am Burgberg

4.7 ★★★★★ (278 reviews)

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Location: 82481 Mittenwald

18. Bergwelt Karwendel

4.7 ★★★★★ (324 reviews)

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Location: Unnamed Rd. Mittenwald

Web Address:   http://karwendelbahn.de/

17. Kranzberg Gipfel-Huette

4.6 ★★★★★ (324 reviews)

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Location: 82481 Mittenwald

16. Kurpark Puit

4.6 ★★★★★ (343 reviews)

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Location: 82481 Mittenwald

15. Isar- Natur-Erlebnisweg

4.7 ★★★★★ (345 reviews)

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Location: Soiernstrasse Krun

14. Geigenbaumuseum

4.6 ★★★★★ (433 reviews)

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Location: Ballenhausgasse 3 Mittenwald

Tel:  8823-2511

Web Address:   http://geigenbaumuseum-mittenwald.de/

13. Kranzberg-Sessellift

4.6 ★★★★★ (594 reviews)

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Location: Am Kalvarienberg Mittenwald

Tel:  8823-1553

Web Address:   http://gemeindewerke-mittenwald.de/kranzbergbahn/allgemein/

12. Mittenwald old town

4.7 ★★★★★ (819 reviews)

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Location: Hochstrasse 2 14 Mittenwald

Web Address:   https://karwendel-urlaub.de/reisefuehrer/isartal/mittenwald/altstadt/

11. Naturpark Karwendel

4.7 ★★★★★ (1,070 reviews)

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Location: Unterer Streetadtpl 19 Hall in Tirol

Tel:  5245-28914

Web Address:   http://karwendel.org/

10. Leutasch-Klamm Wasserfallsteig

4.7 ★★★★★ (1,710 reviews)

Location: Parkplatz Innsbruckerstrasse Mittenwald

Web Address:   http://leutasch-klamm.de/

Our Top picks

9. Krottenkopf

4.9 ★★★★★ (23 reviews)

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8. Grubsee

4.5 ★★★★★ (50 reviews)

7. Hoher Kranzberg

4.9 ★★★★★ (54 reviews)

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6. Barmsee

4.8 ★★★★★ (173 reviews)

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5. Ferchensee

4.8 ★★★★★ (177 reviews)

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4. Karwendel

4.8 ★★★★★ (230 reviews)

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Location: 82481 Mittenwald

Web Address:   https://m.alpenwelt-karwendel.de/

3. Lautersee

4.7 ★★★★★ (249 reviews)

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2. Karwendelbahn

4.3 ★★★★☆ (405 reviews)

Location: 82481 Mittenwald

Web Address:   https://karwendelbahn.de/

1. Kuhfluchtwasserfälle

4.8 ★★★★★ (1,136 reviews)

Location: Kuhfluchtweg Farchant

Tel:  8821-961696

Web Address:   https://kuhflucht-wasserfaelle.de/

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Mittenwald, Germany! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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