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Mittenwald

Bavaria, Germany · Europe

About Mittenwald

Mittenwald works well as a base: 10 minutes from Scharnitz, 12km from Partnach Gorge.

Mittenwald is a town located in Bavaria, Germany. With a population of 7,996, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Mittenwald sits in Germany, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Berlin time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Mittenwald to your route.

About Mittenwald

Mittenwald (German pronunciation: [ˈmɪtn̩ˌvalt] ) is a German municipality in the district of Garmisch-Partenkirchen, in Bavaria.

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Where is Mittenwald located?

Mittenwald is located in Bavaria, Germany, Europe. The coordinates are 47.4422 latitude, 11.2619 longitude.

What is the population of Mittenwald?

Mittenwald has a population of approximately 7,996 people, making it a town in Germany.

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Quick Information

Population
7,996
Continent
Europe
Country
Germany
Region
Bavaria
Timezone
Europe/Berlin
Coordinates
47.4422, 11.2619

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Germany

Police
110
Ambulance
112
Fire
112
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

ADAC roadside assistance: +49 89 22 22 22. No general speed limit on some autobahn sections but advisory 130 km/h.

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Worth the detour from Mittenwald

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

natural wonder

Partnach Gorge

A thundering 700m gorge near Garmisch with footpaths carved into rock walls beneath crashing waterfalls and ice formations.

12 km · about 20 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Garmisch-Partenkirchen

A renowned winter sports and mountaineering hub at the foot of the Zugspitze, Germany's highest peak.

14 km · about 25 min drive

natural wonder

Eibsee

A crystal-clear emerald lake at the foot of the Zugspitze, often called Germany's most beautiful lake with its tiny forested islands.

18 km · about 20 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Nordkette Mountain

A dramatic 2,334-metre Alpine ridge accessible by cable car directly from Innsbruck's city centre, offering world-class views of the Inn Valley.

18 km · about 20 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Zugspitze

At 2,962 metres, the highest peak in Germany offers panoramic views across four countries from its summit platform.

21 km · about 25 min drive

famous road

Kesselberg Road

Bavaria's most celebrated driving road: the B11 climbs in tight switchbacks from Kochelsee to Walchensee over the 858 m Kesselberg, a historic hillclimb course beloved by motorcyclists since the 1900s.

21 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Golden Roof (Goldenes Dachl)

Innsbruck's most famous landmark, a late-Gothic oriel window with 2,657 fire-gilded copper tiles built for Emperor Maximilian I.

22 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Innsbruck

Alpine capital of Tyrol surrounded by dramatic peaks, with the Golden Roof, imperial palace, and Olympic ski jumps.

22 km · about 25 min drive

Driving roads near Mittenwald

  • Right hereGarmisch-PartenkirchenA renowned winter sports and mountaineering hub at the foot of the Zugspitze, Germany's highest peak.
  • 18 kmNordkette MountainA dramatic 2,334-metre Alpine ridge accessible by cable car directly from Innsbruck's city centre, offering world-class views of the Inn Valley.
  • 21 kmZugspitzeAt 2,962 metres, the highest peak in Germany offers panoramic views across four countries from its summit platform.
  • 21 kmKesselberg RoadBavaria's most celebrated driving road: the B11 climbs in tight switchbacks from Kochelsee to Walchensee over the 858 m Kesselberg, a historic hillclimb course beloved by motorcyclists since the 1900s.
  • 24 kmBergisel Ski JumpA futuristic Zaha Hadid-designed ski jump tower above Innsbruck with a panoramic café offering views over the city and surrounding Alps.
  • 26 kmSylvenstein ReservoirA vivid blue reservoir crossed by a graceful bridge on the German Alpine Road, gateway to the Karwendel mountains.

Driving in Germany

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.78/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

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