Splitboarding in Germany: Top Outdoor Adventures Awaiting You

While Zugspitze may be the tallest mountain in Germany, Alpspitze is another popular splitboarding option as well. Either before or after Zugspitze, make the ascent to the summit at 2.628 meters above sea level, before enjoying a long and smooth run of 1.650 meters back down.

Outside of these two, which are some of the most popular peaks, there are plenty of other mountains to explore. Boasting roughly 850 kilometers of slopes, the Alps around Bavaria offer nearly endless opportunities for exploration.

Heading further west to Baden-Wurttemberg is another option. While the mountains are a bit smaller here, the black forest is always an enticing place to explore on a splitboard.

Stunning scenery

The blues, whites and grays of Germany’s Alps are mesmerizing during the winter. Heading out on a splitboarding trip is the best way to get up into these majestic mountains and enjoy the stunning views. Enjoy seemingly endless scenes of snow-capped slopes complimented by evergreen forests and deep blue skies.

Conquer Zugspitze

Rising to 2.962 meters above sea level, Germany’s tallest mountain should be on every splitboarders’ bucket list. Climb to the top using skins and poles before combining the pieces of the board back into one and enjoying a long descent over couloirs and through coniferous forests. Take the week off and explore several other peaks in the area too.

Come for the culture

While you’re in Germany for a splitboarding holiday, take some time to explore the culture too. Head to any number of breweries for some famous Bavarian draughts. Combine these with a bratwurst or pretzel for an authentic Bavarian experience. Take the time to explore the various winter markets that are prevalent at this time of year too. This is the perfect way to pass the time when you’re not splitboarding.

Average winter temperatures are generally between 0ºC and 5ºC during the winter months. Temperatures dip to below freezing higher up in the Alps. The winter tends to be the driest time of year, but Germany’s ski regions still receive roughly 70 mm of precipitation per month, ensuring sufficient snow.

Flying into Munich International Airport (MUC) is usually the first step in getting to German splitboarding territory. From here, you can rent a car or take buses and trains to your final splitboarding destination. Trains are by far the easiest and fastest method of transportation during the winter, although not the cheapest.

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January to March. However, some guides offer trips until May.