This alpine town at 1,004 meters has 26.5km of ski runs, mountain bike trails, and paragliding launch sites. The 12th-century St. Katharina Church and its onion dome mark the center.
Lermoos sits at 1,004 meters in Austria's Tyrol region, with the dramatic north face of Zugspitze mountain rising above it. You can ski 26.5 kilometers of runs at Grubigstein resort in winter, or bike down single tracks and launch paragliders in summer. The town's landmarks include the 12th-century St. Katharina Parish Church with its distinctive onion dome, while modern gondolas and sports facilities serve both seasonal visitors and locals.
Winter Sports at Grubigstein
At Grubigstein ski resort, beginners learn on gentle slopes near the village, while more experienced skiers head to the red-marked intermediate runs up to 2,100 meters. You'll reach Grubighütte at 2,032 meters via the modern Grubig II gondola from Brettlalm station at 1,338 meters - the heated seats make the journey comfortable. Eight lifts connect the various ski zones. Two ski schools operate in the dedicated learning area. From December through March, you can go tobogganing at night on illuminated tracks.
Summer Mountain Activities
From June through September, mountain bikers can ride Grubigstein's single tracks, which range from flowing trails to technical sections. Local bike schools run guided tours lasting from two hours to full days. When weather conditions allow, certified paragliding schools take off from 2,000 meters for tandem flights lasting 15-20 minutes. Hikers can follow marked trails to Daniel peak (2,340 meters) in the Ammergau Alps.
Getting to Lermoos
Trains on the Ausserfernbahn railway line connect Lermoos to Kempten, Reutte, and Garmisch-Partenkirchen several times daily. In winter, buses run regularly between ski areas. You can reach Lermoos from Innsbruck Airport (100 kilometers away) via direct transfers. Munich and Allgäu airports also connect to Lermoos through the regional road network.
Family Activities
Children can learn about local wildlife and geology at 12 stations along the 2-kilometer Explorer Trail. The Magic Forest path includes wooden climbing structures where kids learn about forest ecosystems. At Moosle's high ropes course, you can tackle 20 elements across three difficulty levels, set 1 to 8 meters above ground. The Bichlbach Sports & Recreation Park has a heated outdoor pool and an 18-hole mini-golf course.
Historical Buildings and Museums
St. Katharina Parish Church dates back to the 12th century. You'll spot small chapels from the 17th and 18th centuries along walking paths around town. The Felsenheim Residence, built in the 16th century, now hosts local art exhibitions. At the 3-Mohren-Museum, you can examine artifacts and documents from 1073 onward, including items discovered along the Roman Via Claudia Augusta.
