Experience the soothing sounds of silence and rushing streams in a magical sanctuary of the Bavarian Alps just 60 miles south of Munich and a short drive from Garmisch-Partenkirchen. A feeling of peace and belonging in spacious rooms and suites offering breathtaking views. A liberating sense of calm and serenity in six spas and pools for adults and families. Taijiquan and Yoga retreat with exceptional teachers. Sports in pristine nature. Inspiring programs for kids and teens. Outstanding food & service in restaurants for cosmopolitans. A phenomenal bookstore. Jazz & Classical Music Concerts by the great artists of our time. Schloss Elmau is located near Garmisch-Partenkirchen in the most beautiful sanctuary of the Bavarian Alps between the Zugspitz Glacier and the Karwendel Mountain Range just 100 km south of Munich and 40 km north of Innsbruck. The region offers an abundance of hiking and mountain bike trails, crystal clear lakes, rushing streams, lofty peaks, famous museums and churches, authentic Bavarian villages, and all the fairy tale castles of King Ludwig II. You can reach his favorite retreat at 1800 m above sea level in the Wetterstein Mountains in less than one hour with one of our super e-bikes.