Garmisch and the Top of the World

December here in the South has so far left me out of sorts, and I’m not sure how to ‘deal’ with this dilemma. I miss snow. And cold weather. I admit it. I’m trying really hard to be content where I am. God is good though and gave me some cooler temps yesterday.

So, I am gifting you with another post about mountains and loveliness.

Last spring, before the worries of moving set in entirely, we wanted to spend just a couple more days exploring the slopes of the Alps in beautiful Garmisch.

This little town, right on the border of Austia, became one of our favorite places during our German tour. It possesses a quaint quiet beauty that lures its visitors back again and again.

On this day, we arrived at the slopes as the foggy mist was just lifting.

This one decided to snowboard today, and paid for it the days afterward.

This one makes it look way too easy!

This one would ski down backwards if asked.

My chitlins live for the slopes. Truly.

I, however, have learned that the Alps do not treat me kindly. So, I opted to take the youngest and go mountain climbling. Ha!

“To the Zugspitze!!!” was the war cry of the day!

Zugspitze is the highest point in Germany, and the train to the top was just around the corner from our lodge. My camera was breathing heavy from excitment!

So, after settling the other four into their day, Cherry Cheeks and I loaded up and went exploring.

These next few shots were taken through the train window at the passing scenery. I kept having to clear off the moisture from the glass……..