Overview
Mittenwald is a postcard-pretty Alpine town of 7,200 residents tucked in the Isar valley, famous since the 1600s for its violin-making tradition started by the Klotz workshop. The town is famous for its elaborate frescoes on buildings throughout the old town, earning it a distinctive Bavarian charm.
Architecture · Budget Travel · History · Nature · Trekking
Before you go
Activities
Hiking trails start from town; Karwendelbahn cable car (€27) accesses Alpine terrain. Leutascher Geisterklamm gorge nearby.
Connectivity
Mobile coverage (4G/LTE) is solid from German carriers. WiFi available at accommodations and some cafes.
Culture
Famous for violin-making since 1600s. Painted houses and St. Peter und Paul church with frescoes by Matthäus Grüner.
Food
Bavarian Gasthofs dominate; expect hearty meat-and-potatoes meals. Italian and supermarket options available.
Money
Germany uses the Euro (€). Cash and debit cards are widely accepted; credit cards may not work at smaller Gasthofs.
Transport
Deutsche Bahn serves Mittenwald hourly to Munich and every 2 hours to Innsbruck. The town itself is fully walkable.