10000 Steps by 10 a.m.

Today’s excursion was to the Partnach Gorge. We started the day with a walk to the Olympic Ski Stadium, then a 20 minute trek to the entrance of the gorge. Tickets purchased at the entrance for 10 euros.

The Partnach Gorge is one of the most beautiful and oldest sights in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Over the years the limestone has been cut thru by the water - at one time it was just a small stream and now a much stronger force of rushing water. The walkway is safely protected by a guardrail. The only thing you have to worry about is potentially hitting your head on the overhead rocks - some spots I had to duck; some places water would drip down and splash you; and other times you were walking thru a dark tunnel that had been cut out in the rock. It was a very cool experience that was definitely worth the price of admission. It took us about 90 minutes to complete the gorge out and back. I had read that it was recommended to get there early. We were so glad we did because you walk back in the direction from which you started. A queue was beginning to form at the entrance by the time we made it to the exit. Again… get there early for the best experience.

Back to the apartment for lunch and a little relaxing break. After all e we hit 10 000 steps by 10 a.m.

Later in the afternoon we headed to Oberammergau for a little adventure. However the venue has to unexpectedly had to close…maybe it was a sign that Diane (mom) shouldn’t be going on an alpine coaster ride. So we did the next best thing…sort of…gelato and retail therapy. Oberammergau was a quaint like town and was a good time for a wee walkabout.

We caught the bus back to GaPa and headed out for another stroll in the Garmisch area for a little souvenir shopping. Successful purchases. I may have bought a hoodie…

Great day. Huge step count… 25 159. Time for sleep.