Anniversary flight marking the end of the ski season on the Zugspitze
Germany’s highest peak, the Zugspitze, has much to offer skiers, nature lovers, hikers and sun worshippers. To mark the end of the ski season, an anniversary flight with a spectacular landing is scheduled for May 3.
At 2,962 m, the Zugspitze is Germany’s highest peak. It is part of the Wetterstein mountain range and lies on the border between Austria and Germany. The church on the Zugspitze is also considered the highest in Germany. Couples are married here, too.
Anniversary flight marking the end of the ski season on the Zugspitze
Date: 30/09/2026
The Zugspitze has much to offer skiers, nature lovers, hikers and sun worshippers. The panoramic view is an impressive experience in itself. On a clear day, you can see as far as Munich. The sun terrace of the SonnAlpin glacier restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy the view.
To mark the end of the ski season, an anniversary flight with a spectacular landing is scheduled for May 3. The first aircraft landed on the Zugspitze in March 1958. Half a century has passed since then. Three Piper Cub aircraft and one glider belonging to the Burda publishing house landed on the Zugspitzplatt, at an altitude of 2,600 m.
The anniversary landing on the upcoming May 3 will be presented in the style, music and atmosphere of the 1950s. Visitors are also encouraged to dress in 1950s style. The most imaginative outfits can win prizes. The grand prize is a night for two at the Igloo Village.
The “Race Cats” rock ’n’ roll band will play music from the 1950s and 1960s.
Experienced flight instructor Tom Huber is piloting the ultralight anniversary aircraft. It was built last year as a replica of the Piper Cub. At around 10:30 a.m., it will land on the Zugspitzplatt, at an altitude of 2,600 m. Visitors can view the aircraft there and talk to the pilot.
