That the Zugspitze, at 2962 m, is the highest mountain in Germany, situated in the midst of a fascinating Alpine world, is something everyone knows. But is the peak towering above Garmisch-Partenkirchen and the Austrian Ehrwald in the Wetterstein Mountains truly well-known? No, says Gerhard Eckert, who has already demonstrated his passion for mountains with widely read books about Brocken and Schneekoppe. His book is not only aimed at rock climbers or mountain enthusiasts but at every tourist who admires this highest peak. With its surroundings, featuring artists, sights, and technical achievements, it comes to life in this entertaining yet informative book.