The most beautiful hikes in Berchtesgaden
The best of Berchtesgaden
Berchtesgaden is the easternmost corner of not only Bavaria, but also the whole of Germany. The core is the beautiful Berchtesgaden National Park. Here you will find plenty of opportunities for beautiful mountaineering, climbing and secured trails. The main destinations are the Watzmann massif, Lake Königsee and Hitler's Eagle's Nest. Let's see what can be done here
Tourism in Berchtesgaden
A few tips for visitors to the Bavarian Alps
Compared to its southern neighbors, Germany cannot boast of extensive mountain ranges, yet the piece of Alps on the border with Austria is worth seeing. In particular, the promontory south of Salzburg, an area named after the town of Berchtesgaden. The pleasant spa town of Bad Reichenhall is an ideal starting point for excursions. There are beautiful mountains around, whose altitude is below 2000 m, but due to the starting height, hikes on the surrounding hills can be quite challenging. continue reading
Watzmann massif crossing
Behind the King of the Berchtesgaden Alps
The ghostly Watzmann, a gloomy mountain hovering over Berchtesgaden. The daring ridge leads over three rock peaks and ends at the third highest and at the same time most beautiful peak of the German Alps. In good weather, it is a completely unique experience, great views of the sharp ridge, the Alps and the blue lake Königsee deep down between the rocks. The ridge via ferrata achieves only the demands of A / B and B, but its considerable length and guidance directly along a narrow rocky and airy ridge makes it a literally royal hike, worthy of respect. continue reading
Eagle's Nest
Kehlsteinhaus on its own and without people
The Eagle's Nest is a café that Adolf Hitler himself received for his 50th birthday. It is located in Berchtesgaden, the very heart of Bavaria. From spring to autumn, this place is frequently visited by tourists who get here by bus and gilded elevator. If you go to the Kehlsteinhaus out of season and go all the way to the top, you can sleep on the terrace of the café and experience the beautiful sunset and sunrise all by yourself. continue reading
Trip to the gorge Wimbachklamm
The most beautiful gorge of Bavaria
The Wimbachklamm gorge is accessible from Ramsau bei Berchtesgaden. It is open from 1 May to 1 November from 7 am to 7 pm The starting point is the car park at Wimbachbrucke (634 m above sea level). The journey from the car park to the gorge takes about 20 minutes. Entry tokens can be purchased at a vending machine located about 300 meters before entering the gorge at a pleasant pub with a homemade cheese and souvenir shop. Entry is only one way! The gorge is very short, measuring only 200 m, but very nice. continue reading
Grünstein Klettersteig
Ferrata in NP Berchtesgaden
This beautiful and rugged ferrata is located in the Berchtesgaden National Park near the town of Schönau am Königssee, directly above the lake, below the peak of Grünstein (1304 m). It is easily reachable on foot from the city, but you can also get closer by car. Its difficulty is in the CE range, as it offers three entry variants of different levels. Thus, beginners, intermediate, but also demanding climbers will choose. continue reading
Winter ascent to Watzmann (2713 m above sea level)
Snow on the most beautiful mountain of Berchtesgaden
Watzmann is without a doubt the most beautiful mountain in the Berchtesgaden Alps, which is visited by many tourists during the summer. On the ridge between the three peaks is the via ferrata, which makes the ascent a really interesting experience. If you want to avoid the crowd of tourists and spice up this ascent, go to Watzmann in winter. continue reading
