Berchtesgaden travel experiences are ideal for those who like to spend their precious time getting closer to nature and mountain scenery.
The most attractive Berchtesgaden travel experiences
1. Enjoy the view of the Bavarian Alps at Eagle's Nest
Eagle's Nest is one of the most scenic in Berchtesgaden, is a structure that sits atop a mountain and offers you extraordinary views of the Bavarian Alps. Perched on the summits of the Hoher Goll mountain range, 1,834 meters above sea level, you can expect to see views stretching from Jenner to Konigsee, Berchtesgaden to Salzburg at Eagle's Nest.
The cottage has now been converted into a restaurant, where you can sit back, relax and enjoy the beautiful view of the Alps with a beer in hand. Here you can walk on its 124 meter long golden brass elevator, peer into the famous fireplace, the Allied Graffitis and Hitler's small study.
Although there isn't much to see at the chalet right now, its unique location, long and cold tunnel, golden elevator, and precarious path to the chalet are all feats of German engineering.
2. Hiking in Berchtesgaden National Park
Berchtesgaden National Park with its beautiful mountain scenery, deep valleys and gurgling streams, is every hiker's paradise to experience Berchtesgaden tourism.
Berchtesgaden National Park has more than 260 kilometers of hiking trails where children and adults, beginners and professional hikers are all welcome to hike and have adventure in the wilderness. There are also Via Ferrata routes if you want a more challenging climbing experience!
Sightseeing hike in Berchtesgaden national park @WOWabouts
There are 26 mountain huts & alpine meadows set in tranquil surroundings, providing warm accommodation and delicious mountain food for a healthy hiking experience. However, if you don't like hiking or don't have time to hike, you don't need to worry about missing out on the best mountain views in Berchtesgaden. Because Bercherstegaden has the facilities and services to get you to those scenic spots or vantage points instantly in just a few minutes.
3. Sail on the lake of happiness in Berchtesgaden
As an alpine Germany tourist destination, you can see more than just the mountains. Visitors can find beautiful lakes here. There are dozens of lakes in Berchtesgaden, most of which are small and hidden in the mountains, but three are worth seeing.
Sail on Lake Konigsee @Betty On The Go
The names of the three lakes of Berchtesgaden are Konigsee, Obersee and Hintersee. They are not comparable to each other - each is beautiful in its own way. However, Konigsee is considered the most famous. This is the cleanest and deepest lake in Germany. Its quality is said to be almost at drinking water level! For more than a century now, only battery-powered boats have been allowed to carry people across the lake to prevent oil from spilling out.
Konigsee is the cleanest lake in Germany @Tabitha & Florian
The scenery on the boat, from the crystal clear waters of the Konigsee to the lush pines and majestic mountains is a magical Berchtesgaden travel experience. The "longest" mountain face east of the Watzmann Alps can be seen while sailing across the lake from north to south.
The Konigssee boat trip begins in Schönau, the village north of the lake. It has three stops before completing the round trip. Disembark at the Hirschau peninsula to visit the church of Saint Bartholomew, Kassel to visit a small alpine meadow, and Salet to another lake called the Obersee. The Obersee is the second most beautiful lake you can visit from Berchtesgaden. It is located near the south coast of the Obersee, a few minutes walk after you disembark in Salet.
Obersee Lake @The Globetrotting Detective
Although the Obersee is 10 times smaller than the Konigssee, the beauty of the lake Obersee will make you enjoy taking pictures. It is surrounded by mountains and the calm and clear waters of the lake create a backdrop that reflects these mountains. Looking at Obersee is like looking at a portal to another dimension.
The third lake is called Hintersee, and it's another picturesque destination of Berchtesgaden 12.9 kilometers from town. This 16-hectare lake is said to have inspired thousands of artists and photographers since 1850 thanks to its postcard-perfect idyllic imagery reflecting the Watzmann massif. Many describe it as the “real” romantic lake.
4. Ride the Obersalzbergbahn - Berchtesgaden's oldest cable car
Imagine you are hovering over the surreal landscape of Berchtesgaden and enjoy panoramic views of the beautiful landscape from above! You can do that by taking the historic cable car of the Obersalzbergbahn – Berchtesgaden built in 1949. This cable car connects the valley with the mountains, opens up many hiking trails and serves as a connection. connected to Jennerbahn cable car.
5. Visit beautiful churches
Berchtesgaden has churches located on picturesque sites, notably Saint Bartholomew's, Wallfahrtskirche Maria Gern and the Parish church of St. Sebastian.
The most famous of the three is the Church of Saint Bartholomew which is located next to a lake. What makes Saint Bartholomew's Church a must-see in Berchtesgaden is its eye-catching whitewashed walls and red onion-shaped roof that's often reflected on Konigssee's sparkling water like in a fairy tale. You will see Mount Watzmann against the backdrop of the church of Saint Bartholomew together with the sparkling waters of the Konigssee, which will be one of the most unforgettable moments you will have in Berchtesgaden.
Church of Saint Bartholomew
The Church of Saint Bartholomew is also a Roman Catholic pilgrim church dating back to the 12th century. If you visit Berchtesgaden on the Saturday after August 24, you may see pilgrims crossing the Berchtesgaden Alps. all the way from Maria Alm in Austria.
On the other hand, the Parish Church of St. Sebastian, built in the early 16th century easier to visit. Located in Ramsau, along the road to Hintersee, no need to take a boat to see it. Just hop on bus 846 at Berchtesgaden central station and you'll be at this location in 20 minutes. Although the Parish Church of St. Sebastian is not built next to the lake, however, it has a river nearby.
Parish Church of St. Sebastian
The third church, Wallfahrtskirche Maria Gern, is located not near a body of water but in a small village north of town called Maria Gern. This town lies directly below Kneifelspitze, a beautiful mountain whose summit offers panoramic views of Berchtesgaden with the Watzmann massif. Perched on a hill, surrounded by dense forest and with the Watzmann mountain in the background, this quaint church has everything to make it into a fairy tale.
A little north of Wallfahrtskirche Maria Gern, you can photograph the church with the iconic saddle created by the peaks of the Watzmann massif.
6. Admire Germany's tallest waterfall
Berchtesgaden has the most majestic mountains, beautiful lakes and picturesque chapels in Germany. But the list of beautiful places doesn't end there. Berchtesgaden has more natural wonders that you have to discover, and they are the reason to come to Berchtesgaden.
One of them is the Rothbach waterfall, located near the Obersee. Rothbach waterfall is quite isolated from other destinations. It's the beautiful waterfall you'll find in the corner of the valley where the Obersee, falling from a 470-meter cliff, Rothbach is considered the tallest waterfall in Germany.
Rothbach's waterfall
7. The beautiful gorge in Berchtesgaden
Besides graceful waterfalls, fairy-tale lakes and beautiful mountains, you can also see a gorge in Berchtesgaden that is still under construction but already a masterpiece of nature.
The name of the gorge in Berchtesgaden is Wimbachklamm. Going through this 200 meter long gorge is a wonderful Berchtesgaden travel experience.
Wimbachklamm gorge
Visiting Wimbachklamm is to visit some spectacular works of art of nature, it has wooden paths to take you to different rock formations with flowing water. Some of the rocks even have fossils dating back to the Triassic period.
8. Exploring the breathtaking ice cave
If you love seeing natural wonders, the Ice Chapel is another reason to visit Berchtesgaden. It was a rare natural phenomenon whose appearance was truly a work of nature's miracle.
The Ice Chapel is the lowest snow field in the Alps. Located at just 800 to 1000 meters above sea level, it survives amazingly below the freezing altitude of 2000 meters.
Berchtesgaden Ice Cave
The Ice Chapel is frozen all year round, even in the summer. However, it is not yet considered a glacier and is still in its infancy, the intermediate stage before the snow completely turns into a glacier. Although from a distance it looks like an ordinary block of ice forming an ice cave, the "real" sight will be seen as you get closer and enter. It was a special Berchtesgaden travel experience with the otherworldly setting was unbelievable.
Stepping inside the Ice Chapel is like stepping into a cave, but instead of rocks and earth above and next to you, you'll find carved ice floes of various shapes forming unobstructed blue webs. even. The road to the Ice Chapel begins at Konigssee on the Hirschau peninsula. From there, you'll find a hiking trail that leads to the Ice Chapel. The hiking trail to Ice Chapel is about 3.3 km long.
9. Enchanted Forest Zauberwald
Cross the fast-moving river by footbridge and begin your hiking route to the magical forest, Zauberwald. The fast flowing water of the river, tall trees and moss-covered rocks make it a special place and worth a visit.
Zauberwald is also known as the enchanted forest magical, where nature creates enchanting rock formations and trees. At the end of the forest, you'll come to the charming lake Hintersee, a picnic stop on your jungle trek.
Enchanted Forest Zauberwald
10. Walking through the old town of Berchtesgaden
Berchtesgaden is often used as a base from which to explore the famous Eagles Nest and the beautiful Konigsee lake. However, what people often miss is the beautiful old town of Berchtesgaden and walking through its quaint narrow alleys will be an unforgettable Berchtesgaden travel experience.
The small town has a historic town center with beautiful Rococo buildings. That includes town halls, a church, as well as a royal palace, there are cozy cafes and quintessential German shops to pop into.
Walk through the old town of Berchtesgaden
Berchtesgaden's old town gives you an authentic German Bavarian feel, but this time in the midst of the lush surroundings of the Alps. Located opposite the mountain Mt. Towering Watzmann, this small alpine town makes for a place of total alpine peace and simplicity.
11. Experience Bavarian Culture
Bavarian culture can be found from well-preserved quaint towns and lovely homes to beer festivals...that can leave you incredibly amused.
You can start your Berchtesgaden travel experience with street culture. You won't believe how charming the towns in Bavaria are. Visiting each is like going inside a colorful book and marveling at the beautiful artwork.
Luftmalerei is on the facades of houses @Heather on her travels
Houses in Bavarian towns like Berchtesgaden have a Luftmalerei on their facades. They are beautiful and colorful murals depicting a variety of things, from biblical stories to patron saints of homes and the livelihood or work of the home owner.
Since the Luftmalerei are painted in the houses, these Bavarian towns are now like open museums where you can discover new things and culture just by taking a leisurely stroll around. Most of the Luftmalerei adopt the trompe-l'œil style, making the townscape even more charming.
There are many fascinating cultural events taking place all year round, and to participate is a truly impressive Berchtesgaden travel experience.
