Eagle's Nest and Berchtesgaden Day Tour from Munich
Description
Embark on a full-day coach trip from Munich to the Berchtesgaden Mountains, home to Hitler’s mountain retreat and the former southern headquarters of the Nazi Party. Visit Eagle’s Nest(Kehlsteinhaus),a mountaintop lodge built by the Nazis as a gift for Hitler. Perched dramatically at 6,148 feet(1,834 meters)on Mt. Kehlstein, this historic site offers some of the most breathtaking views of the Alps in all of Germany. Ironically, Hitler rarely visited the lodge, as he suffered from vertigo and was uncomfortable with heights. Eagle’s Nest is only open from May through the end of October, depending on weather conditions.
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Itinerary
Departure from Munich to Obersalzberg – This scenic excursion offers breathtaking views of the Bavarian Alps. On a clear day, you may even catch a glimpse of the majestic Watzmann Mountains upon arrival. After approximately two hours of driving, we will reach Obersalzberg.
Departing from Obersalzberg, you will take a special bus that will take you to the summit of Eagle's Nest (Kehlsteinhaus) , where you can walk through a tunnel and access the elevator that will take you to the top a high command post built by the Nazi party for Hitler’s 50th birthday. From the spectacular panoramic terrace, you can enjoy the majestic beauty of the Alpine landscape. You can descend to the bus station either by elevator or on foot, following a beautiful path with stunning views at every moment. Free time at the summit to admire the view and immerse yourself in history.
After visiting Eagle’s Nest, you’ll have time to make a stop at the Restaurant Berghof for lunch and you will enjoy the free time (costs not included in tour price)
Free time to visit the Documentation Center and see where Hitler’s former house was located. (visit is optional: at own expense).
At approx. 4pm we'll start back the return journey to Munich trough the German Alps, enchanting views and spellbinding landscapes await you.we'll arrive at approx. 6pm.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- In case of snow and ice, the Eagle's Nest will be closed and world famous Salt Mines will be visited instead
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Reviews(1,105)
very enjoyable tour from start to finish. Our guide Bia was very informative and made the trip very interesting, even with its dark history, its a very beautiful please to visit John
Fortunately the weather was outstanding with epic views. That said, Ursula our tour guide provided a thorough and informative commentary throughout.
It was an amazing experience! Beautiful views and very informative! Well organized and plenty of time to see everything! Comfortable transportation and Ursula was amazing as our guide!
Eagles Nest is brilliant and guide Ursula is excellent and points out many places of interest. Well paced which is important over a long day.
Our guide, Hanae, and driver, Smiley, were great. Comfortable ride with great information and lots of ideas about starting in Munich. Please note that the special bus from the documents center to the Eagles nest and the documents center is an extra fee. The Eagles nest is a restaurant. That and beverages on the bus are cash only. The restaurant near the documents center and Hitlers cabin takes cards. Though this day was the most expensive part of our family trip, we all agree this was THE day none of us will forget. If it’s in your ability to walk up to the cross, or down the mountain trail from the Eagles nest, or down to the ruins of Hitlers favorite cabin we all recommend these.
Interesting and the history about it is
Thank you very much for your kind feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your visit to the Eagle’s Nest and found its fascinating history so interesting. The Eagle’s Nest is a truly unique destination, combining breathtaking Alpine scenery with an important historical background, and we’re pleased that you appreciated both aspects of the tour. Thank you again for your review. We hope to welcome you again on another day trip from Munich in the future.
Absolutely amazing bus driver and guide eagle nest was amazing and the weather was perfect so everything was great if there is anything that was less good it was the museum it was pretty boring but everything else was super
Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable day at the Eagle’s Nest and that both the driver and guide helped make the experience memorable. It’s especially great to know that you were fortunate with the weather and could fully enjoy the spectacular views from the Eagle’s Nest. While museum experiences can vary depending on individual interests, we’re pleased that the overall tour exceeded your expectations and left such a positive impression. Thank you again for your kind words. We hope to welcome you again on another tour through Bavaria in the future.
Ursula, the Tour Guide, was amazing. Her knowledge was extensive and she made everyone feel very welcome.
Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your visit to the Eagle’s Nest and that Ursula helped make the experience so memorable. It’s especially great to know that her extensive knowledge and welcoming personality enhanced the tour and helped create an enjoyable atmosphere for everyone. Sharing the history and beauty of Bavaria with enthusiasm and expertise is something we highly value. Thank you again for your kind words. We’ll be happy to share your compliments with Ursula, and we hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future.
Bring your passport! I believe it’s in the fine print somewhere I couldn’t see. If you forget you won’t be going into Austria. The trip was absolutely amazing! The guide and driver were fantastic and knowledgeable. I suggest checking the weather before you book as it can be quite cold.
Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable experience at the Eagle’s Nest and that the trip was a highlight of your visit. It’s especially great to know that our guide and driver helped make the day both informative and memorable. We also appreciate your helpful advice for future travelers regarding travel documents and weather conditions, as mountain weather can change quickly even during the summer months. Thank you again for your recommendation and your kind words. We hope to welcome you again on another tour through Bavaria in the future.
We had a great trip to the Eagles Nest, our guide, Ursula was extremely knowledgeable and made the trip so interesting, I would definitely recommend it.
Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable day at the Eagle’s Nest. It’s especially great to know that Ursula’s knowledge and enthusiasm helped make the journey both interesting and memorable. Sharing the fascinating history of the region while ensuring guests have a great experience is something we highly value, and we’re pleased that this contributed to your enjoyment of the tour. Thank you again for your recommendation and your kind words. We’ll be happy to share your compliments with Ursula, and we hope to welcome you again on another tour through Bavaria in the future.
