Adelaarsnest-wandeltocht

What an amazing experience! My husband, 19 yr old daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed our time with Claudio. He is so caring and has great attention to detail. His enthusiasm for history is infectious. The concept of hiking and learning in the beautiful surrounding made it an unforgettable day!

A beautiful hike to the top. We particularly enjoyed the circular path at the top after the summit cross.

Claudio is the best . The man is knowledgeable of the area and its history . Also very warm welcoming and understanding. The tour surpasses my expectations. Get ready to walk and learn ! It’s worth it !

Claudio is amazing! He is so passionate and knowledgeable. Not only about WWII and the local area but also about the relevance to current politics. He took us to find hidden historic ‘off-the-beaten-track’ spots on the hike up to the Eagles nest. He shared his vast knowledge all the way along the hike, indicating viewpoints of beauty spots and rest areas. He even brought us a few energy bars to replenish energy levels along the way. The eagles nest itself was quite an experience too.. very much enhanced and put into perspective by Claudios knowledge and ‘carry-along’ archive of historic photos. Having told Claudio about my husbands 50th birthday he had brought along two miniature champagne bottles to open at the top… such a nice touch. We decided not to eat at the top (it was very hot and the heat took away the hunger) and took the bus back down where Claudio continued to show us the site of the Berghof area (Hitlers actual house and military HQ) and the tunnels underneath. At the end of the tour we looked back up to the Eagles nest and realised the distance and elevation we had covered and were quite staggered by the achievement. You could just come and visit this area and just take the bus up and down but why would you do that if you could go with Claudio and really experience the area. 100% recommend doing this tour. It’s worth every penny.

I can’t recommend this experience enough. Walking to Eagle’s Nest gives you such an appreciation for the area Hitler spent so much time in as well as the task set before the British and American forces in penetrating the area with bombs and eventually, on foot. I knew from the start we would be gaining important contextual knowledge from Claudio, a warm (and fit!) fellow that is highly focused on his guests’ comfort, and safety. His passion for the history and all aspects of the Nazi’s rise to power was obvious. We saw and learned things I am still thinking about long after the end of the tour, like the darkness and beauty of the human condition that exist side by side. The beauty of Berchtesgaden, seat of the Third Reich. Thank you, Claudio! Pictured is the exact view Hitler would have seen from the office of his private residence.

Amazing experience. Claudio was fantastic. He has an excellent knowledge of the history of WW11 and of the area. The tour was in depth, we got to see areas that most tourists would not even know existed if you had not been on the hiking tour. The hike was not bad, almost 5 miles from starting point. Claudio went at a nice pace stopping and taking breaks and sharing information. He knows when to stop and when to keep going. I would recommend to anyone wanting to have a a great day and learn and understand more about the the war from years before war started to after it was over.

I can’t think of how this could be better. You will see things you won’t see anywhere else, understand the context of the place and time in such a well structured way! Must do

This was one of the best experiences of our trip to Germany. Claudio is incredibly knowledgeable and excited about the information. He brought us to some special places that people would not know about. He kept the perfect pace for us as we switchbacked up the mountain. The views at the top were all the more rewarding and spectacular because we walked it. We highly recommend taking this tour. A few pieces of information to keep in mind; it is a walk on a gravel/paved pathway. We wore hiking shoes but would have been fine in good sneakers. The walk took 2.5 hours and it was all uphill. You need good legs! Bring a small snack and water along.

Claudio provides an excellent narrative and overview of the history and significance of Eagles Nest and Berchtesgaden. Definitely recommended.

I went in hoping for a good day of hiking and meeting new people; Claudio’s Monkey Business tour blew those expectations away. From start to finish, Claudio was warm, organized, and incredibly knowledgeable about Berchtesgaden and the Eagle’s Nest. He shared history and local insights in a way that made every stop more meaningful, and he was wonderfully attentive — making sure everyone felt included and part of the team. The pace was smooth, the energy was upbeat, the weather was perfect, and the camaraderie in the group was genuine. If you’re on the fence, don’t be. I can’t recommend this hike enough!