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The Eagle's Nest: A Mountaintop Historical Landmark
Visit the Eagle's Nest in Berchtesgaden for breathtaking views and a glimpse into World War II history. A unique alpine experience.
Perched atop the Kehlstein mountain, the Eagle's Nest (Kehlsteinhaus) offers stunning alpine views and a glimpse into history. Originally built as a tea house for Adolf Hitler, it now serves as a restaurant and a historical site open to the public.
Plan your visit
A brief summary to The Eagle's Nest
Opening times, essentials, and a few local tips gathered into one calmer, easier-to-scan planning section.
Plan your visit
Monday
8:30 am-4 pm
Tuesday
8:30 am-4 pm
Wednesday
8:30 am-4 pm
Thursday
8:30 am-4 pm
Friday
8:30 am-4 pm
Saturday
8:30 am-4 pm
Sunday
8:30 am-4 pm
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Getting There
Public Transport
To reach the Eagle's Nest using public transport, start at the Berchtesgaden Bus Station. Take the RVO bus line 838 towards Obersalzberg. Get off at the Dokumentation Obersalzberg bus stop. From there, transfer to the special Kehlsteinhaus bus line 849. This bus will take you up the Kehlstein Road to the Eagle's Nest parking area. From the parking area, a tunnel leads to an elevator that will take you to the Eagle's Nest. A single ticket on bus 838 from Berchtesgaden to Dokumentation Obersalzberg costs approximately €3. The round trip ticket for the Kehlsteinhaus bus (including the elevator) costs €31.90 for adults and €16.50 for children.
Taxi
To reach the Eagle's Nest by taxi, take a taxi from Berchtesgaden to the Obersalzberg Dokumentation Center. From there, you must transfer to the special Kehlsteinhaus bus to reach the Eagle's Nest. A taxi ride from Berchtesgaden to the Obersalzberg Dokumentation Center will cost approximately €21-€27. The round trip ticket for the Kehlsteinhaus bus (including the elevator) costs €31.90 for adults and €16.50 for children.
Driving
To reach the Eagle's Nest by car, drive to the Obersalzberg and park at the Hintereck/Eagle's Nest parking area near the Dokumentation Center. Parking costs approximately €5 for a day ticket. From the parking area, transfer to the special Kehlsteinhaus bus line 849. This bus will take you up the Kehlstein Road to the Eagle's Nest parking area. From the parking area, a tunnel leads to an elevator that will take you to the Eagle's Nest. The round trip ticket for the Kehlsteinhaus bus (including the elevator) costs €31.90 for adults and €16.50 for children.
Local tips
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Book your bus tickets online in advance, especially during peak season, to avoid long queues.
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Arrive at least 30 minutes before your scheduled bus departure time.
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Check the weather forecast before your visit, as the Eagle's Nest may be closed due to inclement weather.
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Wear comfortable shoes for walking around the site and consider bringing a jacket, as the temperature can be cooler at the summit.
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Allow at least two hours for your visit to fully explore the Eagle's Nest and enjoy the panoramic views.
Discover more about The Eagle's Nest
The Eagle's Nest, or Kehlsteinhaus in German, is a historical building located on top of the Kehlstein mountain near Berchtesgaden. Constructed between 1937 and 1938, it was commissioned by Martin Bormann as a 50th birthday gift for Adolf Hitler, intended as a place for diplomatic meetings and to impress foreign leaders. Despite its construction and purpose, Hitler only visited the Eagle's Nest about 14 times, as he was reportedly afraid of heights.
The Eagle's Nest is perched at an elevation of 1,834 meters (6,017 feet). The building itself is accessed via a special bus service that travels along a road blasted into the mountainside, a feat of engineering with a steep incline and several tunnels. Upon arrival at the bus terminus, visitors enter a tunnel leading to an elevator that ascends the final 124 meters to the building's entrance.
Today, the Eagle's Nest serves as a restaurant and a historical landmark. Visitors can explore the building, enjoy panoramic views of the Bavarian Alps, and learn about the history of the site through an exhibition on the sun terrace. The exhibition provides information on the Obersalzberg area's transformation into a restricted zone for Nazi leaders and the construction of the Kehlstein Road and the Eagle's Nest. While much of the original interior has been removed, the building retains its historical aura, offering a poignant reminder of its past. The site is generally open from mid-May to late October, weather permitting.
A brief summary to The Eagle's Nest
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