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The Eagle's Nest: A Historical Alpine Retreat

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Explore a historical landmark with breathtaking views at the Eagle's Nest, a mountaintop restaurant and WWII site in the Bavarian Alps.

Perched atop the Kehlstein mountain, the Eagle's Nest (Kehlsteinhaus) offers stunning panoramic views and a glimpse into WWII history. Originally built as a Nazi Party venue, it now serves as a mountaintop restaurant and tourist destination.

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  • 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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  • Arrive early to purchase bus tickets, as they are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Check the weather forecast before your visit, as the Eagle's Nest is only open seasonally and can close due to inclement weather.
  • Consider bringing a jacket, as the temperature at the top of the mountain can be significantly cooler than in the valley.
  • Allow at least 2-3 hours for your visit, including travel time, exploring the site, and enjoying the views.
  • Take the RVO Bus #838 from Berchtesgaden main station to avoid searching for parking at Obersalzberg.

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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From Berchtesgaden Hbf (main station), take bus 838 to the Dokumentation Obersalzberg/Kehlstein Busabfahrt. From there, board the RVO bus 849, which is the only bus permitted to travel up Kehlsteinstraße. This bus will take you to the Kehlstein parking area. From the parking area, a 124-meter tunnel leads to an elevator that ascends directly into the Kehlsteinhaus. The bus 838 from the Post Office in Berchtesgaden costs approximately €3. A roundtrip ticket on bus 849, including the elevator, costs around €32 for adults. Children between 6 and 14 have a reduced fare. A discount is available with the Berchtesgaden-Königssee guest card.

  • Taxi

    From Berchtesgaden Hbf, a taxi to the Kehlsteinhaus costs approximately €21-€27 and takes about 23 minutes. The taxi will take you to the Obersalzberg Documentation Center, where you will need to board the RVO bus 849 to reach the Kehlsteinhaus. A roundtrip ticket on bus 849, including the elevator, costs around €32 for adults. Children between 6 and 14 have a reduced fare. A discount is available with the Berchtesgaden-Königssee guest card.

Discover more about The Eagle's Nest

The Eagle's Nest, or Kehlsteinhaus, is a historical building located on the Kehlstein peak near Berchtesgaden. Constructed in 1937-1938, it was commissioned by the Nazi Party as a representation venue and was used for government meetings. Despite its history, Hitler only visited the Eagle's Nest around 14 times, as he was not particularly fond of the location.Today, the Eagle's Nest operates seasonally as a restaurant, beer garden, and tourist destination, offering visitors panoramic views of the Bavarian Alps. The building itself has been preserved in its original state, providing a unique look into the past. Visitors can explore the building, learn about its history, and enjoy the stunning alpine scenery. The site is generally open from mid-May to mid-October, but it is best to check the exact dates, as weather conditions can affect the opening times.To reach the Eagle's Nest, visitors must take a special bus from the Obersalzberg Documentation Center. The Kehlsteinstraße, the road leading to the Eagle's Nest, is closed to regular traffic and rises 800 meters in altitude. The bus journey takes around 20 minutes and includes a ride through five tunnels. After the bus ride, visitors enter a 124-meter tunnel through the mountain to a mirrored brass elevator that brings them to the Eagle's Nest.

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