Kunsteisbahn Königssee

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The Königssee bobsleigh, luge, and skeleton track is a venue in Germany for bobsleigh, luge and skeleton, located in Schönau am Königssee, Bavaria, near Königssee and the border with Austria. Completed 54 years ago in 1968, it is the first permanent, artificially refrigerated bobsleigh, luge, and skeleton track in the world. In July 2021, the track was severely damaged by the floods that affected the European continent. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 47°35'22"N, 12°58'44"E

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An der Seeklause 43BavariaGermany

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Kunsteisbahn Königssee – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St. Bartholomew's Church, Dokumentation Obersalzberg, Königssee, Kehlstein.

3.1 miS
Picturesque 17th-century lakeside church
St. Bartholomew's Church, Berchtesgaden National Park
79 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque landscape of Schönau am Königsee, within the Berchtesgaden National Park in Germany, lies the tranquil St. Bartholomew's Church. This charming church, with its distinctive onion-shaped domes and striking red roof, serves as a beacon of...
4.1 miNE
Museum on history of National Socialism
Dokumentation Obersalzberg, Berchtesgaden
105 min walk • Nestled in the scenic Bavarian Alps near Berchtesgaden, Germany, Dokumentation Obersalzberg serves as a sobering reminder of the area's dark past during the Nazi era. This contemporary museum, situated on the very grounds that once served as a second seat of power for...
2.5 miS
Lake with boating and St. Bartholomew's
Königssee, Berchtesgaden National Park
64 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque Berchtesgaden National Park, the Königssee is a natural jewel of Germany, known for its crystal-clear waters and stunning alpine scenery. This deep lake, renowned for being one of the country's cleanest, is a haven for tourists seeking...
3.4 miNE
Towering peak with an elevated eatery
Kehlstein
88 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque Bavarian Alps of Germany, Kehlstein Mountain commands an imposing presence. This lofty peak, rising to an elevation of 1,834 meters, is renowned for its breathtaking views and historical significance.
2.2 miSE
Natural attraction, Nature, Mountain
Jenner Mountain
55 min walk • Jenner Mountain, located in the picturesque Berchtesgaden National Park in Germany, is an alpine treasure that beckons nature lovers and adventure seekers alike. This majestic peak reaches an elevation of 1,874 meters, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding...
4.1 miE
Natural attraction, Nature, Mountain
Hoher Göll
106 min walk • Hoher Göll is a commanding mountain peak that rises majestically along the border between Germany and Austria. Nestled in the Berchtesgaden Alps, Hoher Göll stands at an elevation of 2,522 meters, offering breath-taking views and challenging climbs that attract...
0.7 miNW
Natural attraction, Nature, Mountain
Grünstein
18 min walk • Grünstein is a mountain of Bavaria, Germany.
3.3 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Hohes Brett, Berchtesgaden National Park
85 min walk • Hohes Brett is a mountain of Bavaria, Germany. The Hohes Brett is a 2,340 meter high mountain in Goellstock, which is located in the Berchtesgadener Alps. The border between Germany and Austria runs over its peak.
2 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Watzmann, Berchtesgaden National Park
51 min walk • The Watzmann is a mountain in the Bavarian Alps south of the village of Berchtesgaden. It is the third highest in Germany, and the highest located entirely on German territory.
3.5 miNE
Watersports, Water park, Swimming
Watzmanntherme, Berchtesgaden
89 min walk • The Watzmann Therme is a saline spa in Berchtesgaden, in the Upper Bavarian district of Berchtesgadener Land. It is operated by Watzmann Therme GmbH, a subsidiary of the Zweckverband Bergerlebnis Berchtesgaden.
3.4 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Feuerpalven, Berchtesgaden National Park
88 min walk • Feuerpalven is a mountain of Bavaria, Germany. It is located in the Gotzen Mountains, a sub-range in the Hagen Mountains of the Berchtesgaden Alps.