The Eagle's Nest, Berchtesgaden

Name: The Eagle's Nest
Address: Berchtesgaden, Germany

#5 among attractions in Berchtesgaden

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The Kehlsteinhaus is a Nazi-constructed building erected atop the summit of the Kehlstein, a rocky outcrop that rises above Obersalzberg near the town of Berchtesgaden, in southeastern Germany. It was used exclusively by members of the Nazi Party for government and social meetings. It was visited on 14 documented instances by Adolf Hitler. Today, it is open seasonally as a restaurant, beer garden, and tourist site. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1938 (86 years ago)Coordinates: 47°36'41"N, 13°2'32"E

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The Eagle's Nest – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Dokumentation Obersalzberg, Königssee, Kehlstein, Jenner Mountain.

1.4 miN
Museum on history of National Socialism
Dokumentation Obersalzberg, Berchtesgaden
36 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...
5 miSW
Lake with boating and St. Bartholomew's
Königssee, Berchtesgaden National Park
128 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...
~1150 ftSE
Towering peak with an elevated eatery
Kehlstein
6 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.
2.7 miS
Natural attraction, Nature, Mountain
Jenner Mountain
68 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...
1.7 miSE
Natural attraction, Nature, Mountain
Hoher Göll
43 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...
1.5 miN
Museum
Berghof
40 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque Bavarian Alps of Germany, the Berghof stands as a historical testament to one of the most tumultuous periods of the 20th century. Once the mountain residence of Adolf Hitler, this site has been transformed into a museum that offers visitors a...
3.8 miW
Natural attraction, Nature, Mountain
Grünstein
96 min walk • Grünstein is a mountain of Bavaria, Germany.
1.9 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Hohes Brett, Berchtesgaden National Park
49 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.
4.9 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Watzmann, Berchtesgaden National Park
126 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.
2.2 miNW
Watersports, Water park, Swimming
Watzmanntherme, Berchtesgaden
56 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.
5.4 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Feuerpalven, Berchtesgaden National Park
138 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.