Skip-the-Line: Eagle's Nest in Berchtesgaden Tour from Salzburg
- 4h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Visit Kehlsteinhaus, better known as the Eagle’s Nest, on a half-day tour from Salzburg. Journey through the spectacular scenery of Königsee River Valley and the Bavarian Alps to Obersalzberg, and then continue to the clifftop Eagle’s Nest by shuttle bus and elevator. After bypassing the crowds with a skip-the-line ticket, tour Hitler’s former retreat with a knowledgeable guide, and soak up the alpine views before returning to Salzburg.
Inclusions
What's included
- Skip-the-line ticket Eagles Nest
- Local guide
- Return trip by elevator to Eagles nest
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Round trip transfer by coach from Salzburg
What's not
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
Start your tour passing by the Salzburg city center with its beautiful baroque townscape
Before you cross the German Border, pass by the heart-chakra of Europe – Untersberg this fascinating landmark spell-bounding since centuries with its mythical power, Hitler even chose to build his headquarters at the Obersalzberg, so he could see the Untersberg every day.
Arrive at the mountainside hamlet of Obersalzberg. Snake up the scenic road on a brief shuttle ride, enjoy breathtiking views of spectacular Alpine mountain ranges and deep blue Kings Lake. Then, debark and step inside a World War II-era elevator made from brass, which once transported Hitler’s guests to the Eagle’s Nest. At the top, bypass the crowds with a direct access ticket and enter the complex. Built for Hitler’s 50th birthday, wander the site with your guide, learning the history behind it as you go. Soak up the incredible views as you look out from a perch of some 5,000 feet (1,524 meters) above ground.
Afterward, visit the charming Alpine town of Berchtesgaden. Explore independently this picturesque historic center and make sure to try some local specialties during your stay. You'll also pass by the Schloss Berchtesgaden.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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5Eagles Nest Tour
The guide and driver are exceptional and extremely friendly! Thank you for such a wonderful experience. Do not miss this tour the area is breathtaking.
5Great tour and the guide...
Great tour and the guide was very informative. Food in the town was delicious. It was the perfect half day tour.
5Eagles Nest with passion
The tours left very much on time. Getting there early is a recommendation to see that you get seats close to others in your party. The tour guide was well versed in all types of history, explaining so much about the tour but also on the local area and its own history. Knew alot about getting around the place and how to see more in the best way. The day was bright and beautiful. no wonder it was a preferred place to be away from things.
5Exceptional tour!
Simple, easy to access and on time. Great experience, highly recommend! Will cherish this experience.
5Wonderful tour!
We thoroughly enjoyed our trip to the Eagle’s Nest! We learned so much from our tour guide, Mitch about the history of the Eagle’s Nest and how Hitler came into power. The views from the mountain were absolutely breathtaking. I highly recommend this tour!
5Perfect half day trip...
Perfect half day trip from Salzburg. Thomas and Igor made the experience superior. Would definitely recommend!
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- The tour departs from the bus terminal on Mirabellplatz, corner Hubert Sattler Gasse 1 (in front of St. Andrew church)
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 50 travellers
- Operated by
- Salzburg Panorama Tours GmbH
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Eagles Nest is at 6000 feet elevation. In the rarely event of adverse or inclement weather may result in a cancellation/amendment of the tour due to safety reasons.
- no pets allowed
How it compares in Salzburg
- Its from-price is 64% below the median of the 424 experiences we list in Salzburg.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 2 of 424.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Salzburg
Salzburg, birthplace of Mozart, is a baroque city on the Salzach River beneath a hilltop fortress, with the Alps at its edge.
The old town, on the left bank of the Salzach, is a UNESCO World Heritage site of baroque church domes, narrow lanes and arcaded courtyards, built on the salt trade and presided over by the Hohensalzburg Fortress. Mozart was born in 1756 in a yellow house on Getreidegasse, now a museum, while Residenzplatz and Domplatz hold the cathedral and the palaces of the prince-archbishops.
Top-ranked sights in Salzburg: Mirabell Palace and Gardens (Schloss Mirabell und Mirabellgarten), Hellbrunn Palace (Schloss Hellbrunn), Nonnberg Abbey (Stift Nonnberg).
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