Berchtesgaden E-Bike Tour to Eagle's Nest

Skip the crowded buses and discover the Eagle’s Nest on an exclusive e-bike tour. Starting in Berchtesgaden, your guide Natalia will lead you along a scenic alpine route, steadily climbing through shady forests and open meadows. Along the way, enjoy panoramic views of the valley, surrounding peaks, and picturesque landscapes. At the summit, the highlight awaits: breathtaking vistas of Lake Königssee, Mount Watzmann, and the iconic Eagle’s Nest (Kehlsteinhaus), perched high above the Alps.
Highlights:
* Skip the bus and ride to the Eagle’s Nest on an e-bike in a small group (max 6 guests)
* Hear local stories and insights from your guide Natalia
* Visit the historical places of Obersalzberg, linked to the WWII

Route: approx. 15,5 mi & 4000 ft elevation gain
Good basic fitness and confident braking/downhill skills required; only on wide forest roads and paved paths

Looking for more experiences? Alpsdaily also offers private hiking, cycling, and walking tours in Berchtesgaden.

Meeting Point

Bergwerkstraße 52

Bergwerkstraße 52, 83471 Berchtesgaden, Germany

Our tour begins at the bus stop “Watzmanntherme” (lines 837, 840, 848), right next to the bike rental shop Sport M+R Brandner. E-bikes can be reserved in advance – just contact me if you need assistance.

What's included:

• Tour through the historical Obersalzberg area
• Local tour guide
• Visit to the ruins of Hitler's Berghof
• Entrance to the Eagle's Nest (Kehlsteinhaus)
• Advices about safe e-bike riding

Not included:

• Food and drinks - there are no refreshment options until the summit of Kehlstein (Eagle’s Nest)
• E-bike, helmet (mandatory), bike lock (must be booked in advance)

What to expect:

Duration: 4 hours, 30 minutes

Berchtesgaden Salt Mines

Bergwerkstrasse 83, Berchtesgaden, 83471, Bavaria

Early on along our way, we pass the historic Berchtesgaden Salt Mine, in continuous operation for more than 500 years. Salt is still produced here today, and the mine offers spectacular underground tours to visitors. A visit inside is not part of this tour.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Golf-Club-Berchtesgaden e.V.

Salzbergstraße 33, 83471 Berchtesgaden, Germany

A few kilometers uphill, take a short break next to the Germany’s highest golf course. Enjoy sweeping alpine views and learn about its historical significance, as Adolf Hitler once walked here daily to his so-called Tea House.

15 minutes

Kehlsteinhaus

Mannisteig, Berchtesgaden, 83471, Bavaria

The first finish line of our e-bike ride is the official bike parking, located just 1 km below the summit. From here, we can either walk up to the Eagle’s Nest to enjoy breathtaking alpine vistas, or take the historic elevator that leads directly into the heart of the building.
The highlight of the tour: the Eagle’s Nest, perched dramatically atop Kehlstein mountain at 6,017 ft. Explore its remarkable history, original features such as the marble fireplace and brass elevator, and take in the spectacular panoramic views over Lake Königssee, Mount Watzmann, and the Bavarian Alps.

2 hours

Obersalzberg

Obersalzberg, 83471 Berchtesgaden, Germany

Ride through the historic Obersalzberg area, once home to Hitler and high-ranking officers. Learn about its past and, optionally, take a short walk into the woods to discover the lesser-known ruins of Hitler’s Berghof. From here, enjoy panoramic alpine vistas that recall the dramatic history of this site.

30 minutes