Berchtesgaden Historical Hiking and Exploration Tour

The first time that Easy Company part of the 101st. Airborne division reached the hills of Obersalzberg most of the buildings in that area where destroyed. If you visit this area today you will see that a lot has changed, the forest has taken over and a big parking place leads people straight up the mountain. This tour is here to provide you with far reaching insight of the historical locations hidden in the forest, see the ruins of Hitler's house and other WWII sights that will bring history to life. Then hike up from there to the Eagle's Nest and you will following the steps of the first American soldiers that got there by foot in May 1945. Even though the Eagle's Nest is one of the most visited places in Germany our tour will take us thru a more richer and less traveled path. The tour is a mix world history, exercise and incredible landscapes.
I take pride in offering the best possible experience to deliver professional and safe guidance in the mountains with a relaxed atmosphere.

Meeting Point

Berggasthof Obersalzberg

Salzbergstraße 43, 83471 Berchtesgaden, Germany

Meeting point is at the entrance of the restaurant Berggasthof Obersalzberg.
Optional: if you want to start travelling from Salzburg to the meeting point by bus we can meet at the train station at 8:00 Mon-Fri, 9:00 Sat-Sun and holidays (bus ticket is 11,60 euros cash. Inform what is best for you).

What's included:

• All historical background and knowledge of the area
• Ruins of Hitler's mountain house.
• Exploration of the Obersalzberg (where the high command had their residences)
• Can borrow trekking poles if requested
• Entrance to the Eagle's Nest

Not included:

• Bus down the mountain to the Obersalzberg is not included (25.10euro cash or card)

What to expect:

Duration: between 5 hours and 6 hours

Kehlsteinhaus

Mannisteig, Berchtesgaden, 83471, Bavaria

The Eagle's Nest is located in the imposing summit of the Kehlstein mountain. Even to this date not such place has being build. People taking the tour will discover all the history behind its construction, win insight about the role it plays today in society and have the opportunity to explore the incredible landscapes of the Bavarian Alps.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Parkplatz Obersalzberg - Dokumentationszentrum

83471 Berchtesgaden, Germany

This part of the tour is unique because the location is so rich historically, only if you know where to look. We will hike around the area of Obersalzberg, the place where Hitler and many other high ranking officers had their houses. The tour will give an insight of the historical importance of that area, how it was transformed into a nazi town and what decisions where taken there that affected the life of millions.

1 hour