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A picturesque mountain village, perfect for day trips, with a historic church, a wooden footbridge over a clear stream, blooming pink flowers in the foreground and snow-capped mountains under a partly cloudy sky. - Stoll's Hotel Alpina

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Excursion destinations & sights

We have summarised a few excursion destinations for you. You will of course receive further tips and suggestions on site.
Here you will find the opening hours of various Excursion destinations and the Mountain huts to your opinion.

Berchtesgaden National Park

Listen to the voices of birds, track down gentian and edelweiss or marvel at marmots and golden eagles: the national park administration offers hikes on various themes throughout the year. The programme includes excursions, group outings and experiences for the whole family.

A picturesque view of snow-capped mountains and a deep blue lake, surrounded by wooded hills and green meadows under a clear blue sky - one of the most beautiful excursion destinations, with winding roads and scattered trees in the foreground. - Stoll's Hotel Alpina

Königssee and St. Bartholomä

Surrounded by mighty rock faces, it rests in one of the most impressive landscapes in Germany - emerald green and tranquil - in the centre of the Berchtesgaden National Park. The fjord-like lake is eight kilometres long, up to 1.2 kilometres wide and lies 602 metres above sea level. With a maximum depth of 192 metres, the water of Lake Königssee remains relatively cold even in midsummer.

A picturesque lake surrounded by mountains with a boat carrying passengers and a building with red domes and white walls on the shore under a bright blue sky - one of the region's must-see destinations. - Stoll's Hotel Alpina

The Berchtesgaden salt mine

On an excursion through the history of the earth, you will receive exciting information that you will not only learn about during the salt journey through time, but will also experience with all your senses thanks to effective stagings in the realm of fantasy.

A small green train, an excursion destination highlight, with people in miners" clothing - including children - comes out of a stone tunnel labelled "FERDINAND:BERG". The train is labelled "Salzbergwerk Berchtesgaden" and "500 years", surrounded by trees and cobblestones. - Stoll's Hotel Alpina

Kehlsteinhaus - Eagle's Nest

A historic vantage point high above the Berchtesgadener Land: from the Eagle's Nest, visitors can enjoy an overwhelming panoramic view of up to 200 kilometres. It has been managed by the Berchtesgaden-Königssee tourist region since 1960 and is run by private tenants as a mountain restaurant.

A stone building with outdoor seating on a hilltop, surrounded by green trees and distant mountains, overlooks the valley below - one of the most beautiful destinations, with people walking along the path to the building. - Stoll's Hotel Alpina

Salzburg - Salzburger Land

From Stoll's Hotel Alpina, you can drive to Salzburg, the world-famous festival city, in about 25 minutes. Here you have the opportunity to get to know the small but beautiful Mozart city of Salzburg with its many elegant shops, squares, churches and castles. Here you will also find a number of museums worth visiting, for example the newly built Museum der Moderne on the Mönchsberg or the Haus der Natur, which also appeals to younger guests.
Not much further away on the Austrian side you will find some beautifully situated, romantic lakes, such as the Mondsee, Wallersee or Fuschlsee. All of these places can be easily reached within a day, for example with our bus operator friend Schwaiger, who not only organises day trips there, so you can leave your car in the garage and relax.

A panoramic view of Salzburg, Austria - one of the best places to visit - shows the Hohensalzburg Fortress on a hill, historic buildings and church domes in the foreground and mountains rising under a clear blue sky. - Stoll's Hotel Alpina

FAQs

Everything you need to know about excursion destinations & sights:
Here you will find the most frequently asked questions and answers for your perfect holiday in the Berchtesgadener Land.

Where is the best place to go on holiday in Berchtesgadener Land?

Schönau am Königssee is considered the tourist heart of the Berchtesgaden region, as it has the most spectacular nature - the national park and the Königssee - right on its doorstep. Anyone looking for a suitable hotel will find a wide range of options in Schönau, from guesthouses to upmarket hotels.
If you value a family-friendly atmosphere, an excellent starting point and relaxation regardless of the weather, then Stoll's Hotel Alpina Your first choice. We offer our guests:
A fantastic Breakfast buffet for the perfect start to your day in the mountains.
Own pools (indoor and outdoor) to relax after the hike.
Cosy rooms and a spacious sunbathing lawn with mountain views.

How can you take a boat trip on the Königssee?

A boat trip on the emerald-green Königssee is one of the absolute highlights of the region. The trips are organised by Bayerische Seenschifffahrt all year round (except in icy conditions) using silent electric boats.

Procedure: The boats depart from the lakeside landing stage in Schönau. You can either buy tickets online in advance (highly recommended in high season!) or directly at the ticket counter.

What is the name of the waterfall at Königssee and how do you get there?

What is the name of the waterfall at Königssee and how do you get there?
There is not only the one waterfall at Königssee, but two famous natural spectacles that are best reached via a combination of boat trip and hike:
The Schrainbach Falls: This impressive waterfall plunges directly into the Königssee. The best way to reach it is to take the electric boat to St. Bartholomä and from there take a delightful 45-minute walk along the shore.
The Röthbach Falls: At 470 metres, this is the highest waterfall in Germany. Take the boat to the terminus Salet, walk along the picturesque Obersee to the Fischunkelalm and from there continue to the foot of the waterfall.

What outdoor activities and festivals are there in Schönau am Königssee?

Schönau am Königssee is a paradise for nature lovers and culture vultures alike. In addition to the classic boat trips, the region offers countless possibilities:
Outdoor activities: The offer ranges from leisurely hikes (e.g. Malerwinkel) to challenging mountain tours in the national park and paragliding on the Jenner (Jennerbahn).
Tradition up close: The traditional Alpine cattle drive (when the cows return to the valley from the mountain pastures festively decorated) usually takes place between the end of September and the beginning of October, depending on the weather. The same applies to the local harvest and autumn festivals, which are closely linked to the farmers' autumn and the return of the animals. You can enquire about current dates at the hotel reception at any time!

What are the names of the mountains in the region and when does the cattle drive take place?

The skyline of the Berchtesgadener Land is characterised by the imposing Berchtesgaden Alps. The highest and most famous mountain is the Watzmann with its striking main peak at 2,713 metres. Other well-known peaks that frame the valley are the Jenner (the ideal viewing mountain), the Hochkalter and the legendary Untersberg.
If you want to experience Bavarian tradition up close, you should visit the Alpine pasture drive arrive. When the cows return to the valley festively decorated (with so-called „Fuikl“) after the summer on the mountain pastures, this is celebrated extensively. Depending on the weather, this usually takes place between the end of September and the beginning of October.

What to do when it rains and what insider tips are there for families?

Even in bad weather, a holiday in Berchtesgadener Land is guaranteed not to fall through. The region offers excellent bad weather alternatives and insider tips that are particularly exciting for families:
Underground: The Berchtesgaden Salt Mine is completely independent of the weather and a huge adventure.
Pure nature in the dry: The „House of Mountains“ is an interactive national park centre where children can discover nature in a playful and dry way.
Water fun: The Watzmann Therme offers plenty of variety when it rains.
Our hotel insider tip: If you stay at Stoll's Hotel Alpina, you don't even have to leave the house in rainy weather to make the children happy. Our big, Heated indoor pool saves every rainy holiday day while you can sit back and relax!