Berchtesgaden

Town Berchtesgaden, Bavaria, Germany
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Berchtesgaden is a municipality in the district Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria, in southeastern Germany, near the border with Austria. The town lies in the Berchtesgaden Alps and is home to the Berchtesgaden National Park, which offers varied landscapes and breathtaking beauty. Visitors can experience nature and learn about environmental protection while exploring the park's unspoiled reserve on well-marked hiking trails. The area is also known for its rich history, including its connection to the Nazi era, and features notable landmarks such as the Kehlstein mountain and the Eagle's Nest. The town has a long history dating back to 1102, with salt mining beginning in 1517, and has been a popular destination for the Bavarian royal family and artists. Today, it remains a great place to visit and explore, with its unique blend of natural beauty, history, and culture

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the town and found it very interesting

Highlights: The children enjoyed the salt mine and the lake Hintersee ✨

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Berchtesgaden: Sights and excursion destinations for a 1-week holiday

Berchtesgaden: Sights and excursion destinations for a 1-week holiday
This family's experience:

Activities: We strolled through Berchtesgaden's town center. We walked to the Marktbrunnen and visited the Schlossplatz, with Schloss Berchtesgaden and Stiftskirche

Highlights: We loved the charming buildings. The children enjoyed seeing the historic buildings and the lively atmosphere of the town ✨