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WELCOME TO NATURE & THIS HOLIDAY MOUNTAINS PARADISE Page 6

WATER, LAKES & WELLNESS Page 20 hat brings you ulti- mate happiness? WMaybe it’s packing SNOW & your backpack early in the WINTER FUN morning, jumping into your hiking Page 28 boots and scaling a mountain peak. Or exploring mysterious gorges for hours on end while discovering the wonders RELAX & ENJOY of nature with your kids. Perhaps it’s enjoying top-class concert Page 36 music surrounded by breathtaking panoramas. Or is it possibly having time for new ideas and CULTURE & truly pampering yourself? SIGHTS Page 42 To explore and the Alpine , the mountains as well as world-famous STROLLING & sights, can only be done here in SHOPPING Berchtesgadener Land. Page 58

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CENTRAL INFORMATION TRAVEL BY BUS AND TRAIN CENTERS ON SITE Train Connections Bad Reichenhall: Wittelsbacherstr. 15 IC Königssee: Direct connection : Großgmainer Str. 14 between Hamburg Altona and Freilas- Berchtesgaden: Maximilianstraße 9 sing-Bad Reichenhall-Berchtesgaden. and Königsseer Straße 2, Schönau a. Take the Westbahn to and Königssee: Rathausplatz 1 and See- change to the Berchtesgadener Land straße 3, : Hauptstraße Bahn (BLB) to Bad Reichenhall/ 18, Ramsau: Im Tal 2, Marktschellen- Bayerisch Gmain or Berchtesgaden berg: Salzburger Straße 2, : via . Bayern Ticket: take Petersplatz 2, Anger: Dorfplatz 4, the Meridian or RB from to : Poststraße 14, Freilassing: Bad Reichenhall/Bayerisch Gmain and Hauptstraße 45, Saaldorf-Surheim: Berchtesgaden via Freilassing. Moosweg 2, Laufen: Rathausplatz 1 Transportation of Bicycles on the Trains EMERGENCY CALLS In the local Berchtesgadener Land International emergency cellphone trains, the transportation of bicycles number/European emergency is free. Please note: if trains are very number T 112 crowded, the railway personnel will Alpine emergency number (AT) T 140 decide if the bikes can be brought or not.

GERMAN ALPINE Kurkarte / Guest Card = Bus Card ASSOCIATION (DAV) With the Berchtesgaden guest card, T +49 8652 9764615 overnight guests in the and From mid-May to mid-October Königssee region can travel free and [email protected] environmentally friendly on most bus routes, with a few exceptions of RVO.

EASY ARRIVAL BY CAR Kurkarte / Guest Card = Bus Card Take the Autobahn München-Salzburg The Bad Reichenhall guest card is (A8) from Munich and continue on your eco-conscious free ticket to tourist good secondary roads. Please note: If attractions, hiking centers and more in you are arriving on the A8 from Munich, and around the Alpine Town. we suggest you take the Bad Reichen- Use the city bus and Berchtesgadener hall exit. Continuing through Land Bahn Train in Bad Reichenhall/ requires a vignette (toll-road sticker)! Bayerisch Gmain to get to, e.g., the Old Salt Works, RupertusTherme Spa, Predigtstuhl Cable Car, concerts, hiking FLY TO THE MOUNTAINS centers. The Salzburg Airport is around 20 km (12.5 miles), the Munich Airport around 170 km (105 miles) away. 4 IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Dial-a-Bus Berchtesgaden (RufBus) Rental Stations Additional service, besides public • Spa & Family Resort RupertusTherme, transportation, for the townships Bad Reichenhall of Berchtesgaden, Bischofswiesen, • Nemo-Point, Bad Reichenhall Ramsau and Schönau a. Königssee. • Tourist Information, Piding T +49 8652 964822 • Intersport Renoth, Jennerbahn/ Schönau a. Königssee Alpine Experience Bus (ALMErlebnisBUS) e-Service Stations Starting at the bus stop Hintersee in Charging stations within the municipal the mountaineering village Ramsau and district can be found at following along the Alpine pastures and ladeatlas.elektromobilitaet-bayern.de huts of the Klausbachtal (End of May until the beginning of October). Accessibility almerlebnisbus.com Whether an interesting visit to a muse- Teisendorf Municipal Bus um or a relaxing stay at one of our ther- (GemeindeBUS Teisendorf) mal spa facilities – the following tourist Takes guests to the desired destina- attractions are disabled friendly. tions within the municipal district. It is Parts of the pedestrian zones as well possible to transport buggies, walking as a few hiking trails are accessible to aids or wheelchairs. buggies, wheelchairs and walkers. T +49 8666 928853 Destinations/accommodations tested for accessibility can be found at Flixbus reisen-fuer-alle.de Flixbus is a low-cost way to reach Bad Reichenhall, Berchtesgaden and Schönau a. Königssee. Bus routes are TAXI subject to the season. Office Berchtesgaden Cable Cars T +49 8652 4041 These cable cars will take you to mag- Office Bad Reichenhall nificent viewpoints: T +49 8651 4545 • Predigtstuhl Cable Car, Bad Reichenhall • Jenner Cable Car, Schönau a. Königssee • Hirscheck-Chairlift, Ramsau EASILY FIND YOUR WAY • Cable Car, Berchtesgaden Check our markers: • Götschenkopf Cable Car, Bischofswiesen • Cable Car, A/Grödig 1 1 Excursions 2 Restaurant tips TRAVEL ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY WITH E-ENERGY They can also be found in the enclosed Swap a Car for an e-Bike map. The service provider “movelo GmbH” offers a comprehensive network of rental and charging stations. Check out the stations at ebike-holiday.com 5 6 NATURE & MOUNTAINS

Lace up your hiking boots and off you go! For ambitious mountain lovers as well as leisure hikers.

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GORGES, RAVINES AND DAMS

Hikes through Berchtesgadener Land’s gorges and ravines offer a fantastic experience that won’t easily be forgotten.

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Wild and romantic: The 1 Almbach- 2 klamm near , with its thunderous waterfalls, is one of the most beautiful gorges in the Bavarian . At its entrance one can admire 2 ’s oldest marble mill. Since 1683 chunks of marble are beautifully ground into smooth balls here.

Throughout Berchtesgadener Land, mills and dams can be found, such as the Röthelbachklause near Bad Reichenhall – one of the earliest splash dams mentioned in a document – or the Theresienklause in the Almbach- klamm. These historical monuments tell a story of the economy and technology 8 NATURE & MOUNTAINS

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in former times. They made use of the GLACIERS AND ICE power of water and served as a means Hikers wishing to explore gorges and for extracting salt, producing stone ravines will need good footwear. Warm balls, grinding grains, generating energy clothes are a further requirement for or enabling the transportation of wood exploring the 4 Schellenberger ice from hard to access forest areas. cave (1,550 m/5,085 ft) in the Untersberg Mountain, as the descent Many mills and dams have meanwhile into Germany’s largest ice cave gets been lovingly restored by associations colder with every step. and volunteer helpers. They are ideal eishoehle.net tourist attractions for young and old alike that still captivate our interest The reason why the 5 Blaueis Glacier today by their association of technology still exists despite global warming is with nature. thanks to its location on the north face of Hochkalter Mountain. Glacier Those who are up for more ravine enthusiasts can stop for refreshments adventures should explore the Speik at the Blaueis hut (1,680 m/5,512 ft) Valley and Speik Stream near and continue from there on hikes into a Bayerisch Gmain. Steep trails through unique glacier world. the romantic Weissbach Valley, with its deep ravines and numerous waterfalls, 5 lead to the wide streambed of the Speik. 3 Aschauer Gorge and Hiental Dam can be found nearby, in the neighboring township of .

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TAKE YOUR BIKE FOR A SPIN Numerous biking trails offer a diverse range of tours, for example to Thumsee Lake, around Saalachsee Lake, and the list goes on. Whether you want to explore the world with your kids or are looking for challenging mountain bike tours, such as up to Gotzenalm – the area offers bike fun for everyone.

THE JOYS OF HIKING Those who prefer strapping on hiking boots can explore Berchtesgadener Land on well-marked trails. Whether half-day or full-day excursions, hiking through valleys or scaling mountain peaks – choose from a variety of hikes suiting your wishes and physical fitness. Multi-day tours on the SalzAlpenSteig or one of the SalzAlpen tours provide another special experience. Are you looking for good company or a knowledgeable mountain guide? Then why not join one of the guided hikes offered throughout the county. We also recommend the Berchtesgaden Alpine National Park’s hiking program. 10 NATURE & MOUNTAINS

A GOLFER’S PARADISE Experience great golfing on Ober- salzberg Mountain at an elevation of approx. 1,000 meters (3,281 feet)! Here golfers of all levels can enjoy the game in front of a spec- tacular mountain backdrop. Twenty other golf courses can be found within an hour’s drive.

STAY ACTIVE IN BAD REICHENHALL Bad Reichenhalll’s local mountains offer many hikes and mountain tours into nature and form a counterpart to the urban flair of the Alpine Town. Bayerisch Gmain is located above Bad Reichenhall: not only the Alpgarten loop, but also the Wald-Idyll trail and SalzAlpen tours lead through an impressive landscape with forests and streams at the foot of the Lattenge- birge. Special tips: Soleleitungsweg (brine pipeline trail) telling the history of salt or the three walking trails in the Alpine Town.

the 2,000 m² (21,528 ft²) of climbing 1 DAV CLIMBING CENTER IN THE GANZ MOUN- surface as well as the two boulder TAINEERING CENTER rooms.

Watzmannstraße 4 83483 Bischofswiesen T +49 8652 9764620 info@kletterzentrum- berchtesgaden.de kletterzentrum-berchtesgaden.de

Mon, Wed, Fri open from The German Alpine Association’s (DAV) 10:00 – 22:00, Tues, Thurs climbing center in the mountaineering from 9:00 – 22:00, Sat, Sun house Ganz in Bischofswiesen provides and public holidays the ultimate climbing experience in the from 10:00 – 21:00 . Climbers will enjoy 11 NATURE & MOUNTAINS

2 SCENIC TRAIN RIDES 3 ROSSFELD THROUGH BERCHTES- PANORAMIC GADENER LAND ROAD

Many attractive tourist attractions can Germany’s highest panoramic road be reached by bus or train, so why not takes visitors directly into Berchtesga- start your relaxed family excursion with dener Land’s unique mountain world the Berchtesgadener Land Bahn? The with a view of Salzburg and the comfortable train ride offers great views Valley. There are various hiking trails and of ’s mountains, passes historic a magnificent panoramic circular route and includes a steep picturesque with benches to rest on as well as info incline. Get the best tickets* for your trip panels. Two mountain restaurants and directly in the BLB train without surch- a snack-bar (including handicapped arge between Freilassing and Berchtes- toilette) provide refreshments. The toll gaden or in the BLB customer center. road is passable year-round and, as of February 2018, approved for acces- sibility by the identification system Berchtesgadener Land Bahn Customer Center "Travel for All" that is uniformly defined Hermann-Löns-Straße 4 nationwide. Therefore, you as a guest 83395 Freilassing can independently judge the suitability T +49 180 1231236 of the offer for your individual require- blb.info ments.

Toll station: T +49 8652 2808 *Discounts for many destinations; max. rossfeldpanoramastrasse.de three of one’s own (grand-) children up to 14 years are free. Tickets are only Toll fee: Car 8.50 €, valid in local trains, Mon – Fri from Motorcycle 5 €, Bus 60 € 9:00 am, Sat – Sun and public holidays all day; in busses, Mon – Sun from 0:00 – 3:00 am the following day.

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4 THE EAGLE’S NEST

A historic viewpoint high above Berchtesgaden: The Eagle’s Nest on top of Mount (1,834 m/6,017 ft) provides a breathtaking panoramic view. The building was completed in 1938 and in 1960 the Bavarian State entrusted it to a foundation. The Eagle’s Nest is man- aged by the tourist region of Berchtes- gaden-Königssee and run as a mountain restaurant by private leaseholders. The Eagle’s Nest road is closed to private traffic – special busses chauffeur visitors up to a viewing platform from where a 124 meter (407 feet) long tunnel leads to a brass elevator going 124 meters Zweckverband Tourismusregion (407 feet) up into the Eagle’s Nest. Berchtesgaden-Königssee T +49 8652 967-0 The Eagle’s Nest road or Kehlstein- Eagle’s Nest Restaurant strasse is considered to be a unique T +49 8652 2969 architectural masterpiece and true feat .de of engineering: in a single bend the road traverses the tremendous difference Mid May – October in altitude of 700 meters (2297 feet) Discounts for families, groups while crossing the steep northwest side and with a guest card of the Kehlstein Mountain twice. Its construction time is impressive as well: RVO bus from 849 Berchtesgaden the 6.5-kilometer (4-mile) long road was O bersalzberg completed in 1983 after just 13 months Salzbergstraße 45 of construction. 83471 Berchtesgaden

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5 EXPERIENCE THE SALT MINES IN BERCHTESGADEN

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Dive into the world of salt in the Berch- tesgaden Salt Mines (founded 1517) and enjoy a unique atmosphere deep in the Bavarian Alps. A miners’ train will take you 650 meters (2,133 feet) into the mountain itself, where a gigantic salt cathedral with a spectacular miners’ slide awaits. 3D animations depicting the mining of salt are presented in an exciting way and the one-hour tour, as well as the boat trip across the under- ground salt lake, provide an unforget- table experience underground for young and old alike. Tip: combine with the old salt works in Bad Reichenhall.

Salzbergwerk Berchtesgaden Bergwerkstraße 83 83471 Berchtesgaden T +49 8652 6002-0 salzbergwerk.de

April 1st – October 31st: 09:00 – 17:00* November 2nd – March 31st: 11:00 – 15:00* (*Last tour begins)

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6 TAKE A BREAK, HAVE A GENTIAN SCHNAPPS

The Grassl distillery warmly invites you Enzianbrennerei Grassl to do just that! Besides the well-known Salzburger Straße 105 Grassl gentian schnapps – distilled in 83471 Berchtesgaden Berchtesgaden for the first time in 1692 T +49 8652 9536-0 – today around 35 different fruit and grassl.com herbal liqueurs as well as gin specialties are produced here as well. Come and May through October: sample the delicious shots and take a Mon – Fri, 9:00 – 18:00 guided tour of the distillery. More- Sat, 9:00 – 16:00 over, a fascinating display of historic November through April: equipment from centuries-old distilling Mon – Fri, 9:00 – 17:00 traditions are waiting to be discovered. Sat, 9:00 – 12:00 Another highlight is the distillery mu-  Free of charge seum in an authentic, old Alpine chalet (only open during summer). RVO bus 840 from Berchtesgaden

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Alte Saline Bad Reichenhall Alte Saline 9, 83435 Bad Reichenhall T +49 8651 7002-6146 alte-saline.de

April 1st – October 31st: 10:00 – 16:00* November 2nd – March 31st: closed Mondays The Old Salt Works (re-constructed Tuesday until Saturday in 1834) showcase the white gold’s 11:00 – 15:00* exceptional history. Explore the works Every first Sunday of the month with its centuries-old tunnels, experi- 11:00 – 15:00* ence engineering skills and marvel at (*Last tour begins) the gigantic water wheels. 15 NATURE & MOUNTAINS

8 PREDIGTSTUHL CABLE CAR – BUILT TO LAST FOR ETERNITY

The Predigtstuhlbahn in Bad Reichen- hall is the world’s oldest originally preserved cable car. Since 1928 it has been considered a model for the ideal cable car and the epitome of elegance in ropeway construction. Justifiably, the Predigtstuhlbahn is a protected monument. The 32-meter (105-foot) high monumental supports soaring high Predigtstuhlbahn into the sky, as well as the top station Südtiroler Platz 1 majestically enthroning the summit, 83435 Bad Reichenhall are an expression of the 1920s attitude T +49 8651 96850 towards life. predigtstuhlbahn.de Once you have arrived at the top, Summer: 9:00 – 17:00 you may fancy an extensive hike on Winter: 9:00 – 16:00 stroller-friendly high paths, take a break in the rustic alpine hut at Schlegelmul- Discounts with guest card. de or dine in the nostalgic gourmet Check out website for prices and restaurant. Enjoy a unique ambience by information. Subject to changes. the fireplace or on the sun terrace with Mountain Restaurant Predigtstuhl a fabulous view of Bad Reichenhall and Alpine Hut Schlegelmulde the surrounding mountains. BLB: Train station Kirchberg

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9 JENNER CABLE CAR | SCHÖNAU A. KÖNIGSSEE

The new Jenner Cable Car near Lake ski storage at the base station. Königssee offers a nearly silent cable A modern, unique and unforgettable car ride up the Jenner Mountain. Enjoy Alpine experience is provided for the fantastic view through the panora- everyone. Even handicapped persons, mic windows during your ascent. After families with strollers or athletes with a short walk to the summit at 1,874 m their mountain bikes and sport kites (6,148 ft), the entire Lake Königssee (paragliders/hang gliders) can catch a can be admired down below. ride in the Jennerbahn Cable Car to Regardless of whether you crave a experience the mountain. hearty meal or a snack, whether half- way up or at the top, you will always be spoiled with culinary delights in the Berchtesgadener Bergbahn AG two restaurants "Halbzeit" at the middle Jennerbahnstraße 18 station and "Jenneralm" at the mountain 83471 Schönau a. Königssee station. T +49 8652 9581-0 In the winter of 2019/2020, the traditi- [email protected] onal ski area on the Jenner will open its jennerbahn.de gates with all new ski facilities for the facebook.com/jennerbahn first time. The Jenner caters to every RVO bus 841: skier with family-friendly as well as Bus stop Jennerbahn demanding carving slopes and a

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10 OBERSALZBERG CABLE CAR car to reach Obersalzberg and thus, ... the Eagle’s Nest bus departure ... the summer sled run ... the winter sled run ... the Documentation Center.

Obersalzbergbahn GmbH Bergwerkstraße 10 1/3 83471 Berchtesgaden Enjoy scenic hikes around the Ober- T +49 8652 2561 salzberg Cable Car at 1000 m (3281 obersalzbergbahn.de ft) above sea level. For over 70 years Check opening hours on notice since its opening in 1949, visitors  board have been using the eco-friendly cable

11 SUMMER SLED RUN A playground and cart track are located right next door. Enjoy the wonderful view and free parking. Accessible by car and bus.

Alpengasthof Hochlenzer Scharitzkehlstraße 6 83471 Berchtesgaden-Obersalzberg T +49 8652 2105 600 m (1969 ft) of rapid downhill hochlenzer.de fun! This summer sled run offers Open daily from April – Novem- exciting thrills, yet riders determine ber. Closed during rain. their own pace.

12 ALPINE RESTAURANT and excellent variety of coffee and HOCHLENZER cake specialties will surely leave you satisfied. Accessible by car and bus.

Alpengasthof Hochlenzer Scharitzkehlstraße 6 83471 Berchtesgaden-Obersalzberg T +49 8652 2105 Enjoy the splendid view of the hochlenzer.de Berchtesgaden mountains and our Open daily. hospitality on the cozy sun terrace! Closed on Mondays. Our hearty lunch and dinner menu 18 NATURE & MOUNTAINS

13 HIRSCHECK CHAIRLIFT ON HOCHSCHWARZECK Glide effortlessly into lofty heights on the Hirscheck Chairlift, from where you can embark on hikes or bathe in the sun. This is no place for stress, so let yourself unwind and relax! A spectacular view of breathtakingly beautiful nature, green Alpine meadows and fascinating and bizarre mountain massifs awaits you on the Toter Mann summit at an elevation of 1,390 meters (4,560 feet).

Hirscheck Chairlift Hochschwarzeck Bergbahn GmbH Schwarzecker Straße 80 83486 Ramsau T +49 8657 368 hochschwarzeck.info

Summer season May – Oct Winter season Dec – March

Ask for family discounts

Mountain restaurant Hirschkaser

Wimbachklamm, Tourist-Info Dial-a-bus (RufBus) Berchtesgaden Ramsau, Im Tal 2, 83486 Ramsau T +49 8657 9889-20, ramsau.de 14 WIMBACHKLAMM

May 1st – Nov 1st, 7:00 – 19:00 Weather-dependent changes are possible

Discount with guest card

Wimbachgries Hut Wimbachschloss Gasthof Hocheck Gasthof Wimbachklamm The Wimbach Gorge, located at the W imbach Bridge (entrance fee) entrance of a massive high valley and Wimbachweg 1, 83486 Ramsau at the foot of Mount Watzmann, is a geologically impressive sight, as well as a RVO bus 846 from Berchtesgaden picturesque natural monument. 19 WATER, LAKES & WELLNESS

Refreshing and beneficial, crystal clear and salty, smooth as glass and thunderous.

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EXPERIENCE ALPINE WATER

Large and imposing in front of a unique mountain backdrop, small and hidden away, icy cold or pleasantly warm: all throughout the Berchtesgadener Land, lakes can be found that are ideal for swimming or located amid idyllic Alpine scenery.

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LAKES Need to escape the heat? In the sum- 3 Lake Abtsdorf near Laufen and the mertime many lakes and regional out- municipality of Saaldorf-Surheim, with door pools invite you to take a cooling its beach, playgrounds and spacious dip. Discover small beaches, for example sunbathing areas, is another worthwhile at 1 Höglwörther Lake, which, due to destination – especially for families: its moor water, maintains a pleasantly here children can splash around for warm temperature throughout the hours, as the lake is one of the warmest summer. in Bavaria. 4 Hintersee Lake, surrounded by Many Bad Reichenhall residents’ lake gigantic peaks and located in Ramsau of choice is 2 Thumsee Lake with its at the foot of the Reiter-Alm, has fasci- turquoise water, beach and beautiful nated many landscape artists and lawn for sunbathing. The circular route poets. Its surrounding is equally around the lake is equally charming. enchanting.

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FUNTENSEE LAKE If you are up for a challenging three to four- hour hike, then start at St. Bartholomew and continue up to Funtensee Lake. The mountain lake, located at an elevation of 1,633 m (5,358 ft), is considered Ger- many’s coldest spot but can reach pleasant temperatures in the summertime. The Kärlingerhaus at Funtensee Lake marks the starting point for many hiking tours through the Steinere Meer.

OUTDOOR POOLS Enjoy a magnificent view of the mountains from the Marzoll outdoor pool or dive into Schönau’s Schornbad with 900 m² (2,953 ft²) of water space, a delight for young and old alike. Marktschellenberg also attracts visitors with a well-main- tained outdoor pool, as do Freilassing, Teisendorf and Anger. Aschauerweiher Bad or "Aschi", Germany's largest natural swimming pool, combines a unique blend of outdoor pool feeling with magnificent mountain vistas that include Mount Watzmann and Hoher Göll. 23 WATER, LAKES & WELLNESS

15 A NATURAL 16 LAKE CHIEMSEE – TOUR KINGDOM AROUND THE ISLANDS AND VISIT THE ROYAL PALACE

Lake Königssee, with its emerald green color and nestled at the foot of the imposing eastern wall of Mount Watz- mann in the heart of the Berchtesgaden National Park, is one of nature’s true masterpieces. The greatest luxury in these fast-paced All year round, boats pick up guests at times is silence. As soon as you board the ports of Prien and Gstadt and take one of the attractive electric passenger them to the Frauen and Herren Islands; boats, all the noise, hustle and bustle is in the summertime stops are made at left behind. During the crossing to St. Seebruck, Chieming, Übersee and Bartholomew, the boatman plays his Bernau as well. The islands present two trumpet to lure out the world-famous individually unique attractions in the Königssee echo from the steep rock Chiemgau area. While the Herren Island face. is primarily known for King Ludwig II’s If the weather is nice: take the boat royal palace, Frauen Island is truly an over the lake before 10:30 and return insider’s tip: a small fishing village with in the early afternoon. This reduces the an excellent culinary offer and the Bene- waiting time. dictine Abbey make it a unique jewel.

Simply sit back and enjoy the view of Schifffahrt Königssee the “Bavarian Sea” and the Chiemgau Seestraße 55 Alps. 83471 Schönau a. Königssee T +49 8652 9636-96 seenschifffahrt.de Chiemsee Schifffahrt Boats operate year-round. In high season service starts at 8:00. Seestraße 108 Boat departs every 15-30 min. 83209 Prien am Chiemsee T +49 8051 6090 Family discount [email protected] Child fares up to 17 years chiemsee-schifffahrt.de

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17 ANGER TOWNSHIP 18 BADYLON FREILASSING Höglwörther Lake. The island housing the former Höglwörth Monastery together with Höglwörth Lake form a romantic gem in the area. Tip: hike around the lake or relax on the lovely lawn that includes a kiosk.

Active fun! Experience a modern indoor pool facility including a sports pool and a jumping area with a climbing wall. The children's and leisure area is particularly family-friendly. A separate toddler area is ideal for your little ones to experience the element of water for the first time. If the weather permits, enjoy the sun Staufenbad Aufham-Anger. The on the outdoor terrace and round off Staufenbad pool, newly renovated in your bathing experience with culinary 2019, is ideal for families and now offers delights in the Badylon restaurant. modern changing as well as sanitary fa- In addition to bathing fun, the sports cilities. In addition to an extensive lawn, and recreational facility Badylon offers the heated outdoor pool area offers a attractive climbing opportunities - the sports and a non-swimmer pool with a outdoor area hosts a covered climbing wide wavy slide, a large space for small wall provided by the German Alpine children, as well as different types of Association with a height of up to nine playgrounds. A snack-bar with a beauti- meters (30 feet)! ful terrace provides refreshments. Refreshments are provided in the Bady- lon restaurant, which is open daily, not Tourist-Info Anger only for bathers but for visitors as well. Dorfplatz 4, 83454 Anger T +49 8656 9889-22 anger.de Sport- und Freizeitanlage Badylon Staufenbad Aufham-Anger Aumühlweg 9, 83395 Freilassing Angerstraße 30, 83454 Anger T +49 8654 3099 730 [email protected] Mid May – Mid September badylon.de Adults 3,50 € Mon – Fri: 14:00 – 21:00 With guest card 3,00 € Sat, Sun, holidays, Bavarian Children 2,00 € school holidays: 10:00 – 21:00 RVO bus 829 from Bad Reichenhall Last admission: 20:00

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19 WATZMANN THERME BERCHTESGADEN THE FAMILY-FRIENDLY THERMAL SPA

Visitors of all ages will enjoy the wide range of different areas the Watzmann Therme has to offer. The WATER area, with its unique view of Mount Watz- mann, provides a colorful parent-child Watzmann Therme play space, great for families with Bergwerkstraße 54 young children. Older kids and adults 83471 Berchtesgaden can enjoy themselves in the adventure T +49 8652 9464-0 pool, equipped with a water vortex and [email protected] underwater recliners, whiz through the watzmann-therme.de 80-meter Blackhole Slide with light facebook.com/watzmann.therme effects and timer or do a few laps in the sports pool. A place for rest and relax- Open daily and year-round: ation is offered in the SAUNA and BRINE 10:00 – 22:00 area. Here visitors will feel the soothing All-day women’s sauna on Mondays effect of the original Berchtesgaden (Except on public holidays as well as brine and can escape from everyday life. Bavarian holidays)

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20 SPA & FAMILY RESORT RUPERTUSTHERME BAD REICHENHALL

The RupertusTherme receives its greatest treasure from its natural Alpine surroundings: pure Alpine salt. It has been safeguarded deep inside the mountains for 250 million years and occurs naturally in Bad Reichenhall in liquid form as Alpine brine. This brine is piped directly from the salt works into the RupertusTherme thermal baths, where it is distributed to the active and relaxation pools, as well as the steam baths.

The large glass windows of Bavaria’s recreational health spa allow a clear view of the surrounding mountains of the Berchtesgadener Land, making the day at this thermal spa a truly Alpine experience. Spa & Familien Resort RupertusTherme The separate sports and family area Friedrich-Ebert-Allee 21 guarantees fun for all ages. It includes 83435 Bad Reichenhall an area for small children, consisting of T +49 8651 76220 a pool with water depths of up to 40 rupertustherme.de centimeters (15.7 inches), and different facebook.com/rupertustherme attractions, such as waterfalls, foun- tains, a toddler slide and a main family Thermal & Sauna area: 9:00 – 22:00 pool with a water vortex, as well as a Sports & Family area: 12 m (39ft) long wavy slide. The main 9:00 – 21:00 allure is a 120 m (394 ft) long tire slide – a pleasure for the entire family! 27 28 SNOW & WINTER FUN

A time when nature rests and landscapes are clad beautifully in white.

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WINTER DELIGHTS

Berchtesgadener Land offers winter fun for hikers, skiers, snowboarders, sledders and all snow-lovers.

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SKIING, SLEDDING AND FUN IN THE SNOW The six ski areas of Berchtesgadener Land can easily be reached in little time by car or with the RVO busses. More than 60 kilometers (37 miles) of attractive runs at altitudes between 600 (1,968) and 1,800 meters (5,905 2 feet) are waiting to be enjoyed by skiers and snowboarders.

The 1 Jenner ski area near Lake Königssee promises truly majestic down-hill pleasures for beginners and advanced skiers. The new 10-seater gondola lift delivers one comfortably to the mountain station, where eight and a half kilometers (5.3 miles) of guaran- teed snowy, groomed slopes await. A dream for all skiers!

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as well as a newly built children's play area, 2 Hoch- schwarzeck with a chairlift, two T-bar lifts, a practice lift and a snow tubing lift, and Rossfeld with three T-bar lifts and a practice lift. The Zinken ski area (in Austria) is located next door with a chair lift, two T-bar lifts and a practice lift.

3 Götschen offers a chairlift and three T-bar lifts – night skiing is available here every Friday.

4 The sled runs 4 Hirscheckblitz in Ramsau and Obersalzberg in Berch- tesgaden are both equipped with lifts. Nearly every township offers natural sled runs for winter lovers to zip through the snow.

How about trying out the artificially frozen bobsled & ice track in the LOTTO Bayern Eisarena at Lake Königs- see? Thrill-seekers should not miss out on the visitor sledding.

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5 Over 100 kilometers (62 miles) of groomed trails make for the perfect cross-country skiing experience. The 5 cross-country center Aschauer- weiher in Bischofswiesen provides over 20 kilometers (12.4 miles) of well-groomed trails against a backdrop of the world-famous Watzmann. For the most part, the trails are made for both classic and skating ski-style. Thanks to snowmaking facilities, snow is almost always guaranteed. Night skiing is also 6 available until 9:00 pm.

Other well-groomed trails, such as in Bad Reichenhall, Bayerisch Gmain, Rupertiwinkel, 6 Piding and in the townships of Berchtesgaden, Marktschellenberg and Schönau a. Königssee, lead across sunny meadows and through snow-covered forests.

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The high-altitude trail in Ramsau/Hoch- 8 schwarzeck is especially attractive in spring and can make for an unforget- table cross-country skiing experience in bright sunshine at an elevation of 1,100 meters (3,609 feet).

Ice-skating lovers may try out the ice rink in Berchtesgaden or, weather permitting, glide across one of the many idyllic natural lakes, such as 7 Thum- see. There or at the 8 recreational facility Aschauerweiher one could also partake in a game of curling and make new acquaintances.

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SNOWSHOEING Would you like to venture further into untouched Alpine winter wonderland? Then you may want to try a special kind of winter hike: snowshoeing. Have a look at our winter hiking trail map with suggestions for snowshoeing tours or join one of the guided tours of various providers.

WINTER HIKING Winter hiking in a winter wonderland: crystal clear air, bright blue skies and gleaming white peaks make trudging across valleys and mountains and through untouched nature away from ski slopes and cross-country ski trails a fantastic experience – either with snowshoes, on guided hikes or on your own. The trail network encompasses SLEIGH RIDES over 200 km (124 mi)! Horse-drawn sleighs seating eight or twelve passengers shuttle guests Before your hike, inquire about the between the National Park Information weather conditions, the exact route, Center Hintersee and the game feeding along with its length and difficulty, and station. The journey is offered in two please stay on the designated paths for segments, each lasting 30 minutes. your own safety. You will find a small selection of hiking suggestions in our For further information contact the winter hiking trail map or at bglt.de Tourist Information Ramsau at T +49 8657 9889-20

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WINTER SPORTS place in the Berchtesgaden ice rink as AT THE HIGHEST LEVEL – well as in the German Bobsleigh and EVEN IN SUMMER Luge Federation’s gym. In addition to a The record champions and best Bavarian evening at the Windbeutelba- German ice hockey league, the EHC ron, teambuilding included a golf tour- Eisbären Berlin, not only enjoy excellent nament in the Berchtesgaden golf club, training opportunities in Berchtesgade- an excursion to the summit of the Bad ner Land, but also its numerous options Reichenhaller Predigtstuhl, a visit to for excursions. the Berchtesgadener Land dairy and a In summer 2019, to prepare for the sea- bike tour to the Beckhaus. What better son, the Eisbären Berlin team completed place to combine training, enjoyment a classic summer training camp for the and unforgettable experiences than in first time in 16 years and couldn't have Berchtesgadener Land? chosen a better spot! The team stayed in the Kempinski Hotel Berchtesgaden Check out the video diary of the train- together with their trainers, supervisors ing camp and further information at and club management. Training took eisbaeren.de/trainingslager

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Inviting, hearty & delicious: eateries and restaurants on mountains and in valleys bid you welcome.

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1 »SALIN – THE TASTE I’M TALKING ABOUT.« “We are all about combining. Modern with historic, wood with metal, young Alte Saline 2 with old, but also salty with sweet, exotic 83435 Bad Reichenhall with familiar, experiences with relax- Reservierung unter: ation.” Manuel Lechner & Christoph Kurth T +49 8651 7174907 [email protected] salin-reichenhall.de

Mon – Thurs: 09:00 – 21:00 Fri: 09:00 – 22:00 Sat: 10:00 – 22:00 Sun: 10:00 – 21:00

2 WATZ RESTAURANT & 3 RESTAURANT BAVARIAN PUB BERCHTESGADEN ST. BARTHOLOMEW Bahnhofplatz 2 [email protected] 83471 Berchtesgaden bartholomae-wirt.de T +49 8652 9763435 watz.info The traditional WATZ, located right next to Berchtes- restaurant at the gaden’s train station, offers the best foot of Mount Bavarian thirst quenchers, as well as Watzmann’s east regional and seasonal dishes – wall and bordering homemade and prepared with love. In Lake Königssee is open year-round! addition, the attic is equipped with a Specialties: fresh trout, char and lake state-of-the-art bowling center – an trout, as well as wild game dishes. ideal outing for all!

4 BERCHTESGADEN 5 WACHTERL CHOCOLATE MANUFACTURE RESTAURANT

Nonntal 8 1/2 Alpenstraße 159 83471 Berchtesgaden 83486 Ramsau T +49 8652 6553292 T +49 8657 285 bgl-schoko.de wirtshaus-wachterl.de The Berchtesgaden Chocolate Manufac- Chefs Thomas and Josef Graßl use the ture is located in Nonntal, away from all best regional ingredients to conjure up the hustle and bustle. In addition to cof- Bavarian and Mediterranean delicacies. fee and ice cream specialties, it is widely Wild game from the National Park, meat known for its Mozart cake. The ice cream from the neighboring farm, as well as sundaes are also delicious; one customer delicious cakes are prepared with care. told it straight: "... probably the best ice Wonderful hiking trails can be found all cream in the world". A real highlight! around the restaurant. 38 6 RELAX & ENJOY

EDELWEISS HOTEL BERCHTESGADEN – WE OFFER UNGORGETTABLE HOLIDAYS AND RELAXING WELLNESS THROUGHOUT EVERY SEASON

Our Hotel EDELWEISS, a 4-star-plus establishment, is located in the heart of Berchtesgaden.

Martina Hettegger, hotel manager, and her brother Stefan Hettegger, restaurants and kitchens manager, look forward to your visit.

Tel.: +49 8652 9799 - 0 | www.edelweiss-berchtesgaden.com Maximilianstr. 2 | 83471 Berchtesgaden

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7 PRIVATE BREWERY M.C. WIENINGER – EXPERIENCE BEER

Immerse yourself in the world of ten stops that provide informa- beer-brewing at the Wieninger family tion about the art and culture of beer brewery. brewing. Teisendorf’s historic brewery buildings “Breathe” beer and taste traditional provide the venue for the brewery visit and unique delicacies in the Alte Post, and tasting. a very special tavern with a unique Throughout ten stations the enter- atmosphere. taining tour demonstrates the active brewing process and portrays the fasci- Privatbrauerei M.C. Wieninger nating craft of beer brewing. See – smell GmbH & Co KG – taste: the variety of beer aromas can Poststraße 1 be experienced during the beer tasting 83317 Teisendorf in the brewery’s “living room”. T +49 8666 8020 Along the beer trail from Teisendorf to [email protected] Höglwörth, hikers can enjoy a romantic wieninger.de and easy 12.4 km (7.7 mi) long tour with

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MOUTH-WATERINGLY GOOD

Holidays in Bavaria hold a promise of By the way: if you want to find out more dumplings, roasts, pretzels and beer. about our regional producers and try Feast your heart out in cozy Alpine out delicious recipes at home, check inns, cheery beer gardens and rustic out Sophie's food blog at mountain huts in and around Berch- sophiekocht.de. tesgaden, in Bad Reichenhall and Rupertiwinkel: enjoy cold-cut salad or Due to Bavaria’s geographic location, cheese dumplings, roast pork or trout, its gastronomic offer also attracts with liver dumplings or veal lung, traditional culinary delights from across the border cheese noodles or Bavarian cabbage, and not only Austrian ones. In addition Zwetschgendatschi (plum cake) or Kai- to the traditional Bavarian cuisine, one serschmarrn (cut-up Bavarian pancake). can enjoy Mediterranean, vegetarian or Many innkeepers value regional exotic specialties. Even mountain inns purchasing. Especially beef and lamb surprise with fiery curries, vegetarian often come from local farms, and couscous variations or an easy burger. milk and cheese products from the The perfect ambience is found for Berchtesgadener Land dairy. The four each taste, from modern bars to rustic Berchtesgadener Land breweries pro- farmhouse living rooms to elegant vide the perfect cold accompaniment restaurants. and always keep on surprising with new beer creations.

8 BERCHTESGADENER LAND DAIRY SHOP

essen specialties as well as a selected fair-trade assortment can be purchased. The shop also offers lovingly packed gift baskets for special occasions and souvenirs in the form of accessories for kitchen, home, sport and recreation.

Berchtesgadener Land Milchladen Am Gänslehen 4 83451 Piding The Berchtesgadener Land Dairy oper- T +49 8651 7004 1770 ates its own dairy shop directly at the [email protected] production site in Piding. In addition to bergbauernmilch.de the popular milk products, such as yo- Mon – Fri: 8.00 – 18.00 ghurt, milk and butter, regional delicat- 41 42 CULTURE & SIGHTS

Enjoy an evening event in the Alpine Town of Bad Reichenhall. High-quality cultural experiences are offered here almost every day.

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1 BERCHTESGADEN 2 BAD REICHENHALL Discovering and experiencing tradition: A city of diversity: What town of Berchtesgaden already had been receiv- 18,000 souls can boast having a ing prominent guests before the term philharmonic orchestra? Where has salt "holiday" was even invented – Bavaria’s been produced continuously since 696? kings, artists and noblemen preferred Which city ensures vitality – effort- this town over others. Fortunately, you lessly? Who pays homage to creativity no longer have to be an aristocrat to with one of the largest art academies enjoy the place! in Europe? Where else can you tie your The town invites you to discover hiking shoes in the pedestrian zone and interesting sights such as the historic head off to climb the next mountain? Rococo town center with its town The answer in all cases is – BAD REI- houses, monastery church and royal CHENHALL. palace. Stroll around leisurely, visit one of the cozy cafés and have fun browsing In addition to exclusive shopping expe- through the charming shops. During the riences, Bad Reichenhall still stands for day, discover the heart of Berchtesga- vitality and healthy well-being. Around den through an interesting guided tour. 70 fountains can be found here, some Those who want to experience "great even containing healthy Alpine brine. moments" of history in Berchtesgaden Stroll through the royal spa garden have the opportunity to accompany the and enjoy the salty sea breeze that night watchman on a tour through the blows from the outdoor brine inhalation historically interesting old town. facility. berchtesgaden.de bad-reichenhall.de 44 CULTURE & SIGHTS

RUPERTIWINKEL In the southeastern part of Bavaria, valid award takes humans, as the most between Lake Chiemsee, Lake Königssee important landscape designers, up on and Salzburg – the city of Mozart – lies their promise to preserve the unique the Rupertiwinkel in the district of and species-rich landscape as a natural Berchtesgadener Land. It was not until and cultural heritage. These include the 1810 that the region was added to the Haarmoos Nature Reserve’s large heather , prior having be- fields with their bird watching stations, longed to Salzburg for over one millennium. the warm Abtsdorfer moor lakes and Its name came from Saint Rupertus, Höglwörther Lake, the Saalachau Nature Salzburg's first bishop. The region pos- Reserve and the Piding Bienenweg Path. sesses a rural landscape with pre-Alpine Also, the regional products, cultivated character and has preserved ancient in an environmentally friendly way are traditions while keeping them alive at offered directly at the farms. Christian festivals and folklore events. Historical marketplaces, churches, monas- The Berchtesgadener Land and Ruper- teries and monuments bear witness to tiwinkel make up Germany’s only Alpine the region's rich past, which was already UNESCO biosphere region. This globally settled by the Romans.

Township of Anger City of Freilassing anger.de berchtesgaden.de/freilassing

City of Laufen Township of Piding www.laufen.bayern piding.de

Township of Saaldorf-Surheim Township of Teisendorf berchtesgaden.de/saaldorf-surheim teisendorf.de 45 CULTURE & SIGHTS CASTLES, CHURCHES & MONASTERIES Treasures await at every turn.

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CASTLES AND FORTS extended into a castle. It is not open to The history of Bavaria’s royal family the public. is clearly reflected in 1 Berchtesga- den’s royal palace. Once the seat of In the vicinity of Bad Reichenhall, the a medieval monastery, it was passed remains of a residential building, castle over to the Bavarian crown following its chapel and keep give an indicator of secularization. the Karlstein fortifications’ former size.

Gruttenstein Castle is perched high 2 above the salt springs of Bad Reichen- hall. It was built in the 12th century as a means of protecting the city and its springs. The castle opens its gates for events such as the advent market.

Where 2 Marzoll Castle stands today used to mark the location of a Roman fort. Around the year 1500, the former fortifications near Bad Reichenhall were 46 CULTURE & SIGHTS

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CHURCHES AND MONASTERIES Churches and monasteries form an Vachenlueg Chapel has a vivid story integral part of Bavaria’s history. The to tell. In 1824 the castle collapsed and, Rupertiwinkel area is rich in scenic with it, the castle chapel, however, the beauty, architecture and culture. reliquaries and Madonna statue re- Höglwörth Monastery in the district mained undamaged. In 1848 the church of Aufham-Anger formerly belonged to was rebuilt. Augustinian monks and was founded around 1125. The originally Romanesque columned 1 basilica of Berchtesgaden’s Legend has it that St. Zeno Minster 12th-century monastery church was in Bad Reichenhall was founded by gradually rebuilt in gothic style. . The largest basilica of southern Bavaria houses a variety of The 3 pilgrimage church Maria Gern art treasures. Cloister tours take place is located north of Berchtesgaden’s once a month from May to October at center and is often referred to as the 10:30 am. most beautiful church in the Berchtes- gadener Land. It possesses an elliptical The pilgrimage church Sankt Pankraz floor plan. Noteworthy: image of the in Karlstein, as well as the parish Virgin Mary of 1666. church St. Jakobus in Aufham, are also worth a visit. The 4 monastery church of Laufen was built between 1330 and 1338 in the The late Gothic nave of the Parish place of a Romanesque basilica. It is the Church of the Assumption in Anger oldest Gothic ‘hall church’ in southern was built in 1445/50. Germany and houses three paintings by 47 CULTURE & SIGHTS

famous artist Johann Michael Rottmayr. The pilgrimage church of Maria at Born in Laufen in 1654, he is consid- Kunterweg in Ramsau is a late Rococo ered a genius of the baroque style. jewel and was consecrated in 1733.

The small pilgrimage church Maria Hilf The 6 Ramsau parish church, built in Bischofswiesen-Loipl with its Mount in 1512, was frequented by the poet of Olives chapel was built in 1799. In and curate Josef Mohr, author of the 1824, the simple little church and its Christmas carol text "Silent Night, Holy nave were enhanced with a vestibule Night". The church is the oldest archi- and turret above it, which lend the tectural monument in this picturesque church its distinct appearance. The village. Striking and visible from afar: baroque interior of the 5 Pilgrimage the tower of 7 St. Nicholas v. d. Flüe Church of the Visitation in Ettenberg Church in Bayerisch Gmain. is similarly charming.

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21 PASSIONATELY BEAUTIFUL CERAMICS AND GARDENS and absolutely frost-resistant. Each piece is unique.

Solling 1 (Ortsteil Rückstetten) 83317 Teisendorf, T +49 8666 928413 oder T +49 171 5107005 Unique and beautiful – finest garden keramik-gartentheis.de ceramics can be admired in the garden artist’s dream haven. The interplay of Mon – Sat: 10:00 – 18:00 sculptures and garden decorations with Advance notification by tele- its lush flowering surroundings is a total phone is requested. work of art. Take a walk and experience Adults 5,00 €. Free admission the beauty of art and nature with all with a purchase of 30,00 €. your senses. The ceramic is handmade 48 CULTURE & SIGHTS

MUSEUMS AND FUN ATTRACTIONS

HEALING SALT GALLERIES Around 800 exhibits were carefully BERCHTESGADEN selected to depict history clearly 1 The relaxation in this special salt and tangibly. Each individual room is atmosphere leads to a noticeable dedicated to a topic that is brought to regeneration of self-healing powers, life with entertaining learning stations, promoting well-being as well as pre- touch screens, graphic novels, as well venting and alleviating respiratory dis- as interesting audios and films. The eases and allergies. Concerts featuring central theme is, of course, salt... harps, singing bowls or overtone music reichenhallmuseum.de provide for unforgettable moments. salzheilstollen.com MINING MUSEUM ACHTHAL 3 The museum bears witness to the REICHENHALL MUSEUM centuries-old iron mining activities at 2 The museum in the historical “grain Teisenberg Mountain and iron ore pro- attic” from the 13th century invites you cessing in the nearby Achthal district. to stroll through the different eras:

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22 WORLD OF LOCOMOTIVES FREILASSING "Small Locomotive World" is specially made for children and allows railways and technology to be experienced with all the senses. Visit one of the numerous events. ALL ABOARD!

The roundhouse, constructed in 1902 Westendstr. 5 and located in the midst of the railway 83395 Freilassing operating area, displays historic lokwelt.freilassing.de locomotives – primarily loaned from the Fri – Sun: 10:00 – 17:00 Deutsches Museum. The turntable – still For special opening hours see website functional – is an impressive sight. The 49 CULTURE & SIGHTS

23 CASTLE MUSEUM ADELSHEIM

Schroffenbergallee 6 83471 Berchtesgaden T +49 8652 4410 museum-schloss-adelsheim.de

Open from Friday before East- er until October 31st and from December 1st until January 6th A museum of folklore collections. Here Tues – Sun: 10:00 – 17:00 one can admire the former private Adults 2,50 € chapel with the church treasury, a With guest card 2,00 € marionette theater from the 19th Children and adolescents up to century, bone carvings and more. 18 years free of charge.

24 ROYAL CASTLE art collections. The deer antler museum is BERCHTESGADEN located in the former stables.

Schlossplatz 2 83471 Berchtesgaden T +49 8652 94798-0 schloss-berchtesgaden.de

May 16th – Oct 15th: Sun – Fri 10:00 – 13:00 and 14:00 – 17:00 Oct 16th – May 15th: Mon – Fri 11:00 and 14:00. It is still a residential castle of the Wittels- Groups are welcome any time by bacher family today and houses valuable prior reservation.

25 DOCUMENTATION CENTER OBERSALZBERG

Exhibition of Obersalzberg’s history during the National Socialist dictator- Salzbergstraße 41 ship. Obersalzberg Mountain was a 83471 Berchtesgaden second seat of power for the Third T +49 8652 947960 after 1933. obersalzberg.de

 April – Oct: 9:00 – 17:00 Nov – March: 10:00 – 15:00 Mondays closed

Entrance fee 3 €. Students, tea- chers, soldiers free of charge.

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26 NATIONAL PARK CENTER 27 FIRST-CLASS "HAUS DER BERGE" ENTERTAINMENT Learn about nature and discover it with sight, sound, touch and taste – this is the motto in the Berchtesgaden Na- tional Park Center. The “Haus der Berge” (House of Mountains) is much more than a museum: it combines an infor- mation center, education center and ad- venture area into a harmonious triad for nature lovers with a curious spirit. The award-winning and interactive "Vertical Wilderness" exhibition takes visitors Bad Reichenhall’s Casino has been a on a hike from the depths of Lake popular meeting place for guests and Königssee across forests and pastures locals alike for many years. A pleasant up to the peaks of the Berchtesgaden atmosphere with American roulette, mountains. A worthwhile experience for blackjack and poker, DICE 52, as well the entire family! as around 90 state-of-the-art slot machines and multi-roulette terminals await you. The bar in the gaming room offers a wide range of refreshments while the in- house restaurant Warsteiner Boulevard is recommended for light snacks or larger appetites. Visit Cultino for cultural highlights with well-known cabaret artists and musicians. Every Saturday from 7 to 9 pm, we offer a free dance class, and once a month, top DJs and live acts perform in OCEANS Night Club from 9 pm to 3 am. The Bad Reichenhall Casino is looking forward to your visit.

Nationalparkzentrum Spielbank Bad Reichenhall „Haus der Berge“, Hanielstraße 7 Wittelsbacherstraße 17 83471 Berchtesgaden 83435 Bad Reichenhall T +49 8652 979060-0 T +49 8651 95800 [email protected] spielbanken-bayern.de haus-der-berge.bayern.de cultino-reichenhall.de

 Open daily from 9:00-17:00  Open daily from 12:00 onwards

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28 SALZBURG OPEN-AIR MUSEUM This popular tourist attraction and largest museum in Salzburger Land is located close to Bad Reichenhall and Berchtesgaden. Discover over one hundred original buildings covering Hasenweg 1, A-5084 Großgmain six centuries, ranging from farms to a freilichtmuseum.com brewery and an old electric plant. Hop Tues – Sun: 9:00 – 18:00 on the museum train for a 2 km July/August open daily (1.2 mi) long ride, stop at the cozy inn with its beautiful garden and browse Adults 11 €, with family card 22 €,   through the historic village shop. with Oberbayern-Card free of charge

29 HANS-PETER PORSCHE TRAUMWERK – COME AND BE AMAZED

The Traumwerk has become a major day, whether in its spacious gardens, at tourist attraction in Berchtesgadener the playground, on a ride with the park Land. Hans-Peter Porsche, grandson train, in the cozy restaurant or while of the legendary automobile pioneer, browsing the shop. presents the world's largest publicly accessible collection from the "Golden Age of Tin Toys" (1860-1930) as well as Hans-Peter Porsche TRAUMWERK a model train world with a captivating Zum Traumwerk 1, 83454 Anger light performance. The exhibitions are T +49 8656 989500 complemented by a collection of excep- [email protected] tional automobile classics. traumwerk.de Apart from the exhibition rooms, the Tues-Sun: 9:00 – 17:30 Traumwerk also offers many oppor- Discounts with all guest cards tunities to experience an unforgettable  52 CULTURE & SIGHTS

30 HOHENWERFEN 31 HELLBRUNN PALACE AND ADVENTURE FORTRESS WATER PARK Hellbrunn Palace and its unique water park make for a special experience. The water squirts out of all types of jets and fountains and has been doing so for 400 years – but don’t worry, you might get a little wet, but not soaked. The interactive permanent exhibition "SchauLust – The Unex- pected World of Markus Sittikus" – in Hellbrunn Palace has a lot to offer. Expect the unexpected!

Hohenwerfen Fortress towers majesti- Special tip – Evening tours are 29 HANS-PETER PORSCHE TRAUMWERK – cally on its over 100-meter (328-foot) offered in July and August COME AND BE AMAZED high rocky knoll above the Salzach Valley. It served as a defensive position and prison and was of significance dur- ing Salzburg’s Peasant Wars. A guided tour offers exciting insights into the architectural history and everyday life in one of the best-preserved buildings of the late Middle Ages. In addition to the historic State Falconry’s birds of prey demonstrations and medieval events, the fortress is a great destination for family excursions.

Erlebnisburg Hohenwerfen Burgstr. 2 A-5450 Werfen burg-hohenwerfen.at

 April 1st Nov 8th April, Oct & Nov (except Mon) 9:30 – 16:00, May – Sept: 9:00 – 17:00, July 13th – Aug 14th: 9:00 – 18:00 Schloss Hellbrunn  Adults 16,50 € Fürstenweg 37, A-5020 Salzburg Families 39,50 € T +43 662 820372-0 Strollers are not allowed on tours. F +43 662 820372-4931 Tickets cheaper online! [email protected] hellbrunn.at 53 CULTURE & SIGHTS THE ROYAL SPA GARDENS AND BAD REICHENHALL’S PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA

The spa gardens in the heart of Bad A garden of healing – experience it Reichenhall have existed since 1868. with all your senses The royal Bavarian park director Carl In the summertime, even from a von Effner, who designed the gardens distance, you can feel the refreshing of Herrenchiemsee Palace for King Lud- breeze coming from the open-air wig II, among others, was commissioned salt inhalation facility. The healthy to create the over 40,000 m² (10-acre) saline air can be inhaled throughout park. In addition to native plants, exotic most of the spa gardens, while sitting plants from Asia and North America comfortably in a deckchair or by the flourish here, as well as 42 species of bubbling brine fountain and listening trees. The centerpiece of the garden is to the sounds of the spa concert. the large open-air salt inhalation facility, The AlpenSole Kneipp brine pool is with magnificent buildings surrounding refreshing on hot summer days. this thriving oasis in the heart of the spa town. The Royal Spa House, concert Botanical Beauty pavilion and foyer with taps for brine The Royal Spa Gardens are a protected sampling contribute to the park's beau- monument and frequently replanted; ty with their elegant architecture. There however, the tree stand is left as in is a scent of salt and flowers in the air former times. A major showpiece is the along with a deep sense of wellbeing huge, lush "Dutch flower bed" in front that the garden provides. of the concert pavilion, which is color- fully laid out from spring to late autumn. bad-reichenhall.de

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BAD REICHENHALL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA & ENSEMBLES The Bad Reichenhall Philharmonic Orchestra, with its 44 musicians, is Germany's only symphonic orchestra that upholds the tradition of “spa music” all year round. The concerts take place from Tuesday to Sunday and, in summer, outdoors in the spa park.

The orchestra gives over 350 concerts in Bad Reichenhall and southeastern Bavaria annually, with a multifaceted variety of ensembles, such as philhar- monic concerts, matinées, salon music, requested programs and symphonic concerts, as well as chamber music evenings.

bad-reichenhaller-philharmoniker.de

55 CULTURE & SIGHTS OUR CULTURAL DELIGHTS – UNWIND AND ENJOY LOCAL DELI- CACIES IN VERY SPECIAL PLACES

Guests and locals appreciate the few evenings when selected places in Berchtesgaden can be experienced far from the hustle and bustle of every- day life. Once the day visitors have left, traverse Lake Königssee to St. Bartholomew via boat or venture up to the 1,834 m (6,017 ft) high Eagle’s Nest by bus. The breathtaking atmosphere amidst the Berchtesgaden mountains offers unforgettable moments. These evenings are accompanied by a festive menu, excellent musicians, magnificent service, and are a real gift – to yourself or for family and dear friends. Don’t miss out on experiencing the close connection between tradition and culture here in Berchtesgaden.

For further information and booking, visit berchtesgaden.de/kulturschmankerl

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Berchtesgadener Land’s town centers and pedestrian zones offer a great selection of attractive shops and restaurants.

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FREILASSING: TOWN OF TRAINS

This young city is centrally and conve- Those interested in culture also get niently located amidst the picturesque their money's worth: experience history mountains of and just in the city museum and enjoy musical outside the gates of the trade fair and events in Freilassing’s historic train world cultural city of Salzburg. world, which, in cooperation with the Deutsches Museum Verkehrszentrum, A diverse and active stay is guaranteed makes railway technology from 150 for the entire family. The barrier-free years tangible for the whole family. sports and recreational facility Badylon In addition, Freilassing is the ideal with its modern indoor pool, climbing starting point for many activities and and bouldering wall provided by the excursions in the region. German Alpine Association and much more, make up a true paradise for young and old sports enthusiasts alike. Opening in summer 2020, a multigen- eration facility for roller sports will offer everything one’s heart desires. In the summer months, the recreational offer includes an outdoor pool.

The pedestrian zone in the city center is a true shopping paradise: an eclectic choice of specialty stores invites you to browse, shop and take your time. Four “Shopping Sundays” offer delights for the entire family: the automobile show, the Children's and Youth Day, the tra- ditional Krampus parade and the village fair attract thousands of visitors to the town each year. wifo-freilassing.de 60 STROLLING & SHOPPING

TEISENDORF – ENJOY THE BAVARIAN ZEST FOR LIFE ...

Are you a fan of Bavarian beer? Then why not explore Teisendorf's local private brewery Wieninger that brews beer from fresh spring water according to the Bavarian tradition. Guided tours are offered Wednesdays at 11:00 am.

In front of a magnificent mountain backdrop, biking and hiking routes lead through Berchtesgadener Land’s nature paradise. "Nordic Walkers" can keep fit on well-developed walking trails and hikers find joy on one of the many exciting and adventurous hikes, such as to Stoisser Alm. Go on a leisure shopping spree in the historic market street and relax in one Clean lakes and the idyllic forest pool in of the restaurants or cafés. Owner-run Teisendorf provide cool refreshment in shops and eateries alternate behind hot summer weather. lovingly preserved historic facades and offer visitors a unique original teisendorf.de townscape. wk-teisendorf.de

61 ALPINE PEARLS

Alpine Pearls is a designation for 23 ALPINE PEARL BAD REI- selected Alpine holiday destinations, CHENHALL – OUT AND characterized by a shared promise ABOUT IN THE ALPINE CITY of quality. Here you can combine The very special blend of urban flair, unforgettable holiday pleasures with beneficial brine or salt treatment and nature and climate-friendly means of high cultural standards – all the while transportation. In addition, Alpine surrounded by magnificent mountains – Pearls promotes regional craftsmanship is what draws people to Bad Reichen- and cuisine, and safeguards traditional hall. Leave your car behind and use art as well as culture. comfortable, environmentally friendly means of transportation, available all ALPINE PEARL BERCHTESGA- year round. As a result, the particularly DEN: A FESTIVAL OF NATURE allergen-low, clean air and recuper- The heart of Berchtesgaden’s landscape ative tranquility of the Alpine town is its National Park, so it goes without are preserved. Vacation with a better saying that environmentally friendly conscience. transportation is an important theme alpine-pearls.com here. “Maintaining the good” is a guid- ing principle that also applies to living IMPRINT tradition, traditional craftsmanship and regional cuisine. Visit the Berchtesga- Publisher: Berchtesgadener Land Tourismus GmbH dener War, a special shop selling hand- Edition/Number of Copies: made, artfully painted woodchip boxes December 2019 / 100.000 copies and roughly carved, colorful children's Design: IDEENHAUS GmbH MARKEN.WERT.STIL toys. Not far away from this crafts store, München/Nürnberg two Lederhosen makers, wood carvers Typesetting: GL-Werbestudio, Berchtesgaden and other craftspeople have settled in Printers: the castle area and market square. Druckerei Plenk, Berchtesgaden

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The new Jennerbahn Cable Car whisks guests up to the mountain station (1,800 m/5905 ft) in spacious, fully glazed 10-person cabins – almost noiselessly, energy-efficiently and barrier-free. Soar high above Schönau am Königssee and hike the top of the Jenner or the Berchtesgaden National Park. Two restaurants at the middle and mountain station, new lifts for skiers, as well as a ski storage at the valley station perfectly complete the year-round experience.

Origin, sustainability and fairness are the three cornerstones of the Berchtesgadener Land Dairy. This is partly why it was granted the German Sustainability Award 2019 in the category "medium-sized companies”. Since its founding in 1927, the cooperative from Piding has been entirely owned by its farmers – today there are approximately 1,700, whose farms can be found in the Alpine region between Watzmann and Zugspitze. Their milk specialties are not only delicious natural products, but also an assurance of their provenance and region.

The Predigtstuhl Cable Car in Bad Reichenhall is also affec- tionately referred to as the Grande Dame of the Alps. It is the world’s oldest preserved large cabin cable car and therefore stands under protection. It was built in 1927/28 and since then has reliably delivered its guests to the Predigtstuhl, one of the most beautiful mountains to explore in the Alps and situated high above Bad Reichenhall.

As the oldest gentian and mountain distillery in Germany, the Brennerei Grassl is characterized by its ancestral tradition: since the beginning of the 17th century, it has possessed the sole right to dig for the protected gentian roots in the Berchtesgaden National Park. Considerable work and effort goes into the making – from processing the roots to the distillation of the gentian schnapps, which matures in ash wood barrels from three to seven years. 63 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N BERCHTESGADENER LAND

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