Day trip to Munich by train
Summer A city day in Bavaria: Marienplatz, Englischer Garten and museums
Day trips from Niederau · Summer
Berchtesgaden and Königssee
Day trip to Germany's Berchtesgadener Land with an alpine lake and salt mine
The Berchtesgadener Land lies just across the German border, south-east of Salzburg, and is one of the best-known areas of the Bavarian Alps. The Königssee is a narrow, deep mountain lake where only electric boats operate; the trip goes to the chapel of St. Bartholomä, a well-known spot on the shore.
Other options are the salt mine, where visitors ride a mine train into the salt mountain, and the Kehlsteinhaus, reached by a special bus and a lift. It is a long day, so start early and choose two, at most three, parts; in high season expect crowds and queues.
- AgeAll ages
- DurationFull day
- CostBoat fares and admissions vary; check beforehand
- DistanceAbout 1.5 to 2 hours by car
- SeasonMainly spring to autumn; some parts all year
- LocationBerchtesgaden, Bavaria (Germany)
Tips
- Leave early; parking and boat tickets fill up quickly in high season.
- Check opening times on the operators' websites beforehand, as the Kehlstein road is seasonal.
- Bring a warm jacket; it is cool on the water and in the salt mine.
- Check current rules on tolls and border traffic if you route over German territory.
Practical
From Niederau, Berchtesgaden is about 1.5 to 2 hours by car, depending on traffic and border queues. Drive early, park near the Königssee landing stage and book ahead where possible.
Always check times, prices and opening dates with the provider beforehand; they can change.
Frequently asked questions
Can you take a motorboat on the Königssee?
No; as far as is known, only electric boats of the local operator run on the lake.
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Hotel Wastlhof, partner of Niederau.nl, is a family-run hotel with an indoor and an outdoor pool, wellness and its own riding stables, right in the village. For more places to stay and information you can also contact the Wildschönau tourist office.
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