Berchtesgaden

Berchtesgaden is a central anchor on the Salt Alps Trail. Since its opening in 2015, this cross-border long-distance hiking trail has connected the sparkling waters of Lake Chiemsee with Lake Hallstatt over 233 kilometers. Following the historic paths of "White Gold," the route leads directly through the heart of the Berchtesgadener Land, making the centuries-old connection between man, salt, and the mountains tangible at every turn.

How you discover Berchtesgaden is entirely a matter of taste. You can drift aimlessly through the charming alleys—or join a qualified guide. Only through expert accompaniment does the extraordinary history of the former Prince-Provostry reveal itself in all its depth. A guided tour through the historic center or the surrounding communities transforms mere facades into living witnesses of a former small ecclesiastical state.

The advantage is clear: more knowledge increases the value of the memory. Understanding the architectural witnesses of the turbulent past makes experiencing the beauty of the landscape even more intense. And the location could hardly be better: whether a trip to the neighboring Mozart city of Salzburg, a silent boat ride across Lake Königssee, or the fascinating salt time-travel in the mine—from Berchtesgaden, the treasures of the region are only minutes away.