Super Saver: Eagle´s Nest & Salt Mines & Bavarian Alps
Spend a day of fun, amazement, history and adventure for the whole family. Combine our there tours Eagle‘ s Nest tour, tour to the historical Salt Mines and Bavarian Alps – Berchtesgaden
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This super reduced price package offers you a combination of our “Eagle‘ s Nest Tour” combination offascinating history and memorable scenery, the tour to the historic Salt Mines and journey to Bavaria where lakes, mountains and charming villages await.
Egle’s Nest:
Visit the famous ´Kehlsteinhaus´ or ´Eagle´s Nest´ given to Hitler by Martin Bormann. Enjoy ample time to explore the building as well as enjoy beautiful views from a top the Kehlstein mountains. Pass over the boarder into Bavaria, near the salt mines.
We will be traveling in the Obersalzberg area. Once used as a base for the Third Reich, Hitler, Göring and Bormann had property here. Board a special bus for an amazing journey up the 4 mile road to the Eagle´s Nest(Kehlsteinhaus.) Upon arrival we will take an elevator up 406 ft. through the mountain and directly into the Eagle´s Nest. Originally given to Hitler by Martin Bormann as a 50th birthday present, the Eagle´s Nest was primarily usedas a conference centre. The building itself is a masterpiece perched 6017 ft. atop the Kehlstein mountains. There will be free time for you to explore the old conference room, dining area, small tea room and terraces with your guide explaining all the history relating to this interesting area.
Salt Mines:
Ideal for all ages, this tour will show you the value of ´white gold´ in an adventure deep into the salt mines! Ridethe miner´s train, slip down the miner´s slide or travel across a salt lake on a raft! Beginning in Salzburg, we passby the Hellbrunn Palace area on our way to the salt mines. Before entering the mine, you are provided with protective clothing that makes you look like an authentic miner. Then you travel on a former miner's train into the heart of the mountain. Once inside this remarkable underground world, our knowledgeable and local guide will amaze you with tales of the ancient salt mining history, its uses and the transportation methods. Further into the cave you enjoy a ride down original miner slides – great fun for all ages.
Later enjoy another astonishing experience with a raft across a salt lake. Finally after touring these enchanting underground labyrinths we return to the outside world on the same train. This unique underground world is funand interesting for all ages and an experience not to be missed!
Bavarian Alps:
Visit the picturesque town of Berchtesgaden as well as ´King´s Lake,´ the ´prettiest lake in Germany‘. Don´t missthis fascinating opportunity to visit the picturesque area of Berchtesgaden in the neighboring German province of Bavaria.
Leaving Salzburg, we will pass by Hellbrunn and cross the border to Germany. After we drive past the salt mines, our first stop will be at King´s Lake or “Königssee.” Known as “the prettiest lake in Germany,” it is a part of Berchtesgaden National Park. Enjoy this short break to marvel at the scenery as the Bavarian mountains tower above you and prove to be a magnificent backdrop to the lake.
Nestled in the foothills of the surrounding mountains, our next stop will be in the charming town of Berchtesgaden. Enjoy free time to stroll around central Berchtesgaden. See historic buildings, churches and perhaps a local specialty or two!
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Tour highlights:
Obersalzberg
Eagle’s Nest
Miner’s Train
Miner’s slide
Salt Lake
Village of Berchtesgaden
King’s Lake
Inclusions:
Entrance fees to Salt Mines and Eagle’s Nest
Exclusions:
Lunch and drinks
Hotel pick up and drop off
Please note:
Children under 4 are free
Hours of Operation: 8:30 h (15.5-31.10)
Duration: 9 h
Location/Departure Point: please meet at Mirabellplatz 2, 5020 Salzburg
Redemption instructions
Please present your printed voucher to the driver on the day of your tour.
Policies / Restrictions
Meeting point in the city centre at Mirabellplatz 2, pick up in hotel available only upon reguest. Children younger than 4 years old may participate for free. Please arrive 15 minutes prior the tour. Cancellation made within 24 hours’ of service date will be charged in full; More than 24 hours’ notice is fully refundable.
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Putting up the maypole Photographer siehe Bildquelle Bayern Tourismus Marketing
Salzgewinnung, Salzsee © Salzwelten Hallein
Salzwelten © Österreich Werbung, Photographer Julia Knop