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Explorer Hotel Berchtesgaden near Königssee - holidays in the Berchtesgaden Alps
Your holidays in the Berchtesgaden Alps
Winter highlights:
A winter's dream... in Berchtesgadener Land, you'll find the right skiing area to suit your individual level of ability and requirements. Whether you want to go for a winter hike, go skiing, sledging or cross-country skiing, we would be more than happy to give you tips for your perfect vacation.
- 5 gondolas in the immediate vicinity, the Leogang ski circus is only 50 km away
- Wonderful panoramic view of lakes and snow-capped mountains
- Perfectly prepared slopes
- Skiing test centre that rents the most modern equipment; you can also book courses there
- Workbench and sports lockers for your sports equipment
- Spectator events such as the Ski World Cup at the ice channel at Lake Königssee.
Summer highlights:
Whether you prefer lofty heights along a fixed rope route or spending an afternoon rafting in the cool mountain waters – in Berchtesgadener Land there is something for everyone.
- Hiking paradise with marked paths at different levels of difficulty
- 6 gondolas in Berchtesgadener Land
- A mountain biking paradise: The perfect tour for everyone – from easy to advanced
- Bike centre with bike rentals, courses and tour information
- Workbench and sports lockers for your sports equipment
- A wide range of sporting activities in Berchtesgaden
Hiking
The Jenner is the Explorer Hotel Berchtesgaden's home mountain. Situated only a few minutes on foot from the hotel, the mountain railway will comfortably bring you up to an altitude of 1800 metres. From here you can start on numerous hiking and mountain tours or simply enjoy the spectacular view into the valley and Lake Königssee located 1200 metres further below.
Hike to the Mitterkaser alp:
From the Explorer Hotel Berchtesgaden, you will hike up the Jenner along the Königsweg (king's trail). Along the trail to the Jenner rail's intermediate station, you are afforded a wonderful view of Lake Königssee before descending back down into the valley.
Mountainbike
The best biking tours can be found close to the hotel!
Kühroinhütte (mountain hut) – Archenkanzel:
Taking the secured forest trail you will arrive at the Kühroinhütte. Enjoy the wonderful view of the Watzmann and the surrounding area while you take a much-deserved break before passing the Archenkanzel and returning back to the valley.
Day trip around Hohen Göll:
This is where it gets strenuous! You'll have to overcome a 2,000 metre difference in altitude. However, your effort will be worth it! You will be rewarded with panoramic views into Bluntautal and of the landmark of the Berchtesgadener Land: the Watzmann
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Jennerbahn
Götschen
Roßfeld

Sledging & tubing

Bobsled-Taxi
Berchtesgaden has a lot to offer

Kehlsteinhaus

Salt mine Berchtesgaden

National park & visitors' centre

Lake Königssee

Watzmann
