Design rooms
Modern designer rooms with plenty of storage space, a safe, a bench in the panoramic window, and a comfortable double bed.
Kitzbühel
At the Bikepark & Bergbahn St. Johann • only 20 minutes to Kitzbühel • Hiking and climbing at the Wilder Kaiser • SuperSki Card ski pass with 2,750 km of slopes
At the Bikepark & Bergbahn St. Johann • only 20 minutes to Kitzbühel • Hiking and climbing at the Wilder Kaiser • SuperSki Card ski pass with 2,750 km of slopes
Zillertal
1,300 km of bike tours • Top bike destination in the Alps • Hiking & climbing • 179 lifts / 508 km of slopes • Only 600 m to the Hochzillertal ski area • 10 min to the Zillertal Arena
1,300 km of bike tours • Top bike destination in the Alps • Hiking & climbing • 179 lifts / 508 km of slopes • Only 600 m to the Hochzillertal ski area • 10 min to the Zillertal Arena
Bad Kleinkirchheim / Carinthia
In town: St. Kathrein Thermal Spa & Römerbad • 15 minutes from the most beautiful bathing lakes in Carinthia • incl. Sunshine Card • September & October including Carinthia Card with free cable car & more
In town: St. Kathrein Thermal Spa & Römerbad • 15 minutes from the most beautiful bathing lakes in Carinthia • incl. Sunshine Card • September & October including Carinthia Card with free cable car & more
Garmisch
Great location in the Kuhflucht nature and recreation park with views of the Zugspitze and Alpspitze • 5km to Garmisch-Partenkirchen • Eibsee • Partnachklamm • Near the hotel: heated outdoor pool, sports center
Great location in the Kuhflucht nature and recreation park with views of the Zugspitze and Alpspitze • 5km to Garmisch-Partenkirchen • Eibsee • Partnachklamm • Near the hotel: heated outdoor pool, sports center
Stubai Valley / NEW: now open
Open since November 15, 2024 • Skiing at over 3,000 m • Austria's largest glacier • 4 ski areas • Alpine pastures and mountain lakes • Stubai High Trail • Schlick 2000 Bike Park
Open since November 15, 2024 • Skiing at over 3,000 m • Austria's largest glacier • 4 ski areas • Alpine pastures and mountain lakes • Stubai High Trail • Schlick 2000 Bike Park
Oberstdorf
Germany's southernmost holiday resort • perfect starting point for mountain hikes and bike tours • 200 km of hiking trails at all altitudes • Germany's largest and highest ski area
Germany's southernmost holiday resort • perfect starting point for mountain hikes and bike tours • 200 km of hiking trails at all altitudes • Germany's largest and highest ski area
Montafon
Piz Buin, Silvretta-Montafon with 300km of ski slopes • Silvretta High Alpine Road • directly at the Mountain Beach, 270km of bike trails
Piz Buin, Silvretta-Montafon with 300km of ski slopes • Silvretta High Alpine Road • directly at the Mountain Beach, 270km of bike trails
Hinterstoder
Ideal location at the valley station of the Hinterstoder cable car • Just a few steps from the village center • Active Card: 40 free and 20 bonus services daily
Ideal location at the valley station of the Hinterstoder cable car • Just a few steps from the village center • Active Card: 40 free and 20 bonus services daily
Neuschwanstein
At the Alpspitzbahn in Nesselwang with summer tobogganing & Alpspitzkick • only 20 minutes to the royal castles • slopes, ski school, children's ski area & daily night skiing directly at the hotel
At the Alpspitzbahn in Nesselwang with summer tobogganing & Alpspitzkick • only 20 minutes to the royal castles • slopes, ski school, children's ski area & daily night skiing directly at the hotel
Berchtesgaden
A few minutes from the famous Königssee • Berchtesgaden National Park • Watzmann • Kehlsteinhaus • Berchtesgaden Salt Mine • Outdoor pool only 200 m away • NEW: Jenner cable car
A few minutes from the famous Königssee • Berchtesgaden National Park • Watzmann • Kehlsteinhaus • Berchtesgaden Salt Mine • Outdoor pool only 200 m away • NEW: Jenner cable car
Ötztal
AREA 47 • 1,600 km of hiking trails • 870 km of mountain bike routes • WIDIVERSUM • Ötzi Village • Umhausen Birds of Prey Park • Stuibenfall
AREA 47 • 1,600 km of hiking trails • 870 km of mountain bike routes • WIDIVERSUM • Ötzi Village • Umhausen Birds of Prey Park • Stuibenfall
Holiday at Lake Königssee in Berchtesgadener Land from €59.80 per person
Active holiday at the Explorer Hotel Berchtesgaden near Königssee
The Explorer Hotel Berchtesgaden in Schönau am Königssee is your perfect base camp for an active mountain adventure. The overnight rate includes a breakfast buffet, a sports spa, a bike area with lockers, a workbench, and Wi-Fi.
The highlights for your holiday in Berchtesgaden
The Berchtesgadener Land region offers so many leisure activities on vacation, how can you choose? One highlight follows the next. Explore Lake Königssee with a boat trip to St. Bartholomä and listen to the echo of the Königssee. The Kehlsteinhaus (Eagle's Nest) and Obersalzberg are also must-sees – fantastic views are guaranteed! If the weather is bad, the Berchtesgaden Salt Mine or the Watzmann Thermal Baths are the perfect option.
In spring, summer, and fall, over 100 km of marked hiking trails and over 700 km of mountain bike trails are just waiting to be explored. Whether at lofty heights on a via ferrata or in the cool waters while canyoning, everyone will find something to their liking in the Berchtesgadener Land region of Bavaria. When are you coming to Schönau am Königssee for your vacation?
The best experiences for your holiday in Berchtesgadener Land:
Hintersee near Ramsau
How about a trip to one of the most beautiful mountain lakes in Berchtesgaden, surrounded by peaks, forests, and the legendary Enchanted Forest? It may sound a bit cheesy, but that's just what the Hintersee near Ramsau in Berchtesgaden is.
Wimbach Gorge in Ramsau
At the entrance to the high valley between Watzmann and Hochkalter in the mountaineering village of Ramsau there is a narrow gorge - the Wimbachklamm.
Königssee
The Königssee is the landmark of the Berchtesgadener Land and is one of the most fascinating natural beauties in the region, or even in all of Germany!
chimney bath
The Schornbad is centrally located in Schönau am Königssee and offers the perfect outdoor pool for cooling off in the summer. With a 25-meter swimming pool, as well as a non-swimmer and paddling pool, the Schornbad is the perfect place to cool off in hot temperatures.
Rafting Center Berchtesgaden
Are you always looking for a new adventure and thrill? Then we have the perfect place for you. How about a rafting or canyoning tour at the Berchtesgaden Rafting Center?
Almbach Gorge
The Almbachklamm is a gorge at the foot of the Untersberg. The path along the rushing water takes you over numerous bridges, walkways, stairs, and tunnels.
Watzmann Thermal Baths in Berchtesgaden
Water fun, a sauna world, and simply a few hours of relaxation – you deserve it, right? During your visit to the Watzmann Therme in Berchtesgaden, you decide how you want to spend your day. There's also something for families with children.
Berchtesgaden Salt Mine
Open year-round, the Berchtesgaden adventure mine is a holiday highlight for the whole family. Join us on the "Salt Time Journey."
Kehlsteinhaus
The Kehlsteinhaus near Berchtesgaden is located at 1,834 m and is considered one of the top 100 sights in Germany.
Obersalzberg summer toboggan run
How about a toboggan ride in the summer? At the Gasthof Hochlenzer in Berchtesgaden, explorers of all ages can experience a thrilling speed on the Obersalzberg summer toboggan run, completely without ice or snow ;)
Magic forest at Hintersee
You're probably wondering, "Why is the Hintersee Magic Forest called the Magic Forest?" Short answer: It's a kind of magic!
Rafting at Adventure Elements Berchtesgaden
At Adventure Elements in Berchtesgaden, you can book a rafting tour tailored to your needs and get excited about this water adventure.
Berchtesgaden Royal Palace
The royal Berchtesgaden Castle is definitely worth a visit! The Augustinian Canonry was founded on this site as early as 1102, before it later became Berchtesgaden Castle.
Aschauerweiher natural swimming pool
The Aschauerweiher natural pool in Bischofswiesen offers the perfect way to cool off on hot summer days, including a fantastic view of the Berchtesgaden mountain panorama :)
"House of the Mountains" National Park Center Berchtesgaden
"See, hear, feel, taste and understand nature" - that's the motto here. In the Haus der Berge, the information and education center of the Berchtesgaden National Park, there is a lot to discover - whatever the weather!
Berchtesgaden National Park
Did you know that Berchtesgaden National Park is Germany's only Alpine national park? High mountains, unique peak panoramas, and crystal-clear mountain rivers – it's simply indescribably beautiful here!
Jenner Mountain
The cable car in the immediate vicinity of the Explorer Hotel Berchtesgaden in Schönau am Königssee goes up to the mountain station at 1,800 m.
The best deals in Berchtesgaden:
Active Deal
✔ 10% bonus
✔ for stays of 3 or more nights
✔ bookable in spring, summer, and fall
Explorer Week
✔ Stay 7 nights or more and save 15%.
✔ Arrival daily.
Hike Deal
✔ Including cable car ticket
✔ Reduced rate
✔ for stays of 3 nights or more
Overnight stay / Climate Rate
✔ 10% off
✔ only available when arriving by train or bicycle
✔ from 1 night
Happy Family Deal
✔ 1 child up to 17 years old stays free or up to 50% off an extra children's room
✔ from 1 night
✔ limited offer
Ski Deal
✔ 10% discount
✔ Limited bookings
✔ Arrival daily
✔ 3 nights or more
Always included in your holiday in Berchtesgaden:
Breakfast buffet
Choose from 70 fresh, high-quality, and predominantly regional products. The highlight is the do-it-yourself egg frying station.
Sports Spa
With Finnish sauna, steam bath, infrared cabin, relaxation room and fitness area with strength and cardio equipment.
Bike and Ski Area
You will find lockable sports lockers, a workbench, a washing area, as well as tour suggestions and tips for ski courses, and much more.
E-charging stations (for a fee)
There are four public charging stations in the underground car park. Each parking space costs €8.80.
Free Wi-Fi
Explorer guests can surf the internet for free via Wi-Fi throughout their stay.
Whether on foot, by bike or simply as a photo opportunity - you should see these three peaks around Berchtesgaden.
Jenner (1,874 m)
The local mountain can be climbed either on foot or with the new Jennerbahn cable car. In any case, it's a MUST for every Berchtesgaden vacationer.
Watzmann (2,713 m)
For many, Berchtesgaden's mountain of destiny is the most beautiful in the world and famous for its unusual shape.
Grünstein (1,304 m)
You have two options: either you hike leisurely to the summit (3 hours) or you go on the via ferrata.
"For me, Lake Königssee is the most beautiful lake in Germany"
Guido
Hotelteam-Manager
Explorer Hotel Berchtesgaden
Explorer Hotel Berchtesgaden
⬇ You absolutely have to watch this: ⬇
Betti took a boat trip on Lake Königssee and then hiked to the Archenkanzel.
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