Panoramic Peaks and Viewpoints

Explore the dramatic summits and historic vistas of the Berchtesgaden Alps. This collection features the Kehlsteinhaus, a mountain retreat built at 1,834 meters, alongside the Zinkenkopf on the Austrian border. Discover panoramic viewpoints like the Kneifelspitze, which overlooks the Berchtesgaden basin and the city of Salzburg. Lower-elevation spots such as Marxenhöhe and Lockstein provide accessible perspectives of the Watzmann massif and the historic town center, highlighting the region's unique alpine topography.

Eagle's Nest

The Kehlsteinhaus is a Nazi-constructed building erected atop the summit of the Kehlstein, a rocky outcrop that rises above Obersalzberg…

Zinkenkopf

A 1,336-meter mountain peak situated on the border between Germany and Austria, located between Berchtesgaden and Hallein.

Kneifelspitze

A 1,189-meter-high peak in the Berchtesgaden Alps, serving as a southeastern foothill of the Untersberg massif with views of the Watzmann and the Berchtesgaden basin.

Salzburgblick

Scenic viewpoint located near the summit of the Kneifelspitze, providing vistas toward the city of Salzburg and the Salzach Valley.

Marxenhöhe

Panoramic viewpoint near the Maria Gern pilgrimage church, offering views of the Watzmann massif and the Berchtesgaden valley.

Lockstein

Elevated viewpoint situated above the town of Berchtesgaden, offering a perspective of the historic town center and surrounding mountains.