Berchtesgaden

Berchtesgaden is a charming historic town in the German state of Bavaria, 30 km south of Salzburg. Located in a valley in the German Alps, picturesque views are abundant. Visitors enjoy Lake Königsee, the deepest lake in the Alps, and touring the nearby salt mines, as well as the world class sport facilities of Berchtesgaden. The bobsleigh run, ice arena and skiing are popular in the winter months.