Hitler’s eagle’s nest – The Kehlsteinhaus
The Kehlsteinhaus, also known as the Eagle's Nest, is one of the most famous tourist attractions near Salzburg. Located high up on the Kehlstein, it offers not only spectacular views of the Alps, but also fascinating insights into history.
Kehlsteinhaus History
The Kehlsteinhaus in Bavaria, also known as Hitler's “Eagle's Nest,” was designed by Martin Bormann. Although Hitler rarely used the house, it survived World War II unscathed and remains largely in its original condition. Visitors to the Kehlsteinhaus can tour the historic site, enjoy the spectacular views, and learn more about its eventful history.
How to visit?
The Kehlsteinhaus is open from May to October and can only be reached by special bus. The starting point is Obersalzberg.
The entire tour takes about 4 hours. The meeting point for the guided Kehlsteinhaus tour is the Panorama Tours bus terminal at Mirabellplatz in Salzburg.
Visit the Eagle’s Nest (Kehlstein House) with our guided tour and learn more about the historical details.
Experience spectacular views of the Alps on this tour to the Eagle’s Nest.
From Salzburg, drive into neighbouring Bavaria directly to Obersalzberg. From Obersalzberg, we change to a special bus and drive up the 6.5 km road to the Kehlsteinhaus. Once you arrive at the upper car park, a 124 m long tunnel leads you into the mountain. Once inside the mountain, the lift takes you directly into the Kehlsteinhaus in less than a minute. In times past, it was used as a diplomatic house for Hitler's guests. Enjoy the beautiful panoramic view of the Salzach Valley and the Berchtesgadener Land from here and learn more about the history of this house.
This guided Tour is available in English and German! (Tour may be guided multilingually)
Please meet us at Mirabellplatz 2, 5020 Salzburg (Panorama Tours Bus Terminal) some minutes before the tour starts and show your ticket to our staff.
What to see?
The historic elevator
Inside the mountain, an elevator takes visitors directly to the Kehlsteinhaus in less than a minute.
The Kehlsteinhaus
In the past, it was used as a diplomatic residence for Hitler's guests. Today, visitors will find a restaurant there.
The panoramic view
One of the highlights is the view: the terrace offers a spectacular panoramic view of the Salzach Valley, Berchtesgadener Land, and the Bavarian Alps.
Frequently asked questions
The Kehlsteinhaus, also known as the Eagle’s Nest, is located above Berchtesgaden in Bavaria, near the Austrian border close to Salzburg.
Yes, the Kehlsteinhaus still exists today and is accessible as a historic building and excursion destination.
Yes, visitors can visit the Kehlsteinhaus—either individually or as part of our interesting guided tour from Salzburg.
Today, the Kehlsteinhaus is owned by the Kehlsteinhaus Foundation of the Free State of Bavaria.
From Salzburg, travel to Berchtesgaden and the Obersalzberg. From there, transfer to a special bus that takes you up the 6.5 km road to the Kehlsteinhaus
The building is located at an altitude of 1,834 meters on the Kehlstein.
The Kehlsteinhaus is open seasonally from May to October, daily.
