Eagle's Nest-Berchtesgaden-Obersalzberg Private Half Day WWII Historical Tour
Overview
This half day tour covers the famous Eagle's Nest and many of the other historically important sites on the Obersalzberg, including the more hidden locations that most tourists never hear about. While there are many tour options that include this area, most will only stop off at the most well known spots. This tour also includes the secrets hidden on the mountain which really provide an authentic account of the fascinating history of this area.
In addition, the mountain scenery is extremely beautiful and on a clear day you will be surrounded by stunning panoramic views of the Bavarian Alps and the valley below, particularly from the Eagle's Nest.
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transportation
What to expect
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Dokumentationszentrum Obersalzberg, Salzbergstraße 41, 83471 Berchtesgaden, Germany
Your experienced guide's accreditation from the German Institute for Contemporary History means they are authorised to provide an in-depth guided tour of the Documentation Centre, followed by the opportunity to explore some of the original bunkers that made up the extensive bunker system below the National Socialist complex on the Obersalzberg.
PLEASE NOTE: Through 2023 the bunker systems and Documentation Centre are closed for renovations. Alternative WWII locations will be included in the tour in their place.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: The Eagle's Nest, dokumentatIon Obersalzberg, 83471 Berchtesgaden, Bavaria Germany
The highlight of this tour is a visit to the famous Eagle's Nest perched atop the Kehlstein mountain at 6, 017ft.
Exploring the fascinating history of Hitler's teahouse including the original features, such as the huge marble fireplace and the famous brass elevator.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Obersalzberg, 83471 Berchtesgaden, Germany
The tour includes a driving tour of the Obersalzberg mountainside with detailed historical commentary throughout, pointing out the most historically significant locations, including:
- the site of Hermann Göring's former home,
- Albert Speer's former home and studio,
- the former RSD Headquarters,
- the former SS officers' housing.
Plus a visit on foot into the woods to the lesser known ruins of Hitler's Berghof home, including the opportunity to experience the panoramic views that were once on offer from his very house.
Duration: 1 hour
Additional information
- Service animals allowed
- Most travelers can participate
- Near public transportation
- Stroller accessible
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 12 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
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Extremely interesting day with superb guide. So much information and things to see that is hard to come by by yourself.
Extremely interesting day with superb guide. So much information and things to see that is hard to come by by yourself.We recently enjoyed a private half-day tour in Berchtesgaden, Germany with Tom Lewis. He demonstrated to us that he is extremely knowledgeable of the WWII history in this area. He punctually met us at our hotel, guided us on our tour, and dropped us off at the train station, which was very conv...
We recently enjoyed a private half-day tour in Berchtesgaden, Germany with Tom Lewis. He demonstrated to us that he is extremely knowledgeable of the WWII history in this area. He punctually met us at our hotel, guided us on our tour, and dropped us off at the train station, which was very convenient for us. The tour included a drive up the mountainside, information regarding the history of the Nazi presence in that location, photographs for us to peruse while traveling, a stop at Hitler's Berghof, a trip to The Eagle's Nest, and a multitude of anecdotes. Tom's in-depth knowledge, patience to address our questions, and articulate English manner made this a very worthwhile and enjoyable trip. I highly recommend engaging Tom Lewis for this tour.I highly recommend this private tour with Tom. He was very professional and his knowledge is next level if you are interested in this time period. This is clearly his passion which makes him so good at leading this private tour.
I highly recommend this private tour with Tom. He was very professional and his knowledge is next level if you are interested in this time period. This is clearly his passion which makes him so good at leading this private tour.Tom was fantastic. His presentation and command of this confusing but fascinating slice of history kept us spellbound on the edge of our seats from being picked up at the train station throughout the afternoon. Not a dull moment filled with behind the scenes special moments.
Tom was fantastic. His presentation and command of this confusing but fascinating slice of history kept us spellbound on the edge of our seats from being picked up at the train station throughout the afternoon. Not a dull moment filled with behind the scenes special moments.In September 2022 I booked the half day WWII tour option with guide Tom Lewis, it was worth every penny! Touring the remains of the Berghof were the highlight for me, followed by visiting the Eagle's Nest on top of the mountain. Not only is Tom a professional, but his passion for history was evi...
In September 2022 I booked the half day WWII tour option with guide Tom Lewis, it was worth every penny! Touring the remains of the Berghof were the highlight for me, followed by visiting the Eagle's Nest on top of the mountain. Not only is Tom a professional, but his passion for history was evident throughout the tour. He's even met with eyewitnesses that used to work at Hitler's Berghof home! I would highly recommend this tour, and Tom, to anyone wishing to learn about the history!Tom was fantastic and extremely knowledgable! We had the best tour and has been the highlight of our trip so far. Tom is a true historian and dispelled many of our misconceptions and stories we had heard. He took us through the bunkers in the new documentation center that opened as well as showed...
Tom was fantastic and extremely knowledgable! We had the best tour and has been the highlight of our trip so far. Tom is a true historian and dispelled many of our misconceptions and stories we had heard. He took us through the bunkers in the new documentation center that opened as well as showed us around the mountain, the remains of Hitler’s residence and the Eagle’s Nest. If you are considering taking this tour, go ahead and book it!!