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Take a nice trip away from the hustle and bustle of travelling to the Bavarian mountains and get in touch with history, tradition and local lifestyle of the Salzburg area. After our drive through spectacular countryside, surrounded by remarkably shaped mountain tops you can choose to:

• dress up in miners cloth, ride the miniature train to the heart of the mountain, glide across a subterranean lake on a raft, slide down giant chutes from one gallery to the next and learn all about salt in the salt mines of Berchtesgaden or
• visit the Obersalzberg and Hitler's Eagles Nest, learn more about this infamous, but important chapter of history and enjoy the view from an altitude of 5.500 feet above sea level (available from mid May - mid October, depending on snow)
• strolling the traditional village of Berchtesgaden and take in some of the local lifestyle or
• enjoy a walk along the shores of emerald green Lake Königssee

Duration: approx. 4 hours Departure: daily 9.00 am and 2.00 pm

In case you wish to experience all of these alternatives you have the opportunity to book a whole day trip to Bavaria

Duration: approx. 8 hours Departure: daily 9.00 am

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daily at 8.45 am and 2.00 pm

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Panorama Tours Bus Terminal , Mirabellplatz / Hubert-Sattler-Gasse 1, 5020 Salzburg Arrival information

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This Salt Mine Tour takes you on an adventurous trip into the Bavarian Alps to the Salt Mine Berchtesgaden

Visit one of the most popular destinations in Berchtesgaden with our Salt Mine Tour: The salt mine in Berchtesgaden is more than 500 years old and features many highlights, such as the magic Salt Room, a raft ride across the Mirror Lake, the Salt Cathedral, and many more. Also part of this Salt Mine Tour is a stop in the picturesque town of Berchtesgaden.

The Salt Mine Tour

This 4-hour Salt Mines Tour takes the route from Salzburg via the Alpenstraße and along the Königsseeache up to the Obersalzberg, where once the leaders of the Third Reich resided.

Next, you reach the highlight of the Salt Mine Tour: the more than 500-year-old salt mine in Berchtesgaden . Learn exciting and informative facts about the world underground!

After your visit of the salt mine and before your return to Salzburg, you have time to explore the picturesque town of Berchtesgaden at your own leisure.

History of the Berchtesgaden Salt Mine

Records of salt mining in Berchtesgaden reach as far back as the twelfth century. In 1517, Prince-Provost Gregor Rainer founded the salt mine in Berchtesgaden. Since then, salt has been mined here uninterruptedly, making Berchtesgaden Germany’s oldest active salt mine . To this day, the Bad Reichenhaller AlpenSalz is made from the brine won in this salt mine.

1816 saw the beginning of tours through the salt mine for select guests only. Since 1880, tours have been open to everyone. In 2007, the visitor center was reimagined and is now one of the most innovative salt mine experiences worldwide.In 1517, the first gallery was struck and in 2017, the Berchtesgaden Salt Mine celebrated its 500-year anniversary .

Highlights of the Salt Mine Berchtesgaden

The Salt Mine Berchtesgaden offers a range of highlights for visitors young and old:

After you have put on protective clothing, the mine railway takes you 650 m (2,100 ft.) into the mountain. First, you see the impressive Salt Cathedral which was dedicated to Emperor Franz Josef I., then emperor of Austria. Next is the first wooden slide, that transports you 34 m (110 ft.) downwards to the Stone Salt Grotto , which was named for King Ludwig II of Bavaria. Look forward to many interesting stations here, for example the salt laboratory which provides exciting insights into the history of salt mining.

The tour of the salt mine is completed with a breath-taking ride across the Mirror Lake on a raft. The lake owes its name to the reflection of the ceiling in the water’s surface.

The Salt Mine Berchtesgaden allows you to learn new and interesting information about the vital element salt and experience it with all senses.

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How should i dress for the salt mine tour.

Inside the salt mine, there is a constant temperature of +12°C (53°F) all year around. This is why warm clothes are recommended. Additionally, sturdy shoes are advised. At the salt mine, you will receive mandatory overalls to protect your clothes.

How long is the tour of the Salt Mine?

The tour inside the salt mine takes about 1.5 hours. The full duration of the Salt Mine Tour from departure in Salzburg back to arrival in Salzburg is 4 hours.

From which age is the Salt Mine Berchtesgaden suitable for children?

Children at any age can visit the Salt Mine Berchtesgaden. However, strollers, baby buggies and carrying frames are not suitable.

How do I get to the Salt Mine Berchtesgaden?

The easiest and most convenient way to get to the salt mine from Salzburg is with the Salt Mine Tour by Salzburg Panorama Tours. On the 4 hour tour, enjoy the drive to the salt mine via the Obersalzberg and afterwards, explore the picturesque town of Berchtesgaden at your own leisure.

Is the entrance fee to the salt mine included?

Yes, the entrance fee to the Salt Mine Berchtesgaden is included in the tour price.

Is there a long wait at the entrance?

No, there is no long wait at the entrance because this tour includes Skip the Line Tickets.

When is the Salt Mine Berchtesgaden open?

The Salt Mine is open all year.

Where is the Salt Mine Berchtesgaden?

The Salt Mine is in Berchtesgaden, a picturesque town in the Bavarian Alps.

Address: Salt Mine Berchtesgaden Salzburger Straße 24 83471 Berchtesgaden

Please notice:

We are not able to offer a pick-up service from the hotel . Please make your own way to meeting point, 15 min. prior departure.

Only Salzburg Panorama Tours is responsible to schedule the tour vehicles.

Infants up to 4 years are not entitled to their own seat.

In case of border controls, please make sure you carry a valid passport !

This tour may be operated in combination with tour 3 / Bavarian Mountains tour .

Pets are not allowed in the tour.

Stefan Herzl

Hello, my name is Stefan Herzl and I’m really looking forward to show you my beautiful hometown Salzburg. I am a native Salzburg offering since 1976 various sightseeing tours in Salzburg & surroundings.

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DÜRRNBERG SALT MINES and the BAVARIAN ALPS + “EAGLE’S NEST”

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Description

This tour takes you to one of the worlds oldest salt mines accessible for visitors at Dürrnberg mountain. The “white gold” mined there provided almost limitless riches for the prince archbishops manifested until present days in Salzburg’s baroque magnificence. Eagle’s nest is an architectural master piece on the top of a mountain. The road up to there is unique in the world and a milestone in road construction. Indeed, this tour is a package of superlatives. Alternatively the Obersalzberg Ducumentation can be visited.

Important Info

Eagle’s Nest is open from approx. the beginning/middle of May until approx. 20th October (weather depending). The Obersalzberg Docoumentation Centre is open every day (Apr – Oct), Tue – Sun (Nov – March). Closing days 1st Jan, 1st Nov, 24th, 25th, 31st Dec. Salt mines also not suitable for children under approx. 4 years old.

Inclusions:

• Free Salzburg city/hotel pick-up
• Drop off near Mirabell garden
• Knowledgeable chauffeur guides
• Tour flexibility upon request

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• Food and drinks
• Entrance fees where applicable
• Tips for guide (up to you)

Tour schedule & availability

Important Info a) Additional hours if possible upon request. Extra hours Euro 95,00/h b) Some of the tours cross the border Austria/Germany. Please take the passport with you, it could be checked. c) Please inform us in case you want to take a baby with you (necessary for the proper child seat).

“WHITE GOLD” – A FUNNY AND EXCITING JOURNEY BACK IN HISTORY

This tour takes you to one of the world’s oldest salt mines accessible for visitors at Dürrnberg mountain. The “white gold” mined there played a crucial role in the history of Salzburg and far beyond. It provided almost limitless riches for the prince archbishops to fulfil their urbanistic dreams which are manifested until present days in Salzburg’s baroque magnificence.

Donning a traditional miner’s cloths, using a small miner’s train and sliding down smoothly polished wooden slides you will go down level by level and enter not only the mysteries of a world far inside the mountain. You will also travel back in time for ages. A miner will guide you vividly explaining about the history as well as telling exciting legendary tales like the one of the “Man in the Salt”. A highlight will be the raft trip across the subterranean salt lake.

With fun and excitement you will discover the history of the “white gold” hidden for millions of years.

“EAGLE’S NEST + BERCHTESGADEN”

After the salt mines we will cross the Austrian border to Bavaria (Germany). This tour is a package of superlatives.This tour goes to the Bavarian mountanis and Obersalzberg with Eagle’s Nest. The road up to Eagle’s Nest is a milestone in the history of road construction in alpine regions and unique in the world.Via a tunnel you then get to the brass elevator which takes you inside the mountain straight up 124 m in only 42 seconds. At 1834 m (6017 ft) above sea level you will have a breathtaking panoramic view (with fine weather up to 200 km!).

“Eagles Nest” itself is an architectural master piece with some meters thick base walls situated on a ridge on top of the Kehlstein mountain. It was part of the Obersalzberg military complex where Hitler frequently met foreign and domestic officials. Thus it is inseparably linked with World War II and its history. Now it is used as a restaurant.

You can reflect on the beauty and magnificence or the historical importance of all you have seen on the way back through the picturesque countryside. If time allows we even will do a stop at  Berchtesgaden town.

Eagle’s Nest is open from approx. the beginning of May until approx. 20th October (weather depending).

Alternatively Obersalzberg Docoumentation Centre can be visited. A visit to the Documentation Centre is not recommended for children under the age of 12.

Note: Salt Mine and Eagle’s Nest Entrance fees not included.

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