Around Lampllehen
Things to doin Berchtesgaden and Salzburg
On Königssee, the boat takes you between steep rock faces. In the Klausbachtal, paths lead further into the national park beneath the Mühlsturzhörner. And when you feel like a city day, Salzburg is just across the border. From our home in Marktschellenberg, you can choose a different direction each morning. Here are our ideas, from a walk by the water to a full day in the mountains.
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Lakes and gorges
For a first visit, take a boat trip on Königssee and leave time for a walk ashore. The Malerwinkel circuit leads through the woods to views along the lake. At Hintersee, combine the lakeside path with the mossy boulders of the Zauberwald. Almbachklamm and Wimbachklamm have steps and walkways requiring a sure footing; both are seasonal outings.
Königssee and Malerwinkel
Take the boat to St Bartholomew or walk to the Malerwinkel viewpoint. Obersee is reached during the summer boat season.Read the guide
Guide in German on berchtesgadenerleben.deHintersee and the Zauberwald
A lakeside circuit and a walk among moss-covered boulders in the forest. For a day with gentle walking rather than a big climb.Read the guide
Guide in German on berchtesgadenerleben.deAlmbach Gorge
Bridges and walkways above the stream, with waterfalls between narrow rock walls. Start at the Kugelmühle in our village.Read the guide
Guide in German on berchtesgadenerleben.deWimbach Gorge
A short stretch of wooden walkways, with water cascading down the rock. Continue into the Wimbachtal if you’d like a longer walk.Read the guide
Mountains, alpine pastures and a view
A mountain view doesn’t always require a full day’s hike. The Jenner cable car takes you up above Königssee, and the Rossfeld road has several places to stop and look out. For a walking day, choose a circuit from Hinterbrand or Hochschwarzeck, the climb to the Purtschellerhaus or a longer route in the national park. Match the walk to your fitness, the weather and the season, and check hut and cable-car operations too.
Jenner and its cable car
Ride up for a view over Königssee. Find the viewpoint and walk that suit your day.Read the guide
Rossfeld Panorama Road
Drive up to the viewpoints beneath the Hoher Göll, with ideas for short walks and a meal along the way.Read the guide
The Jenner circular walk
A longer route from Hinterbrand with several huts along the way. Set aside a full walking day and choose good conditions.Read the guideAround the Schmuckenstein
Woodland paths and alpine meadows from Hochschwarzeck, with a possible stop at the Mordaualm in hut season.Read the guide
A hike to the Purtschellerhaus
Walk from Rossfeld to the slopes of the Hoher Göll. This hut walk needs snow-free paths and suitable weather.Read the guide
Guide in German on berchtesgadenerleben.deExploring the Klausbachtal
From the suspension bridge to longer routes among alpine pastures and rock faces. Choose a distance to suit your time and fitness.Read the guide
Guide in German on berchtesgadenerleben.deThe walk to the Blaueishütte
A longer climb from Hintersee into the Hochkalter massif. Give it a mountain day of its own, with time for the descent.Read the guide
Closed until further noticeThe Eagle’s Nest
Following the fire, the building and access routes remain closed, including on foot. No reopening date has been announced.Closure information (German)
When the mountains are in the clouds
At the salt mine, a train takes you underground, with miners’ slides and a raft trip across the Spiegelsee along the way. Book a tour ahead and allow time for changing as well as the visit. At Traumwerk, follow model trains through a whole landscape, then explore the collection of historic tin toys.
Guide in German on berchtesgadenerleben.deBerchtesgaden Salt Mine
A mine train, miners’ slides and a raft across the underground lake. It’s around 12°C inside, so bring an extra layer.Read the guide
Guide in German on berchtesgadenerleben.deHans-Peter Porsche Traumwerk
Model trains travel through mountains and towns as the lighting changes from day to night, alongside historic tin toys.Read the guide
A day in Salzburg
Start in the Mirabell Gardens and cross the Salzach into the old town. A visit to the fortress adds another perspective: courtyards, the state rooms and rooftops seen from above, followed by lanes and squares below. Salzburg is about twenty minutes from Lampllehen by car, with parking and walking time on top.
Mirabell Palace and Gardens
Flowerbeds looking towards the fortress and a visit to the Marble Hall. The gardens and regular palace visits are free.Read the guide
Hohensalzburg Fortress
The Panorama Tour, state rooms and a museum or two. For a winter visit, check the extended funicular maintenance closure.Read the guide
Advent and winter days
In Advent, stalls fill the streets between Berchtesgaden’s old houses, while Salzburg’s markets spread across several squares. Another winter outing leads into the Klausbachtal to the deer feeding area. Pick the right season and allow time to wait: the animals decide when they appear. Summer mountain routes need a separate assessment before any winter walk.
Advent in Berchtesgaden
Market stalls on Schlossplatz and a lantern walk above the town, with dates for the Kramperl on 5 and 6 December.Read the guide
Christmas markets in Berchtesgaden and Salzburg
Choose a market for your evening, with dates, transport and a look at Hellbrunn too.Read the guide
Deer feeding in the Klausbachtal
Walk or take a carriage to the winter feeding area. Find the season, route and what to expect when you arrive.Read the guide
Your days with us
Between Königssee and Salzburg
Your day starts with breakfast in the hotel, even if you’re staying in a chalet. Then choose the lake, the mountains or the city. Find the room or chalet that suits you and check your dates directly with us.