Overview
Berchtesgaden is a small, picturesque town in the Bavarian Alps, surrounded by mountains. It is famous for its salt mines, which have been mined since the 13th century.
Architecture · Budget Travel · Day Trips · History · Nature
Before you go
Accommodation
Look for 'Zimmer frei' signs for budget B&Bs.
Language
Standard German, English widely spoken in tourist areas.
Money
Germany uses the Euro (€). Credit cards are widely accepted, but have cash for smaller establishments.
Safety
The town is very safe, but avalanche risk in mountains during late winter.
Transport
Free local bus travel with Kurkarte (tourist card) after paying Kurtaxe.