Berchtesgaden, Watzmann, salt mine...
Day trip to Lake Königssee
When on holiday in Reit im Winkl, the Königssee is one of the most memorable destinations for a day trip.
The boat trip on the lake between the mountains of Watzmann and Jenner to the picturesque chapel of St. Bartholomä, the famous echo and later a stroll through Berchtesgaden are unforgettable.
To get to lake Königssee drive along the scenic German Alpine Road ("Deutsche Alpenstraße") to the town of Schönau am Königssee, approx. 70 km.
You can go on hikes of all degrees of difficulty around lake Königssee and stop off at many inns, in the mighty scenery of Watzmann, Hochkalter, Hohem Göll and Reiteralm.
What do see and do in Berchtesgaden and lake Königssee
Practical information: From Reit im Winkl to Lake Königssee/ Berchtesgaden
- Travel by car: take the German Alpine Road/ B305 via Weißbach and Schneitzelreuth to Schönau or Berchtesgaden
- Organized tours: day trips with the Reit im Winkl travel agencies
