Landmark
Berghof (residence)
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The Berghof was Adolf Hitler's alpine retreat in the Obersalzberg above Berchtesgaden. Today, only the foundations and a few walls remain after Allied bombing in 1945. The site is part of the Obersalzberg Documentation Center, which provides extensive exhibits on the history of the Nazi regime and the Berghof's role. Visitors can see the remnants of the terrace, the garage, and the access road. The museum features photographs, documents, and artifacts that contextualize the site within the broader history of National Socialism. The location offers sweeping views of the Alps, which Hitler used for propaganda. The adjacent Eagle's Nest (Kehlsteinhaus) is a separate attraction but often visited together.
Don't miss
- The ruins of the Berghof terrace and retaining walls
- Obersalzberg Documentation Center with detailed exhibits
- Bunker system beneath the Berghof (part of the museum)
- Panoramic views of the Berchtesgaden Alps
- Nearby Eagle's Nest (Kehlsteinhaus) accessible by bus
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Berghof (residence)
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inMunich Residenz Palace and Hofgarten Skip-the-line 2,5h Tour4.8★ · 27 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$64 per personSee dates →
Most bookedSkip-the-Line: Eagle's Nest in Berchtesgaden Tour from Salzburg4.4★ · 1,294 travelers~5 hoursFree cancellationFrom$122 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleBerchtesgaden-Obersalzberg Private Half Day WWII Historical Tour5★ · 22 travelers~4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$569 per personSee dates →More attractions in Berchtesgaden