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car hire recommended

In order for you to enjoy the peaceful settings of the hotels we have selected, and also to make the most of the attractions in the area, we recommend that you choose to hire a car for the duration of your stay in Königssee. Hire cars can be collected from Salzburg airport on arrival (and we will give you directions to your hotel). 
If you'd rather not drive the area has efficient public transport systems, including trains and buses (see Local Bus Card box).

Highlights Advice

Make an independent 'away day' by bus, train or hire car. Here are some suggestions.
Munich: The capital of Bavaria. Rich in history with lots to see and do.
Chiemsee - lake & castle: The vast lake of Chiemsee has watersports, a scenic cycle route around the lake and islands to visit on the lake's ferry service - the main attraction is the beautiful 'Herrenchiemsee' palace, built by King Ludwig with a design based on 'Versailles' in France.
Burghausen: A medieval town with the longest castle in Europe - 1043m!
Salzburg: A beautiful city to visit whatever your motivation. Visit the sites where the Sound of Music was filmed (English language guided tour available from Berchtesgaden), admire the classical architecture, enjoy a classical concert in this, the home of Mozart.

There are also some guided excursions from Berchtesgaden and a few are in English.

Discount Card

Local Bus Card
The local bus pass is great value, offering unlimited bus travel on any 6 days (consecutive or not) in the local area, including to the spa town of Bad Reichenhall and to Salzburg. It costs approx. €18 (€9 for children up to 14 years) with your Visitor Card and is available from any local tourist office (it costs more to buy on the bus. It is not valid up to Eagle's Nest).