Königssee, Germany

Königssee

A fjord-like lake in the Bavarian Alps, with a red-domed chapel on its shore.

  • May–Oct
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Königssee

Day 1

  1. MorningTake the first silent electric boat to St. Bartholomä; the captain plays the trumpet for the echo.
  2. AfternoonContinue to Salet and walk 15 minutes to the Obersee lake and the Röthbach waterfall.
  3. EveningStay in Berchtesgaden.

Day 2

Visit the Eagle's Nest on the mountain, or the Berchtesgaden salt mine.

What to eat

Smoked char from the lake and a Bavarian beer.

Local tips

Make the most of Königssee

Beat the crowds

Summer days are very busy. Take the first boat in the morning.

Best photo spot

St. Bartholomä's red-domed chapel on the shore, from the boat.

Getting there

Buses run from Berchtesgaden. Electric boats cross the lake.

Don't miss nearby

The Eagle's Nest on the Kehlstein, and the Obersee lake at the far end.

Good to know

On the boat, the captain plays a trumpet to show the echo off the cliffs. Walk on from Salet to the quieter Obersee.

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Plan your visit

Getting to Königssee

Getting there

  • Salzburg Airport (SZG)25 km away
  • Linz-Hörsching Airport (LNZ)120 km away
  • Salzburg30 km away
  • Innsbruck125 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeMay–Oct
TypeNature spot
Good forNature
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryGermany

Questions

Königssee: good to know

Is Königssee worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature. A fjord-like lake in the Bavarian Alps, with a red-domed chapel on its shore.

How many days do you need in Königssee?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Königssee?

The best time to visit is May to Oct. Summer days are very busy. Take the first boat in the morning.

How do you get to Königssee?

The nearest airport is Salzburg Airport (SZG), about 25 km away. Buses run from Berchtesgaden. Electric boats cross the lake.

What is there to see near Königssee?

Nearby hidden places include Salzburg (29 km), Hallstatt (50 km) and Krimml Waterfalls (72 km).

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