Excursion destinations in the Saalach Valley

Numerous excursion possibilities are available to you within an hour's drive of your holiday base in Unken. Be it a family outing full of adventure, thrilling action with the Flying Fox or a city trip to Mozart’s City of Salzburg. Due to the perfect location of the Saalach Valley, bordering the federal state of Tyrol and Berchtesgaden with its German corner, you can reach the most popular sights and activities in the Salzburg region within a very short time period. The perfect amount of variety on your holiday is therefore guaranteed! As a partner of the Rupertus Bad Reichenhall thermal bath, our guests can look forward to reduced admission costs. Enjoy a break from everyday life with the beneficial effects of warm Bad Reichenhall AlpenSole from the sea. Amid the mountains and surrounded by breathtaking nature, a unique feel-good atmosphere and pure family fun awaits you.

Just about an hour’s drive from your holiday destination Unken, the diverse Berchtesgaden region awaits you with three absolute highlights: the Königssee, the Kehlsteinhaus, and the historic market town of Berchtesgaden. These popular excursion destinations in Bavaria can easily be integrated into your holiday in the Salzburg region and offer a varied mix of natural experiences, cultural sights, and places steeped in history.

The Königssee is considered one of the most beautiful lakes in Germany and is truly a natural jewel. With its emerald-green surface and steep, fjord-like rock walls, it has enchanted visitors for generations. A boat trip to St. Bartholomä is a must and is accompanied by the traditional trumpet echoes resonating across the lake. Exploring on foot is equally rewarding: hiking trails such as the Malerwinkel circuit provide impressive views of the lake and the surrounding mountains in the Berchtesgaden National Park. In summer, you can enjoy the fresh alpine air here, while in winter a quiet, almost mystical atmosphere settles over the Königssee.

Only a few kilometers from the Königssee rises the world-famous Kehlsteinhaus at 1,834 meters above sea level. The drive along the spectacular Kehlstein road and the ascent with the historic elevator are an experience in themselves. At the top, you will be rewarded with a unique 360-degree panoramic view of the Berchtesgaden Alps, the Salzburg region, and even as far as Lake Chiemsee. This building is not only one of the most famous sights in the Berchtesgaden region, but also a place where history and nature meet in an impressive way.

The charming town of Berchtesgaden rounds off your excursion perfectly. A stroll through the historic old town takes you past traditional houses, small boutiques, and cozy cafés. Particularly worth seeing are the Royal Castle of Berchtesgaden as well as the traditional salt mine, which offers a fascinating insight into the centuries-old history of salt mining – an ideal experience for both families and culture enthusiasts. Surrounded by the striking peaks of the Watzmann and nestled within the Berchtesgaden National Park, the region is also a true paradise for hikers and nature lovers.

An excursion to these three highlights in the Berchtesgaden region guarantees you the perfect variety during your holiday in Unken: from the natural beauty of the Königssee, to the historic heights of the Kehlsteinhaus, all the way to the cultural charm of Berchtesgaden.