What you absolutely have to do in Berchtesgaden in winter

We don't know how you are doing, but alone when I thinkWinter in BerchtesgadenLet us notice how our pulse slows down and breathing suddenly becomes calmer. Hardly any region in Germany lets us come to rest as this. We'll tell you here what you shouldn't miss for a maximum relaxing winter break.

Really cool:Even the journey is super relaxed. From Vienna it goes to Winterwonderland in just three hours. Simply jump into the train to Salzburg and conveniently jet from there with the Watzmann Expressbus to Berchtesgaden.

Enjoy the stade time

DieAdvent time in Berchtesgadenis contemplative and quiet. Or Staad, as the locals lovingly describe them. As far as the eye can see, you can see a lot of craftsmanship, an all -round atmospheric atmosphere and a lot of lived customs in the run -up to Christmas. That is why the Klöcklsinger, who move from house to house, have also become an integral part of the Christmas shooters with their firecrackers and the bells swinging buttnmandl from the Berchtesgaden Advent.

Also great (and strange): thatOaschpfeifirössl(Bavarian for ass pipe horse). And yes, the name is the program. The traditional Christmas tree decoration is a small wooden horse, to the rear of which a pipe is attached. Big souvenir recommendation!

Our highlights:

• Berchtesgadener Christkindlmarkt:21.11.2025–3.1.2026, mulled wine with mountain view
• Emmaus circular route:1 h, atmospheric lantern path, free mulled wine cup
• Berchtesgadener craftsmanship:Traditional shop for Oaschpfefrössl and Co

• Read more: Even more Advent activities in Berchtesgaden

Explore the slopes

No winter without slopes? We can understand. Fortunately, 44 kilometers are waiting around Berchtesgaden on sunny slopes infive different ski areas.

The ski areas at a glance:

• Rossfeld Oberau:Snowproof with a 6 km descent and dreamlike panoramic view
• Götschen Bischofswiesen:Snowpark, music and floodlight system, ideal for snowboarders
• Hochschwarzeck Ramsau:Sunny family ski area with tobogganing facilities
• Gutshof Obersalzberg:Small ski area with children's country, perfect for beginners
• Zinc Bad Dürrnberg:Cross -border skiing pleasure in Salzburg

• Read more: For all ski areas

Winter experiences away from the slopes

If skiing is not the leisest for you (sorry Wolfgang Ambros), this is no need to worry, because in and around Berchtesgaden there are a lot of great winter activities away from the two boards. For example, grab the right treads and go upSnowshoeandWinter hikesWith Watzmann-Blick or enjoys romantic evenings at regional delicacies on the glittering Königssee.

Tipp:Especially in the low season you can fully enjoy the calm of nature.

Hike here:

• Magicwald-Hintersee:3 h, 9 km, past parish church of St. Sebastian through the magic forest to the Hintersee
• Malerwinkel Königssee:1.5 h, 4 km, fantastic view over the Königssee
• Snowshoe hike toAhornbüchsenkopf:1.5 h, 4 km, refreshments at the Berggasthof Ahornkaser
• Snowshoe hike toMordaualm:3 h, 7 km, possible with little snow even without snowshoes

Feast here:

• Echostüberl:directly on the bank, regional and seasonal dishes (from mussels to wild garlic)
• Traditional restaurant St. Bartholomä:between the lake and Watzmannwand, traditionally Bavarian ambience, only accessible by boat

• Read more: All winter activities in Berchtesgaden

Experience winter in the national park

Admittedly, with a glittering snow cover, the whole world is a piece of magic. However, it will be particularly magical inBerchtesgaden National Park: No matter whether you glide through the Winterwonderland with the pony sled, go for animal track search in the snow or observe majestic red deer with a wild feeding.

Our highlights:

• with thePonytailFor wild feeding
• theRotwild in the Klausbach Valleyobserve
• Go in the snow for traces

• Read more: More information about winter in the national park

Well, already in Berchtesgaden fever? We are exactly the same! For even moreWinter activities in the Bavarian regionIt is best to check the website directly on the website. We wish you a relaxing break.