Visiting Berchtesgaden, Germany? See the Eagles's Nest, Lake Konigsee and more of Bavaria on a private Berchtesgaden tour with a friendly and experienced ToursByLocals guide!

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Berchtesgaden

Salzburg is small but beautiful. Let yourself be enchanted by the charming atmosphere of this world-famous town. Learn about the once-powerful prince-archbishops, see their magnificent churches and monasteries, and enjoy the city of music, the city of Mozart, and the city of the famous Salzburg Festival.

Every building and every square reveals their own story. . . and I will be happy to tell you some insider stories about famous historic inhabitants as well as present-day celebrities. As a true original "Salzburger" I will provide access to "our" way of living and show you my favourite - sometimes hidden - places in town, where people meet, greet and love to eat.

If you like, we will also talk about the Sound of Music and you will pass by locations that you will recall having seen in the movie.

Let's enjoy the charming atmosphere of my hometown together, and let's explore Salzburg's city life!

View in the dusk - River Salzach, Old City and the Fortress Hohensalzburg

Private City Walk to the most picturesque places in town

Highlights of Salzburg

Enjoy the famous city Salzburg and explore something new.

As someone who was born and raised in Salzburg, I'd love to show you the different aspects of the city such as history, traditional regional legends, famous musicians, chocolate, beer, mysteries, lifestyle and many other things!

During the tour I will show you the most famous sights in a historically and architecturally context, including Palace of Mirabell, Getreidegasse, the Dome of Salzburg, St. Peters - the largest monastery in this area and also of course the Catacombs (The oldest Christian church here in Salzburg going back to the times of the Romans) and show you the influence of the church to this town.

Salzburg is also called the Rome of the Alps due to its baroque outlook.

Looking forward to welcoming you in Salzburg!

Bernd

2hrs walking tour with highlights of Salzburg (mainly old town)

Private Walking Tour Salzburg

Eagles Nest - Berchtesgaden - Obersalzberg - Half Day Private WWII Historical Tour

The Berchtesgaden area holds so much historical value with regards to World War II. During the Third Reich the Obersalzberg was the Southern Headquarters for the National Socialist Party with many of the top leaders owning homes here, and many important political decisions made here. This private tour is perfect for those wishing to discover this history. . .

This half day tour covers the famous Eagle's Nest and many of the other historically important sites on the Obersalzberg, including the more hidden locations that most tourists never hear about. While there are many tour options that include this area, most will only stop off at the most well known spots. I will also include the secrets hidden on the mountainside which really provide an authentic account of the fascinating history of this area.

In addition, the mountain scenery is extremely beautiful and on a clear day you will be surrounded by stunning panoramic views of the Bavarian Alps and the valley below - particularly from the Eagle's Nest.

Detailed WWII historical tour Eagle's Nest and the Berchtesgaden area (Summer time only: May - October)

On the traces of the von Trapp family - Salzburg City and its beautiful countryside

This tour is the perfect combination of the city of Salzburg and its beautiful countryside, known as the Lakes and Mountains District, which is located east of Salzburg.

Besides a general city tour this tour also covers all the important sites from the famous movie Sound of Music like the Mirabell gardens with the Pegasus fountain, the Festival district, the Castle of Leopoldskron, which was used for the backside of the von Trapp house, the Gazebo at the Hellbrunn Park, the famous areal view across Lake Wolfgang and the wedding church in Mondsee. As the movie is based on a true story this tour also leads to the real places of the von Trapp family.

This tour is tailor-made for Sound of Music fans from all over the world as well as for people, who want to enjoy the charm of Salzburg City and its beautiful countryside.

A real highlight on this tour for me as a local guide is to take travelers to a viewpoint overlooking Lake Wolfgang and to present them the beauty of this area.

Cathedral of Salzburg with Residence square

St. Michael church in Mondsee- the wedding church in Sound of Music

Join me on this perfect combination tour and discover all the important sites from the famous movie Sound of Music

Living in Salzburg I came to love this charming town with narrow streets, local farmers markets, impressive museums and beautiful music concerts to be found around Salzburg.
Lets dive into the history of Salzburg in an informative and fun way.

Did you know that Salzburg was inspired by the architecture of Rom, salt trade created power and prosperity for centuries and one of the greatest musicians of all times was born in here?

Discover the city center called "Rom of the North", Fortress Hohensalzburg, Mozart's Birthplace, Getreidegasse, farmers market and Mirabell Garden.

Optional: 
Enjoy a 30 minute organ concert at the Salzburg Dom. Listen to the sounds of sacred music written by different composers besides W.A.Mozart and be touched by the pompous sound within the church space. 

Take this tour and visit some hidden places that you might not find on your own.

3 hour tour including a 30 minute organ concert 

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Salzburg

A walk through the old streets and public squares of a very well preserved historic town.
Salzburg has several historic buildings and fountains, mainly from the seventeenth century, as well as one of the most important cathedrals in the region. Its streets and public squares keep alive a unique atmosphere. It has been added to the UNESCO World Heritage.

This is also the city where the great musician Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born. Music lovers will certainly want to see the house where he was born, the church where he was baptised.

Salzburg is also home to yearly festivals of classical music in Summer and Easter. Visiting at Easter or in summer will make you part of the busy but elegant atmosphere of a festival town. If you happen to visit Salzburg in December, you will see its typical Christmas Markets.
Salzburg is also known for the numerous filming locations shown seen in "The Sound Of Music", which was shot here in 1964.
Two Historic cafés are worth seeing (when Covid-19 is over)

The Residence Square with fountain, Cathedral and carillon.

Salzburg's most iconic view from the Mirabell Garden.

Salzburg cathedral, a view from the hill.

Discover Salzburg's historic Old Town, experience a European City almost unchanged since Mozart's time.

Salzburg 3 Hour Walking Tour

Obersalzberg - Private TourDiscover the Eagles Nest and Obersalzberg

Many make there way up to the famous Eagles Nest and miss out on the lower section of the mountain Obersalzberg where many important political decisions have been made, and there are still hidden remnants to see from that World War II time period, that I know about being married to a local, whoms grandfather supposedly delivered milk to Hitler on Obersazberg.

On this private tour, those history enthusiasts will discover the History of Hitler and how he came to the Obersalzberg. We will explore the transformation of the mountain into the second seat of government "Fuehrersperrgebiet" ( the "Fuehrer' s " off-limits area) whilst explaining other high Nazi officials who had homes on the mountainside as well as other buildings.

Documentation Center(Third Reich museum) can be included were is possible to see part of bunker system.
Weather permitting spectacular views.

Obersalzberg - Private Tour

Salzburg Lakes & Mountains - Winter Wonderland

Lets explore the countryside and cosy villages in the "Heart of Austria".

Winter-Period: December to March!

The Salzkammergut area is well known for its history (more than 7000 years of salt mining. . . ), as well as it has been the residence of our Emperor Kaiser Franz Joseph.

Composers, actors and noble people from all over the world came for their holidays. The region became famous and still kept its flair.

The amazing landscape with 76 lakes and the high mountains formed the tourism in combination with beautiful sights and all kind of activities possible in nature, especially in the winter period.
In the winter season the whole area offers a lot to explore, it is more quiet and less tourism makes it unique.

We will visit the Postalm (1. 100m a. s. l. ) the largest high plateau of Austria, wide range of back country and a small ski area. Cosy typical mountain huts will invite you for a taste of Austrian cuisine.

Welcome to a beautiful day at the countryside of Austria!

Fresh air, clear sky and romantic scenery

Salzburg Lakes &amp; Mountains - Winter Wonderland

Explore Salzburg Highlights and Fortress Hohensalzburg in a 3-hours Walking Tour

Did you know that the funicular takes us to the fortress in 58 seconds? The views during the ride are breathtaking and from up here the historical development of the city of Salzburg can be explained very well.

As an art historian who has lived and worked in different countries and has traveled a lot throughout her life, I think I know the needs of the travelers. Who doesn't want to get a historical overview in a short time?

Who doesn't want to know the best coffee houses, the most delicious specialties, the best and unique products in the city and the most exquisite shops for shopping? If you love that, then you should conquer the city together with me. Every day I am happy to show my guests the hidden corners and the most interesting craftsmen in their workshops.

Trust me. This is my absolute passion and I am happy to show you my Salzburg, the "Rome of the North. " Why is it called that? I will reveal it when we wander the city together!

Getreidegasse, the main trading road with all the wrought-iron signs

Prince-Archbishops Palace "Alte Residenz", fountain and the Cathedral

The gothic splendor of the 500-year-old fortress and city center

Full Day The Hills are Alive Tour with Carlos from Salzburg

Explore Salzburg and its beautiful surroundings on the traces of the world famous musical "The Sound of Music". Me as your private and professional guide will take you on this 8-hour private excursion showing you all the movie's locations that really interest you. This luxury, personalized tour is designed to give you the flexibility to pick and choose the venues.
I have been doing these tours since 2006 and it is for sure one of the most popular. I love this tour, not only for it's historical meaning , but also because it will give you a combination of city and countryside. you really see a lot in only 8 hours. I will do my utmost best to make your day unforgettable and fun. I will not only inform you of the history of Salzburg and the making of The Sound of Music, but I will also explain the differences between Hollywood and the real story of the Von Trapp's.
So make sure you bring your camera because you will want to remember this day forever .

Visit all the sites and locations where the greatest musical of all time was filmed

The Eagle's Nest, Salt Mine and Berchtesgaden

Let me show you the Obersalzberg area, which was the second seat of the German government during the Second World War, including the Eagle's Nest. Such as the salt mine where the prince archbishops of Salzburg obtained their white gold. In between these two highlights we will stop in Berchtesgaden where you can either have lunch in a very nice restaurant with beautiful views of the Bavarian Alps or explore the lovely town of Berchtesgaden.

I would love to tell you about the history of my home town, where salt was very important for over 1000 years, the history of the Obersalzberg and the Eagle's Nest, as well as some stories my grandparents told me about what it was like to live in Salzburg during WWII.

Full day private tour of the Eagle's nest, Salt Mine and Berchtesgaden

Hitler's Eagle's Nest and Berchtesgaden's Sights

Millions of people have heard of Hitler's "Eagle's Nest" in Berchtesgaden. But how many are aware of the magnitude of the Third Reich's takeover and development of the Berchtesgaden area?

How many grasp the political, military and historical importance of the region that Hitler termed his "chosen homeland" and described as the "source of his inspiration", his "secret capital" and the place where, according to him, his "greatest decisions" were made?

As the author of "Your Complete Guide to Berchtesgaden" and researcher into Third Reich history for decades, I would love to share with you the greater picture and the inside story of the so-called Alpine Fortress of the Berchtesgaden area.

Together we can select the places and topics most interesting to you. From the Eagle's Nest, to the charming and historic town center, to a scenic drive in the Berchtesgaden Alps or even the salt mines, a wealth of fascinating sites and majestic sights await you in Berchtesgaden.

A visit to Berchtesgaden's Salt Mine is both fun and educational

Explore the Eagle's Nest and other fascinating sights in Berchtesgaden

Private Walking and Driving Tour Through Salzburg

I will pick you up in your Hotel or at train station or Airport to show you my hometown in my comfortable minivan. We will drive up the mountain Mönchsberg to get a nice view over the whole city. Then we will visit the mirabell gardens where you have a walking through the most picturesque Gardens in town. Further we will see the Makart Square with Mozart's Residence, the theatres and the birthplaces of Christian Doppler and Herbert von Karajan. Passing the Hotel Sacher we will cross then the bridge to drive to the Festival houses and the Old University. Now we continue our tour to the palace of Leopoldskron, Rupert, Fronburg and Hellbrunn on the outskirts of Salzburg. From here we will pass the Abbey Nonnberg to drive back into the heart of the City, where we continue walking through the monastery of Saint Peter, passing the Franciscan monastery and visiting the Cathedral. We still pass the Residence Square to end our tour at Mozart's Birthplace in the Getreidegasse.

Halfday Tour of Salzburg with a licensed Austriaguide

Relive Maria's life and devote a day to 'The Sound of Music' on this private, customizable 8-hour tour from Salzburg. Traveling by private minivan safes your time and brings you to all the locations that big busses can't reach. Trace the footsteps of Maria and the Von Trapps to one location after another, stopping for lunch (own expense) on route. Tour the 'Do Re Mi' scenes in Salzburg, see the famous gazebo, Mondsee wedding church, and 'The Hills are Alive' meadow, escape scene Rossfeld and absorb the Alpine scenery. Price is per vehicle, with hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Discover Salzburg and the Sound of Music locations with Michael

The Hills are Alive

Join me on a tour through Salzburg, this world-cultural-heritage city, from Mirabell Palace, to the "Old Town", The Dome, the Getreidegasse and more, . . . and experience the unique history & culture of music, architecture, and religious/political background, all within it's rich natural surroundings.

In this comprehensive Salzburg tour, we will explore most of the important parts of the city and you will be told its unique historic background. Your friendly and professional guide will be able to give you an individual and interesting city tour of Salzburg.

I will be glad to spend a fun, memorable time with you and maybe recommend further activities for your stay in Salzburg (museums, shopping, restaurants. . )!

Enjoy 2-hour tour to Salzburg's important sights

Your Salzburg "Highlights" Tour

The Eagle's Nest, the Salt Mine and Berchtesgaden, 8-hour private tour from Salzburg

Indulge in our exclusive 8-hour "Best of the Bavarian Mountains" private tour, meticulously curated to unveil both renowned landmarks and hidden local treasures. Embark on an adventure starting with the fascinating Salt Mine, followed by a journey through the historic Obersalzberg area and the charming Bavarian mountain village of Berchtesgaden. Marvel at breathtaking panoramic views as you ascend to the iconic Eagle's Nest in the afternoon. Ideal for newcomers, this tour encompasses the essence of the Bavarian Alps, promising unforgettable memories.

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