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The Kehlsteinhaus (known in English as the Eagle's Nest) is a Nazi-constructed building erected atop the summit of the Kehlstein, a rocky outcrop that rises above Obersalzberg near the southeast German town of Berchtesgaden. It was used exclusively by members of the Nazi Party for government and social meetings.
- Berghof (Residence)
The Berghof was Adolf Hitler's holiday home in the...
- Obersalzberg
Located about 120 kilometres (75 mi) south-east of Munich,...
- Berchtesgaden
The Kehlstein mountain (1,835 m or 6,020 ft), with its...
- Berghof (Residence)
The Kehlsteinhaus or "Eagle′s Nest" is the famous mountain retreat of Adolf Hitler in the mountains of Berchtesgaden. Today, the Kehlsteinhaus is a memorial site and attracts thousands of visitors every year - the Eagle′s Nest has developed from a prestige object of allied bombings to Berchtesgaden′s primary attraction.
The Kehlsteinhaus (Eagle’s Nest) on Obersalzberg Mountain in Berchtesgaden is located at a height of 1820m above sea level and is a popular day-trip destination. Originally built by the Nazi Party as a suitably representative venue, the architecturally unique building now features a mountain-top restaurant offering a splendid panoramic view ...
- Salzbergstraße 45, Parkplatz Obersalzberg, Berchtesgaden, 83471
- info@salzburg.info
- 08652 2969
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May 16, 2024 · Through the frost and snow of winter, the rock walls of the Eagle’s Nest road are damaged from falling rock from above, therefore every spring the walls are „cleaned“ and since 1952 have insured that no accidents have occurred. Length: 6,5 km; difference in height: 700 m. width: 4 m; five tunnel altogether 277 m. construction period: 13 ...
Feb 23, 2024 · The Story behind the Eagle’s Nest. Read on to understand to understand why Berchtesgaden and the Obersalzberg were chosen by the National Socialists as their second seat of power, and why all that remains intact today is the Eagle’s Nest. Table of Contents. 1. The early Obersalzberg: Pioneers of alpine tourism in the late 19th century. 2.
