Place to visit
Kehlsteinhaus, Germany: what it is and when to go
Kehlsteinhaus is an architectural structure in Germany (Berchtesgaden), at 1,834 m above sea level. Interests: History. The best time to visit is July to September, a short season because of the altitude. In June there are 15 h 45 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 14. It has articles in 32 Wikipedias, so it is not one of the busiest places in Germany: one to enjoy at a calmer pace. Here is what it is, where it lies, when to come, how to get there and what else is nearby to turn it into a trip.
In a nutshell
- What it is
- Architectural structure · History
- Where
- Germany · Kehlsteinstraße 21, 83471, Berchtesgaden
- Elevation
- 1,834 m
- Best time
- July to September.
- Nearest airport
- MUC Munich, 125 km as the crow flies
- Opening hours
- May-Oct 08:30-16:50
- Website
- kehlsteinhaus.de
- Run by
- Norbert Eder
- Protection
- Protected heritage
- Coordinates
- 47.6115, 13.04189
What it is and where
Kehlsteinhaus is an architectural structure in Germany (Berchtesgaden), at 1,834 m above sea level. It has articles in 32 Wikipedias, so it is not one of the busiest places in Germany: one to enjoy at a calmer pace.
It is in Berchtesgaden, where this site lists 67 more places to see, 1.3 km from the centre.
Its coordinates are 47.6115, 13.04189; the nearest main airport is Munich Airport (MUC, Munich), 125 km as the crow flies. How to get around Germany (train, car, bus) is covered in its country guide.
Where it is (opens in a new tab)Directions (opens in a new tab)
- Run by
- Norbert Eder
- Protection
- Protected heritage
It is one of the History places in Germany. In Kokai it is already on your trip map next to the places you save yourself, and it goes into a day's plan with one tap.
When to go
The best time to visit Kehlsteinhaus is July to September, and the season is short because it sits at 1,834 m: above 1,800 m there is snow until June and it returns in October.
- JanBetter not8:38
- FebBetter not10:00
- MarBetter not11:35
- AprBetter not13:24
- MayBetter not14:55
- JunPossible15:45
- JulBest time15:25
- AugBest time14:05
- SepBest time12:19
- OctPossible10:35
- NovBetter not9:01
- DecBetter not8:14
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 45 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 14. Daylight hours are calculated from the site's latitude for the 15th of each month; when planning a full day on foot they matter as much as the weather.
When to go to Germany in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Before you go to Germany
To enter Germany there are 6 things to sort out before you leave, starting with “Valid ID card (DNI) or passport”: they are all, with their deadlines, in the Germany checklist. Currency: Euro (EUR); plugs: Type C and F · 230 V · 50 Hz; emergencies: 112 · 110 police.
In Kokai you tick off the checklist inside your trip, and each item reminds you when it is time to do it.
What is nearby
- KehlsteinMountain in the Berchtesgaden Alps365 m
- KampfhäuslFormer building in Germany2.0 km
- EnzianhütteDistillery2.1 km
- PurtschellerhausBuilding in Salzburg, Austria2.2 km
- Dokumentationszentrum ObersalzbergMilitary museum2.2 km
Distances are as the crow flies. Everything else is in the Germany guide.
More in Germany: History
- Berlin Wall: barrier constructed by the German Democratic Republic, enclosing West Berlin (1961–1989)
- Lübeck
- Baden-Baden
- Bamberg
- Neuschwanstein Castle: castle in Bavaria, Germany, Europe
- Cologne Cathedral: Roman-Catholic cathedral in Cologne, Germany
Every Germany place under History, each with its season, is on its page.
Frequently asked questions
What is Kehlsteinhaus?
It is an architectural structure in Germany. It has articles in 32 Wikipedias, so it is not one of the busiest places in Germany: one to enjoy at a calmer pace.
When is the best time to visit Kehlsteinhaus?
July to September, and it is worth checking carefully: at 1,834 m the season is shorter than lower down. In June there are 15 h 45 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 14.
How do you get to Kehlsteinhaus?
The nearest main airport is Munich Airport (MUC), 125 km as the crow flies. From there, directions opens the route on the map, and how to get around Germany is explained in its country guide.
How do I add it to my trip?
With one tap. In Kokai it is already on the Germany map, next to the places you save yourself: add it to a day's plan, give it a time and, if you like, get a reminder when you pass nearby.
What else is around here?
Nearby you have Kehlstein, Kampfhäusl, Enzianhütte. The rest is in the Germany guide.
Keep reading
- Berchtesgaden67 places to see in and around Berchtesgaden, Germany: Berchtesgaden National Park, Berghof, Kehlsteinhaus. Best time: April to October.
- History4386 places for history in Germany, from Berlin Wall to spots hardly anyone knows. Best time: April to October and December. Each with its own season by altitude and da
- GermanyBefore travelling to Germany: 6 things worth sorting out, each with its deadline. For Spanish citizens, entry only takes an ID card (DNI).
- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
Data from OpenStreetMap, licensed under the ODbL, and from Wikidata, CC0. More about Kehlsteinhaus on Wikipedia. Daylight hours are calculated from the latitude. More in credits.