Berchtesgaden

Berchtesgaden has served as a salt-mining and market centre in the Bavarian Alps since the Middle Ages. The Berchtesgadener Ache runs through the town beneath the high limestone walls of the Watzmann massif, one of the defining peaks of southeastern Bavaria. Salt has shaped local life for centuries, and the historic Salzbergwerk remains a reminder of the industry that brought lasting importance to the valley. In the centre, the former Augustinian provostry and its collegiate church reflect Berchtesgaden’s early ecclesiastical role. The town is also closely linked to Berchtesgaden National Park and the Königssee area. Continue with other webcams from the area to see how this part of the Bavarian Alps connects regionally.

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