Lake Königssee

The towering cliffs of the Berchtesgaden Alps drop almost vertically down to the shores of Lake Königssee, which is 192 meters deep at its deepest point. If you want to explore the stunning natural scenery surrounding Bavaria’s most iconic mountain lake, the only way to do so is by boat—and there it is, waiting for you: the famous Königssee echo.

A boat trip to Berchtesgaden National Park

The electric boat glides silently across Lake Königssee. Emerald-green water glistens in the sun, the sky glows white and blue—and the echo of the trumpet reverberates far across the lake. Surrounded by the mountains of Berchtesgaden National Park and the mighty Watzmann East Face, this boat trip is one you won’t forget—whether you visit in summer or winter.
 

Experience Königssee

Hikes and highlights around Königssee

Lake Königssee is a natural paradise set in the heart of Berchtesgaden National Park.

  • Bergerlebnis Berchtesgaden

    Malerwinkl Loop Trail

    Schönau a. Königssee
    • 1:30 h
    • 5,0 km
    • 160 hm
    • Hiking route
    • Hiking
  • Rowing on Lake Königssee

    Königssee rowboat rental

    Schönau a. Königssee
    • Open today
  • St. Bartholomä in the Fall
    Bergerlebnis Berchtesgaden

    St. Bartholomä pilgrimage church

    Schönau a. Königssee
    • St. Bartholomä National Park information point

      Schönau a. Königssee
      • Open today

    Our top sights

    • Eagle's Nest

      Visit the historic Eagle’s Nest in Berchtesgaden and experience panoramic alpine views, dramatic mountain scenery and the history of Kehlstein high above Königssee.
    • Mount Jenner

      Discover Mount Jenner in Berchtesgaden with panoramic views of Lake Königssee and Watzmann, scenic hiking trails, climbing routes and cozy mountain restaurants.
    • Salzbergwerk Berchtesgaden, Südwestdeutsche Salzwerke AG

      Salt Mine

      [Translate to English:] Im Salzbergwerk Berchtesgaden wird auch heute noch Salz abgebaut, wie eh und je erfolgt der Abbau in sogenannten Sinkwerken. Das genaue Verfahren des Salzabbaus erfahren die Besucher des Salzbergwerkes bei der Einfahrt in das Bergwerk