📜 Historic mountain guesthouse and viewpoint at 1,834 meters above sea level. 🔍 Originally a 50th birthday present for Adolf Hitler, now a popular excursion destination with a restaurant and exhibition. # Why Go 🏔️ Breathtaking panoramic views up to 200 km of German and Austrian Alps 🏗️ Impressive engineering feat with Germany's steepest road and a gleaming brass elevator through the mountain 🏛️ Learn about the Nazi era history at the Documentation Center 🍽️ Enjoy Bavarian cuisine at the mountain restaurant # Why Avoid 🚫 Closed during winter (November to early May) 🚶 No pedestrian access on the Kehlstein road ⚠️ Can be crowded, especially during peak season # Tips 🗓️ Visit between May and October. 👟 Wear sturdy shoes for walking tours, especially if planning a summit cross walk. ⏳ Allow at least 1.5 hours for a full visit including the exhibition and views. 🎟️ Book bus tickets online in advance to avoid queues, especially for groups. 🚌 Arrive at the bus departure point at least 30 minutes before your scheduled ride. 🅿️ Consider public transport to Obersalzberg. # Cost 💰 Discounted tickets for groups/families available only at ticket office. # Hours 🕒 Open daily from early May to late October, 8:30 AM – 4:50 PM (weather-dependent). Closed annually from November 10th to approx. May 7th. # Getting There 🅿️ Fee-based parking available at Obersalzberg. Access to Eagle's Nest only by special bus No. 849. ♿ Access via special bus and elevator to the Tea House.