the Eagle's Nest in Berchtesgaden, Germany, is a historic site with a dark past. Here's a brief history of the Eagle's Nest: -Construction: Built in 1939, the Eagle's Nest was a mountaintop chalet and the former southern headquarters of the Nazi party. It was a gift from Hitler's inner circle for his 50th birthday -Design: The building was designed by Martin Bormann, and it was built with precision stonework evoking fascist obedience Hitler's Visits: Hitler seldom visited the Eagle's Nest, as he was afraid of heights. He visited only 14 times -Symbol of Power: The Eagle's Nest was a symbol of power for the Nazi regime, and decisions were made there -Survival: The Eagle's Nest was one of the few undamaged monuments of the Nazi era, as Allied bombing at the end of World War II did not damage the building

At Obersalzberg, your included ticket covers the official special bus ride up the mountain road to Eagle’s Nest. From there, take the historic brass elevator carved through the rock to reach the summit. At the top, enjoy panoramic views over the Bavarian Alps and Lake Königssee while learning about the site’s historical significance during the 1930s and 1940s. After returning down the mountain, explore the Obersalzberg bunker system part of the former underground complex connected to the Nazi leadership headquarters. Walk through preserved tunnels and gain deeper insight into the region’s history.