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Berghotel Rehlegg, Ramsau bei Berchtesgaden

Charming hotel in breathtaking Bavarian Alps
 
The 4-star superior Rehlegg, located in an idyllic village, offers Bavarian charm and contemporary comfort combined with a relaxed and friendly environment, and excellent dining. Enjoy exploring amid alpine forests, lakes and mountains, and visit nearby Salzburg.
Berghotel Rehlegg, Ramsau bei Berchtesgaden. 7 nights
+44 (0)1653 617001 Call now
Berghotel Rehlegg, Ramsau bei Berchtesgaden. 7 nights
+44 (0)1653 617001 Call now
 

Holiday information

 

A winter holiday in Bavaria

for non-skiers
Steeped in culture and tradition, the picture-postcard village of Ramsau bei Berchtesgaden nestles alongside the Ramsauer Ache river in the heart of the Berchtesgaden National Park and is the archetypal Bavarian village. Here, amidst the snow, you’ll find fairy-tale landscapes and warm Bavarian hospitality in equal measure.

Given its natural beauty, the village has long been a magnet for writers and artists, yet outside Germany its awe-inspiring views and silent lakes remain a secret. This is partly what makes it such a special place to visit in winter, as is the fact that you needn’t be a skier to enjoy the glorious scenery – this is a place for gentle strolls, rides in chair lifts to panoramic viewpoints, and boat trips across serene lakes...
At the Berghotel Rehlegg you’ll find a warm welcome from the Lichtmannegger family in whose hands this 4-star superior hotel has thrived for generations, morphing from family farm to gastronomic spa retreat. Situated in the village yet surrounded by meadows, the Rehlegg is a delightful blend of spa and village tavern where Bavarian charm and contemporary comfort combine to create a relaxed and friendly environment, topped off with excellent dining.
 

Our expert says

“What makes this holiday so special is that the National Park is right on your doorstep. It’s not unusual to spy a golden eagle soaring above your head. The mountain air will give you a healthy appetite and after a day exploring, the food at the hotel is simply sublime.”
Rebecca Bruce, Inntravel snow holiday expert
 
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Winter activities

There’s no fixed itinerary, so you can choose to do as much or as little as you like and explore this Bavarian idyll at your own pace.
  • Choice of routes
    High mountains, deep valleys and crystal-clear Alpine lakes define this charming, protected corner of Bavaria bordering Austria. The superb scenery attracts many walkers over the summer months, and a number of the same paths are accessible in winter, too. Several of these trails lead from Ramsau itself, while further options can be reached using the local bus service – free with your visitor’s card.

    In the detailed documentation we provide, we give an overview of our three favourite options, including the two following routes:

    Hintersee: 9.5km
    Starting from the centre of Ramsau, this lovely walk meanders alongside the River Ache and passes through an enchanted forest to reach picturesque Hintersee. Many artists and poets have found inspiration in the dramatic beauty of this lake, and reproductions of the most famous works can be found on easels that line the lake shores. Along the route, you’ll come across cosy wood-panelled Stuben (inns) where you can stop awhile – taste a local dish along with a cool Bavarian Weissbier (wheatbeer) or warm up with a decadent Zartbitter Heisse Schokolade – dark hot chocolate with whipped cream.

    Klausbachtal & Berchtesgaden National Park: 2km
    Ramsau sits on the edge of the Berchtesgaden National Park – one of the oldest protected areas in the Alps. We suggest taking the bus to Hintersee to enjoy a short walk through the trees and into the park, which is home to a number of wild animal feeding stations. Time your visit right and you could well be treated to the magical sight of wild red deer and chamois feeding in the forest! As this walk is short, it combines well with lunch at one of the restaurants or cafés surrounding Hintersee – we particularly recommend the Auzingerhof for its warm Bavarian hospitality and great cakes.
    Walk beside pretty Lake Hinter
  • Königssee & Berchtesgaden

    An idyllic lake
    Sparkling at the foot of its mountainous guardians, picturesque Königssee is an enjoyable day out and very much worth the trip. Sailing silently across the water on an electric boat is the best way to fully experience the exceptional, fjord-like scenery; this journey will take you past the beautiful church of St Bartholomä, whose onion dome reflected in the still water is the iconic image of the lake. If, in the depth of winter, the boats are unable to run, there is still the option to enjoy a beautiful walk along forested, lakeside paths to reach the Malerwindel viewpoint.

    A town of frescoed houses
    Renowned for its traditional wooden crafts, Berchtesgaden, with its frescoed buildings, shops and Marktplatz, is just a short bus ride away. From the town, look up to see the famous Eagle's Nest (Kehlsteinhaus), Hitler's mountain tea house (closed in winter), high on the summit of the Kehlstein mountain overlooking the town.
    Königssee
    Berchtesgaden's frescoed buildings
  • Mozart's city
    Ornate buildings, elegant squares and elaborate fountains – Salzburg is one of the finest Baroque cities north of the Alps, and it is just over an hour’s bus journey from Ramsau. We provide detailed, self-guided walking notes to help you get the most from your visit; these will lead you to the Residenzplatz – where you’ll find the magnificent cathedral, Bishop’s Palace and Glockenspiel, which rings its 35 bells several times daily – and to the childhood home of the city’s most famous son, one Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. We also recommend our favourite places to pause for Kaffee und Kuchen – such as the 300-year-old Café Tomaselli, a Viennese-style coffee house.
    Mozart's city
    Wander the streets of Salzburg
  • Snowshoeing & more

    Snowshoeing
    It’s a very special experience exploring silent, wintry landscapes where the only footprint in the snow is your own. Snowshoeing gives you access to such untouched areas, and is consequently a hugely rewarding activity. It is also very easy to master – it’s simply a case of getting used to walking in the broad snowshoes.

    Tobogganing
    For some fast-paced fun, ride the chair lift to Hochschwarzeck and enjoy the magnificent view from the top before zooming down the 2.3-kilometre toboggan run.

    Cross-country skiing
    Should you wish to try your hand at skiing, there are 30 kilometres of cross-country trails in the meadows above Ramsau and around nearby Schönau. Access to the trails is free of charge.

    Horse-drawn sleigh rides
    A wonderfully relaxing way to see the local countryside is to take a horse-drawn sleigh ride into the National Park. Rides can be organised locally.
    Horse-drawn sleigh ride
 

Where you stay

Ramsau bei Berchtesgaden (altitude: 670m) is one of the most picturesque of all Bavarian villages and is situated in the heart of the Berchtesgaden National Park, where the Watzmann, Germany’s third-highest mountain, provides an impressive backdrop. It is Germany's first official 'mountaineering village', and it's said there are more mountain guides here than anywhere else in Germany. Passionate about preserving Alpine customs and traditions, this is storybook Bavaria.

The village’s strikingly picturesque parish church of Saint Sebastian graces many a postcard of Bavaria. Built in 1512, the Baroque, single onion-shaped tower topped with wooden tiles is typical of the region. Sitting alongside the river with a backdrop of the Reiteralp mountain, it has become the quintessential image of Bavaria. In the village centre you'll find a bank and ATM, a small well-equipped supermarket, a bakery, craft shops and a couple of cafés.

Please note: most beds in German hotels are normally one large base with two mattresses/duvets. We refer to these as 'Austrian Twins' and they are locally regarded to serve requests for both double and twin bedded rooms. Separate twin beds or traditional double beds with one large mattress are rare and cannot be guaranteed.
Berghotel Rehlegg
  • 4-star superior

Bedrooms

 

Options to extend or shorten your stay

 
Prices & travel
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  • 7 nights: 07 January 2024 - 17 March 2024 & 05 January 2025 - 16 March 2025

    Start any day | End by latest date(s) shown above

    Starting Adults
    07 Jan - 27 Feb 2024 # £1635
    28 Feb - 10 Mar 2024 £1580
    Single traveller supplement £85

    Includes all elements of the holiday itself (accommodation, meals and any additional elements as described), plus flights (usually from London) and onward travel as described.

    # Supplements apply on 10 & 11 Feb 2024, 8,9 & 15,16 Feb 2025; please contact us for details

    Included travel: British Airways Heathrow or Gatwick to Salzburg (2h) (times vary, please contact us for details; hold luggage included), connecting transfer (0h30)

    The 'Single traveller supplement' applies for solo travellers. A supplement is also payable for a single room – see 'Additional prices' below

    Prices are subject to availability and flight supplements may apply. Book early for Christmas, New Year and school holidays. We can also book different flight routes (see flight section below). Please contact us to discuss any pricing implications.

    7 nights: 07 January 2024 - 17 March 2024 & 05 January 2025 - 16 March 2025

    Start any day | End by latest date(s) shown above

    Starting Adults
    07 Jan - 27 Feb 2024 £2050
    28 Feb - 10 Mar 2024 £1980
    Single traveller supplement £200

    Includes all elements of the holiday itself (accommodation, meals and any additional elements as described), plus Eurostar and onward rail services from London St Pancras, plus any transfer to the hotel as described below (see 'Rail option from London' section).

    The 'Single traveller supplement' applies for solo travellers. A supplement is also payable for a single room – see 'Additional prices' below

    Prices are subject to availability and supplements may apply. Book early for Christmas, New Year and school holidays.

  • Room upgrades (supplement in £ per room per night)

    Berghotel Rehlegg, Ramsau
    Junior suite with mountain views: 07 Jan - 17 Mar 2024 £110
    Single room: 07 Jan - 17 Mar 2024 £118
    Superior: 07 Jan - 17 Mar 2024 £42
  • RECOMMENDED AIRPORT(S):
    Salzburg (latest flight arrival time and earliest flight departure time both flexible)

    As an alternative to flying, we can arrange rail travel from London

    Travelling from the UK

    Travelling from outside the UK

    If you are flying from outside Europe,  you may need to fly to an airport not listed here. To discuss onward connecting travel to the start of your holiday, please contact us.

    Travelling from outside the UK
    We have many years' experience catering for customers who live outside the UK, and will be happy to make tailored arrangements to fit with your plans.

    You have two options:

    1) Book your own flights to London, from where we can book onward flights and connecting travel to your hotel.

    2) Book your own flights direct to an airport appropriate to your chosen holiday. You can either make your own way from the airport to the hotel, or we'll be happy to book onward connecting travel for you. Please consult with us before booking your flights, so that we can advise you on the suitability of your proposed route and timings.
    Outward route Airline
    Aberdeen - Salzburg (via Frankfurt) Lufthansa 
    Outward route Airline
    Belfast Intl. - Salzburg easyJet,  jet2 
    Outward route Airline
    Birmingham - Salzburg Charter (contact us),  Eurowings,  jet2,  TUI 
    Birmingham - Salzburg (via Düsseldorf) Eurowings 
    Birmingham - Salzburg (via Frankfurt) Lufthansa 
    Outward route Airline
    Bristol - Salzburg easyJet,  jet2 
    Bristol - Salzburg (via Frankfurt) Lufthansa 
    Outward route Airline
    Nottingham East Midlands - Salzburg jet2 
    Outward route Airline
    Edinburgh - Salzburg jet2 
    Edinburgh - Salzburg (via Frankfurt) Lufthansa 
    Outward route Airline
    Glasgow - Salzburg jet2,  TUI 
    Glasgow - Salzburg (via Frankfurt) Lufthansa 
    Outward route Airline
    Leeds Bradford - Salzburg jet2 
    Outward route Airline
    Liverpool - Salzburg easyJet 
    Outward route Airline
    London City - Salzburg British Airways 
    London City - Salzburg (via Frankfurt) Lufthansa 
    Outward route Airline
    Gatwick - Salzburg British Airways,  Charter (contact us),  easyJet,  TUI 
    Outward route Airline
    Heathrow - Salzburg British Airways,  Eurowings,  Lufthansa 
    Heathrow - Salzburg (via Frankfurt) Lufthansa 
    Outward route Airline
    Luton - Salzburg easyJet 
    Outward route Airline
    Stansted - Salzburg jet2,  Ryanair 
    Outward route Airline
    Manchester - Salzburg British Airways,  Charter (contact us),  Eurowings,  jet2,  Ryanair,  TUI 
    Manchester - Salzburg (via Düsseldorf) Eurowings 
    Manchester - Salzburg (via Frankfurt) Lufthansa 
    Manchester - Salzburg (via Hamburg) Eurowings 
    Outward route Airline
    Newcastle - Salzburg jet2,  TUI 
    Outward route Airline
    Southampton - Salzburg British Airways 
    Outward route Airline
    Teesside International - Salzburg (via Amsterdam Schiphol) KLM 
    Travelling from outside the UK

    If you are flying from outside Europe,  you may need to fly to an airport not listed here. To discuss onward connecting travel to the start of your holiday, please contact us.

    This list of alternative flight options should be used as a guide only, and you should check each airline’s website for current routes, frequency and schedules. Not all flights operate daily, and may not run for the entire season. You should also heed the latest flight arrival time and earliest flight departure time stated above, as it may not be possible to arrange connecting travel outside these times. Our expert reservations team will be happy to offer advice if you would prefer to fly via a different route to the one included in our standard arrangements. A supplement may be payable for other flights.

  • Choose a leisurely route on Austria’s NightJet sleeper train. Enjoy dinner on Amsterdam’s waterfront or in Cologne by the Rhine before boarding the sleeper, then wake to Bavarian landscapes. After changing at Rosenheim, watch views of the Chiemgau Alps unfold to the right-hand side of the train as you continue to Germany’s south-eastern corner, close to the Austrian border. Less than 2 hours after leaving the sleeper train, you step off the Berchtesgadener Railway for the transfer to your hotel.

    > Travelling by train to Germany: what to expect
    > More about 'by rail' prices

    We have based our prices (which include continental breakfast and a private 2-berth cabin with 2 bunk beds and a washbasin on the sleeper train) on the routes we recommend below, but our rail specialists can tailor the arrangements to suit you and provide a quotation.

    Route on which prices are based (via Amsterdam)

    Outward journey - departing
    London Mon-Fri     		Departure time
    from London     		Arrival time
    at hotel
    St Pancras–Amsterdam (Eurostar, 4h), Amsterdam–Rosenheim (NightJet sleeper, 12h30), Rosenheim–Frelassing–Berchtesgaden (regional rail, 2h), transfer to hotel (0h30) approx 1100 next day at approx 1130
    Homeward journey - departing
    hotel Sun-Thu     		Departure time
    from hotel     		Arrival time
    in London
    Transfer to Berchtesgaden (0h30), Berchtesgaden–Freilassing–Rosenheim (regional rail, 2h), Rosenheim–Amsterdam (NightJet sleeper, 12h30), Amsterdam–St Pancras (Eurostar, 4h) approx 1800 next day at approx 1700

    Route on which prices are based (via Cologne)

    Outward journey - departing
    London Sat or Sun     		Departure time
    from London     		Arrival time
    at hotel
    St Pancras–Brussels–Cologne (Eurostar & ICE, 4h), Cologne–Rosenheim (NightJet sleeper, 10h), Rosenheim–Freilassing–Berchtesgaden (regional rail, 2h), transfer to hotel (0h30) approx 1100 next day at approx 1130
    Homeward journey - departing
    hotel Fri or Sat     		Departure time
    from hotel     		Arrival time
    in London
    Transfer to Berchtesgaden (0h30), Berchtesgaden–Freilassing–Rosenheim (regional rail, 2h), Rosenheim–Cologne (NightJet sleeper, 10h), Cologne–Brussels–St Pancras (ICE & Eurostar, 4h) approx 1800 next day at approx 1400
What is included
  • 7 nights
  • 7 dinners
    daily light lunch & afternoon cake
    7 breakfasts
  • detailed information about the area
  • rail travel or flights from London (regional flights available)
  • transfers from/to Salzburg Airport (if flying)
  • guestcard giving free bus travel
 
Reviews

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We are keen for as many customers as possible to review their holiday. To make it easier to do so, we include a specific review section on our post-holiday questionnaire, and this is what we publish here, unedited. Read our full review policy >

All 6 reviews
  • Anon
    25 February 2023

    Amazing scenery on your doorstep. Fantastic service and food at the hotel and spa facilities very comprehensive. Brush up on your German before you go.

  • Dr C Shukis-Brown
    London
    18 February 2023

    We had a fantastic time at Hotel Rehlegg and would highly recommend this holiday. There are many walks directly from the hotel, both along the river, round the lake and behind the hotel in the mountains. As there was little snow during our trip, we were able to access the higher level walks as well. There were one or two Alms open for lunch even during the winter, providing a welcome lunch after a hike. The weather was unseasonably warm and we walked without jackets on a couple of the days, despite it being mid-February!

    The hotel is superb, with some of the best spa facilities we've ever used. I recommend the treatments but do book in advance as they are popular. The buffet dinner was varied and had many healthy options, with several vegetable and salad choices in addition to fish and meat. For the moderate or non-drinkers, the alcohol-free bar options were extensive. There is also a light lunch provided every day should you be around in the afternoon. It's the sort of hotel where couples and friends go for a few days to pamper themselves, so there were very few children or groups. Whilst walking, we got chatting to a local woman who expressed surprise when we said we were staying there for a whole week. It's clearly viewed as a high-end hotel where you go for a treat! I do a lot of fitness training so ran on the excellent trail to Hintersee and back a few times and used the hotel gym, which was sufficiently equiped.

    We did a day trip to Salzburg and the travel there was very smooth. The bus from Ramsau to Berchtesgarden takes 15 minutes and is timed to meet with the Salzburg bus, meaning the whole journey takes 1 hour (take some cash for the Salzburg bus as the free bus pass doesn't cover that route). Salzburg can be easily done in the day as it's compact - we used the walking tour provided by Inntravel, which was easy to follow and informative.

  • Anon
    04 February 2023

    Lovely hotel with friendly staff, good food and good facilities. I think we were lucky with the weather - cold, clear, blue sky and sunshine every day apart from arrival day which was grey and wet. Plenty of walks. Where there was snow it was firm and crisp due to the low temperatures overnight (-10C). Walking poles useful to cope with the occasional icy patch. Lovely to be in fresh mountain air.

    Salzburg was an interesting city to visit and has lots to see. We spread our visit to it over 2 days: one to get an overall feel for the city and its places of interest and the second to explore the museum, art gallery and hilltop fortress in more detail.

    Overall a lovely relaxing holiday.

  • Mrs R Bradbury
    Ashby-de-la-zouch
    14 January 2023

    An excellent choice of hotel, beautiful setting, lovely food and ambiance. Each stage of travel very well organised. Made use of free bus passes to travel further from Ramsau and then enjoy walks, we are not all day treckers!! No snow the first half of the week but enjoyed bus ride to Konigsee then cable car up the Jennerbahn to reach some snow. Also borrowed the hotel electric smart car to get closer to the deer feeding station near Hintersee. Once the snow fell the whole area was even more magical, lovely holiday.

  • Felicia Quinn
    13 January 2023

    A wonderfully calm and restorative stay. Staff were kind and accommodating, particularly of our terrible German. The spa and surroundings were lovely, and the room spacious and stylish. Local walks and trips were great.

  • Fritz
    08 January 2023

    Hotel Rehlegg is a superb hotel with excellent spa facilities. The location is ideally placed for beautiful walks to Hintersee within a comfortable distance. The scenery is breathtaking and the communal areas of the hotel have views to the mountain and the local village has small shops and a bakery. 
    The hotel staff are friendly and extremely professional. The food is delicious, varied and plentiful and caters for all taste and dietary needs.

    I would sincerely recommend this holiday 
 

FAQs

If you have any questions relating to this or any other Inntravel holiday, our friendly travel experts will be happy to help. You might also find our General FAQs section helpful.
  • Living far from the capital ourselves, we know better than most that flying from London can be a bind, so we are very flexible with our travel arrangements. Call or email us, and one of the team will be happy to list the different options available to you, and any price implications.
  • Absolutely! We are experts in tailored rail travel. Making use of sleeper trains or stopovers in cities along the route, we can get you from London to virtually anywhere in mainland Europe. We can even make arrangements to Mallorca, Sicily and Norway with a combination of ferries and rail. Please contact us to discuss your plans.
  • Once you’ve decided on your exact itinerary (our travel experts will be happy to offer advice), you need to provide us with your party’s details, either by phone or via our booking form. At this point we also ask you to pay a deposit so that we can secure a room for you immediately on confirming availability with the hotel(s). If it turns out that we can’t secure the accommodation for the holiday you’ve requested, or offer an acceptable alternative, we’ll refund your deposit promptly and in full. After booking your accommodation and other key elements, we'll then book your travel (or you can do so if you’re making your own arrangements) and send you a Booking Confirmation and Invoice.

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  • Yes, it’s something we insist on, even for holidays in the UK. The vast majority of holidays go smoothly, but when things go wrong, it can be expensive to put them right. Buying a new pair of walking boots after your suitcase is stolen mightn’t seem so bad, but the bill for being airlifted down from a mountain with a broken leg or flown home while still recovering from an illness or accident can incur a five or six-figure bill.

    Many insurers offer travel insurance (you can find details on our insurance page of a policy that you may like to consider if you are a UK resident), but you do need to make sure that you’re covered for medical emergencies – including falling ill with Covid-19 while on holiday – and repatriation. We also recommend that you are covered for other eventualities, such as cancellation and loss of luggage and passports.

    When you purchase a policy, be sure to check that it covers the activities you'll be doing on holiday and that it is adequate for your own individual needs.
  • It is your responsibility to ensure you are in possession of the correct travel documents, with the correct validity. If you’re a UK citizen, you need a full British passport to travel to Germany, but not a visa (please note, however, that a new travel authorisation system is being introduced). If you are a citizen of another country, you’ll need to check requirements with the national embassy or your own consulate.

    Current information regarding vaccinations and travel health advice for UK citizens can be found through the Travel Health Pro website. You must make sure you have adequate insurance cover for illness, accidents and repatriation (see the insurance question). You should also apply for a Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) if your EHIC has expired (if you have a still-valid EHIC, you can use this until it expires).
  • The official language is German. The currency is the Euro. German time is GMT/UTC + 1. It uses Daylight Saving Time, so in summer is on BST + 1.
  • For information on the practicalities of travel now that the UK is no longer part of the European Union, visit www.gov.uk/visit-eu-switzerland-norway-iceland-liechtenstein.
  • The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides up-to-date, country-by-country travel advice, as well as information on security, local laws, passports and visas for UK citizens.

    If you live outside the UK, see our essential travel information page for a list of relevant websites.
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