Getting to Berchtesgaden National Park
Berchtesgaden National Park sits in Bavaria, Germany, with Bischofswiesen the nearest town of any size — about 9 km (5.6 mi) out, or roughly 15 min of driving.
Drive times from Berchtesgaden National Park
Berchtesgaden National Park sits close enough to Triglav National Park, Bavarian Forest National Park, Dolomiti Bellunesi National Park, and Stelvio National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Triglav National Park | 146 km (90.5 mi) | 2 hr 36 min |
| Bavarian Forest National Park | 160 km (99.3 mi) | 2 hr 48 min |
| Dolomiti Bellunesi National Park | 171 km (106 mi) | 2 hr 58 min |
| Stelvio National Park | 218 km (135 mi) | 3 hr 39 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Bischofswiesen | 9 km (5.6 mi) | 15 min |
| Berchtesgaden | 9.3 km (5.8 mi) | 16 min |
| Bad Reichenhall | 21.4 km (13.3 mi) | 35 min |
| Ainring | 29.4 km (18.3 mi) | 43 min |
| Freilassing | 32.3 km (20.1 mi) | 47 min |
| Teisendorf | 35.4 km (22 mi) | 50 min |
| Siegsdorf | 39.5 km (24.5 mi) | 54 min |
| Laufen | 43.1 km (26.8 mi) | 58 min |
How to read these numbers
Distances are straight-line between the town and the park centre. Drive estimates add a road factor and an average speed, which is close enough for planning but wrong wherever mountains, ferries, or seasonal closures are involved.
Inside a large park, getting from the entrance to the part you came to see can add another hour or more.
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Common questions
What is the closest town to Berchtesgaden National Park?
Bischofswiesen, about 9 km (5.6 mi) away — roughly 15 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting Berchtesgaden National Park?
The practical bases are Bischofswiesen, Berchtesgaden, and Bad Reichenhall — all within a reasonable drive of the park.