One of the oldest states in Europe, Bavaria lies in southern Germany, along the border with Austria, and covers some 20% of the country’s total land area. Rich in culture and home to some of Europe’s most beautiful mountain scenery, there is a local saying that Bavaria is not part of Germany ‘but near it’. The state has a very strong and colourful identity of its own, with traditions including playing the Alpenhorn and Maypole dancing.
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"‘The Bavarian Alps’ tour explores the beautiful landscapes of this mountainous region whilst we search for the alpine flowers, birds, butterflies and mammals. We also enjoy a wealth of rich local history and culture.
Andy Tucker - Managing Director
What’s special about the wildlife?
The Berchtesgaden National Park is home to a rich variety of alpine flowers, birds, butterflies and other wildlife.
What wildlife might I see?
- Wild flowers such as Lady’s Slipper Orchid, White & Red Helleborines plus birds including Golden Eagle, Hazelhen & Capercaillie in the Klausbachtal Valley
- We’ll explore woodlands in search of Crested Tit & White-backed Woodpecker
- Around Konigssee we’ll look for flowers such as Herb Paris & Twayblade
- High alpine grazing meadows (alms) on Mount Wazmann give us a chance to look for flowers such as Martagon Lily & Whorled Solomon’s Seal among many others & a wealth of butterflies
Anything else?
We’ll be based in a delightful, family run hotel in the mountains. It has balconies bedecked with flowers, stunning views, and a restaurant serving traditional Bavarian cuisine.
The area around Berchtesgaden is well-known for its associations with the Third Reich – Hitler’s Eagle’s Nest retreat is perched on Kehlstein Mountain, and we’ll visit this on our tour.
