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Place in Bavaria, Germany
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Bad Reichenhall is a spa town in the Bavarian Alps in Germany, near Salzburg, Austria. Bad Reichenhall has a population of 18,500 (2020).
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Best explored on foot as it is mostly a car-free and bustling pedestrian zone. Of particular interest are the Poststraße, the Ludwigstraße, the Rathausplatz, the Altes Kurhaus, St. Zeno Minster and the remains of Gruttenstein fortress.
Also open to the public for tours of this unusual brick complex of the mid-1800s that houses the salt museum and a giant brine pumping system. The salt works visit also includes an exciting walk through its stone corridors leading deep under the mountain where caves and saltwater extraction equipment are
This delightful spa garden is unique thanks to its monumental open-air saltwater inhalation facility (graduation tower). From spring to autumn, the Kurgarten is an oasis of beauty and tranquility conducive to rest and recuperation, boasting very old trees, splendid shrubs, flower beds and palm trees.
A visit to the Heimatmuseum (local heritage museum) conveys a clear picture of regional history from the Stone Age to the present day.
The world's oldest twin-cable gondola lift. In just a few minutes it will speed you to the top of Bad Reichenhall's local peak, the Predigtstuhl at 1614 m.
Nestlied in the heart of a nature reserve, the crystal-clear waters of Lake Thumsee resemble a green emerald. In summer it is a popular swimming area and in winter it swarms with ice-skaters and ice-curling players. Year-round it is an idyllic place of rest and relaxation for locals and visitors alike.
Can be booked through Club Aktiv.
Information about tandem-paragliding from Take-off, Stefan Wiebel, licensed tandem flight pilot.
Information from Tauchcenter Blue-Ring-Octopus,
A bike tour following the trail of the famed Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the composer. Mozart remains somewhat of a puzzle but many traces of his short but turbulent life can be found, especially in this area. Embark on a bike ride of discovery to the places connected to the life and works of this formidable character dotted throughout the areas of Salzburg, Chiemsee and Berchtesgaden Land.
A spa facility featuring natural thermal springs. The name is derived from St. Rupert, the patron saint of salt, after whom, by tradition, numerous establishments in Bad Reichenhall are named. RupertusTherme sets itself apart from the numerous existing and planned natural mineral hot springs in Bavaria by integrating the healthy tradition of salt in a vitality and activity concept.
Games daily from 15:00-02:00 and slot machines daily from 14:00-02:00.
Menu has several sections covering areas from Bavarian specialities to standard German entrees. Excellent Monday special is Schweinshaxe (German Ham Hock) with coleslaw and bread dumpling for €5.90 (Aug 2019).
Tavern style, big leafy patio, more fish and fowl entrees in menu than in typical restaurant serving German food.
Amazing regional dishes with stunning view towards the town from their terrace.
Has been family-owned since the late 19th century and is famous for manufacturing high quality sweet treats, most of all the Genuine Reber Mozart-Kugeln. Their cakes (sold by very generous pieces for under €3 apiece) are out of this world and make even pretty decent Glockenspiel in Salzburg (now part of Demel) to pale in comparison. Candy store is in the same building.
Very good selection of Italian ice creams and gelatos. Open relatively late at night.
Beautiful campground right at the Saalach river.
4-star hotel with good online ratings.
Wonderful hotel that is near Lake Thumsee which offers a lot to families and outdoor lovers.
Transportation is typically by car, bus or walking. City transit consist of 3 bus routes.
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