Bad Reichenhall: Guide, Hotels, Map & Photos
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EUR 64 - 275 Hotel Restaurant Cafe Neu Meran
 Boasting panoramic views of the Bavarian Alps, this family-run 4-star hotel in Bad Reichenhall offers modern wellness facilities, elegant rooms and su… MoreEUR 40 - 100 Hotel Sonnenbichl
 This 3-star superior hotel right next to the ASLAN health centre, the spa centre and the spa gardens with its concert rotunda is located in the spa re… MoreEUR 30 - 74 Hotel Traunfeldmühle
 This traditional hotel, situated only 350 metres from the renowned thermal baths of Bad Reichenhall, Upper Bavaria, is only a short journey from Salzb… MoreEUR 38 - 90 Hotel Pension Hubertus
 Peacefully located a 5-minute drive from Bad Reichenhall, this family-run hotel has a lakeside terrace overlooking Lake Thumsee. The Bavarian-style ro… MoreEUR 38 - 122 Hotel Pension Erika
 This hotel enjoys a very tranquil and central location in the idyllic spa town of Bad Reichenhall.
You are only a short stroll from the pedestrian z… MoreEUR 33 - 66 Hotel Garni Steiermark
 The family-run Hotel Steiermark in Bad Reichenhall offers well-equipped rooms and apartments, free Wi-Fi and a daily breakfast buffet. It is a 3-minut… MoreEUR 45 - 85 Hotel Karlsteiner Stuben
 Just a 6-minute drive from the Rupertus Therme spa, this peaceful hotel in Bad Reichenhall´s Karlstein district makes a cosy base for trips to t… MoreEUR 39 - 110 Hotel Villa Rein
 Dating back to 1898, this ”art nouveau” villa, located close to the center of Bad Reichenhall, invites you to relax and unwind whilst enjo… MoreEUR 34 - 68 Leitnerhof
 This country guest house offers free parking and free Wi-Fi. It is located in the Nonn district of the spa resort of Bad Reichenhall, just 2 km from t… MoreEUR 48 - 178 Salzburg Park Hotel
 This elegant, 4-star hotel in Bad Reichenhall is just a 3-minute walk from the train station. It offers a spa with indoor pool, free Wi-Fi, and gourme… MoreEUR 66 - 108 Schlossberghof Marzoll
 Enjoying an idyllic location, this welcoming hotel is set directly next to Bad Reichenhall´s health centre. It offers a wide range of spa servic… MoreEUR 70 - 132 Pension Schwarzenbach
 This country hotel in Bad Reichenhall offers great views of the Hochstaufen mountain, free Wi-Fi, and daily breakfast buffets.
The Pension Schwarzenb… MoreEUR 33 - 64 Pension Lex
 This traditional Bavarian guest house in the spa town of Bad Reichenhall offers country-style rooms, a private garden, and secure storage facilities f… MoreEUR 41 - 126 Mercure Panorama Bad Reichenhall
 This 4-star hotel stands at the highest point of Bad Reichenhall. It offers a spa with heated swimming pool, free Wi-Fi and rooms with balconies overl… MoreEUR 55 - 175 Parkhotel Luisenbad
 The Parkhotel is situated in the heart of the town Bad Reichhall, on the edge of the Spa Gardens and really near to the new pedestrian area of the tow… MoreEUR 41 - 160 Hotel Garni Gablerhof
 Quietly located beside a small lake, this family-run, 3-star hotel in the Bavarian spa town of Bad Reichenhall offers non-smoking rooms, a garden with… MoreEUR 40 - 70 Hotel Dora
 This 3-star, Art Nouveau hotel lies in the heart of Bad Reichenhall, less than a 10-minute walk from the train station and a 15-minute drive from Salz… MoreEUR 48 - 89 Gästehaus Scheil Ferienwohnungen
 Boasting a 3,000 m² garden, this 3-star guest house in Bad Reichenhall provides fully equipped, family-friendly apartments amid the scenic Berchtesga… MoreEUR 63 - 189 Grand City Hotel Bad Reichenhall
 This 3-star hotel is directly in the pedestrian zone of Bad Reichenhall, in the mountainous Berechtesgaden district. It offers free Wi-Fi in the whole… MoreEUR 6 - 86 Historischer Landgasthof-Hotel Hofwirt
 This hotel is a friendly and historical country guest house located centrally in a traffic-free zone near to the spa resort facilities.
It is situate… MoreEUR 42 - 80 Gästehaus Quellenhof
 This guest house in Bad Reichenhall offers free Wi-Fi, a traditional terrace café, and large private grounds with 2 ponds. All rooms have south-facin… MoreEUR 34 - 64 Ferienappartements Hans Mauerer
 These 4-star, self-catering apartments in Bad Reichenhall offer a balcony or terrace with mountain views, country-style furniture, and a shared garden… MoreEUR 38 - 165 Avalon Hotel Bad Reichenhall
 This family-run hotel lies opposite the railway station in Bad Reichenhall. It offers comfortably furnished rooms, free Wi-Fi and free use of the indo… MoreEUR 63 - 309 Axelmannstein Hotel Bad Reichenhall
 Boasting a 30,000 m² park and lake, this 4-star-superior hotel in Bad Reichenhall offers golf and tennis facilities, a beauty farm, and first-class c… MoreEUR 54 - 126 Hotel - Pension - Seeblick
 Boasting generous sports and wellness facilities, this family-friendly hotel is only a 5-minute walk from the romantic Thumsee lake.
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Bad Reichenhall: Guide
Bad Reichenhall is a spa town in Bavaria, Germany, near Salzburg (city)|Salzburg, Austria. Bad Reichenhall has a population of 18,351.
Understand
The word Bad implies that this is a spa town.
Early in the 19th century, Bad Reichenhall was famous for being a health resort. Bad Reichenhall is where a royal spa tradition and modern life harmoniously meet.
16,785 out of 18,351 population make Bad Reichenhall their primary residence.
Get in
By plane
Closest airports are in Salzburg (city)|Salzburg and Munich.
By train
Bad Reichenhall is easily reached by rail. There are frequent train connections from Munich and Salzburg.
Tel: 0800 1507090
By car
from Munich and Salzburg (city)|Salzburg go to A8 autobahn.
Get around
Transportation is typically by car, bus or walking.
See
Beautifully tended parks
Countless historical sights make this alpine town one of the most precious jewels of Bavaria.
The Old Town is 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.
The Alte Saline - Saline is 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
The delightful Kurgarten is unique thanks to its monumental open-air saltwater inhalation facility. 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.
Heimatmuseum A visit to the Heimatmuseum (local heritage museum) conveys a clear picture of regional history from the Stone Age to the present day.
The Predigtstuhlbahn is 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 (5300 ft).
Lake Thumsee Nestling 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.
Do
Adventure
Fun and adventure sports can be booked through Club Aktiv, Tel.: +49 8651 67238
Mountain climbing
Bungee jumping
- Information about tandem-paragliding from TAKE-OFF, Stefan Wiebel, licensed tandem flight pilot: Tel.: +49 8651 984192; cellphone +49 179 241 1136
Water
Rafting
Diving - Information from Tauchcenter Blue-Ring-Octopus, Tel.: +49 8651 5105
Swimming - There is a large choice of attractive heated outdoor and indoor pools, as well as beaches on the banks of crystal-clear mountain lakes. Pools in Bad Reichenhall:
RupertusTherme Spa & Fitness Resort ThermenLandschaft Mon. - Sat. 09:00 a.m - 22:00 p.m Sun. and holidays 09:00 a.m - 20:00 p.m
Städtische Schwimmhalle: Municipal indoor pool: Mon. - Fri. 2:00 - 9:30 p.m.; Sat., Sun. & holidays 10:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Thumsee beach: open May through September
Bikes
Biking - The spa zone boasts 50 km of biking trails, the Berchtesgaden Land district some 500 km! What an invitation to undertake one of many varied bicycle excursions! Among the favorites of the area are Thumsee Lake, Saalach Lake, along Saalach River, around Mount Untersberg and many more. The tourist office's activity program includes free guided biking tours.
- A bike tour following the trail of the famed Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. This unequaled musical genius is undoubtedly one of the most famous composers of all times. Over 200 years later, Mozart's operas such as Don Giovanni or The Magic Flute still enthrall millions of listeners. As a person, Mozart remains somewhat of a puzzle but many traces of his short but turbulent life can be found - especially in our 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.
Bike rental. Aral fuel station (Loferer Strasse 28 - 29 on the B20 near Bad Reichenhall) rents bicycles at the following rates: Touring bike EUR 7.50 / day; Mountain bike with suspension fork EUR 12.50 / day \; Full-suspension mountain bike EUR 17.50 / day; 24-hour service; 10% discount with the Visitor's Card; Free crash helmet
Winter
Downhill skiing - Bad Reichenhall makes for an ideal base from which to ski the slopes of the Berchtesgaden and Salzburg areas. Berchtesgaden is easy to reach by car or public transportation. Salzburg is but a short drive away and within an hour you can reach famous ski areas such as Flachau, Zauchensee, Filzmoos, Saalfelden or the Dachstein-Tauern area. Information and reduced rate passes can be obtained from the Bad Reichenhall tourist information office Tel.: +49 8651 606 0
Sledding - A natural sled run (750 m) can be found in Bayerisch Gmain starting at Bergkurgarten. Two-seater sleds can be rented for free by presenting the Visitor's Card to the information center at Bayerisch Gmain. The run is illuminated at night till 10:00 p.m. Tel.: +49 8651 606 401
Ice-skating - Bad Reichenhall's ice-skating rink has been closed due to building failure. If weather permits, ice-skating is also possible on Lake Thumsee.
Snowshoe hiking - Experience Bad Reichenhall's glittering winter landscape on a snowshoe trek to the summit of Mount Predigtstuhl! Spectacular vistas are your reward! Information and booking: Josef Posch, Tel.: +49 8651 4009 or +49 171 737 0893.
Ice-curling - Tuesdays 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. at Bayerisch Gmain's sports and leisure center.
- A new showpiece for Bad Reichenhall. The ultimate enjoyment in a spa facility featuring natural thermal springs, opened its doors at the end of March 2005. 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 completely new and trendsetting vitality and activity concept.
Other
Hiking
High-wire rig
Canyoning
Cave exploring
Golf - Welcome to Golf Country! 10 golf courses and one driving-range (Marzoll) within a radius of 45 km await you in the vicinity of Bad Reichenhall and Bayerisch Gmain. Some of the green offer breathtaking views of mountains and lakes as well.
Driving-Range (Schloßberghof, Marzoll) Tel.: 08651 / 7005-41.
Games daily from 3:00 pm to 2:00 am and slot machines daily from 2:00 p.m. to 2:00 am.
Buy
There is an elegant pedestrian area boasting 330 exclusive shops.
Eat
- Tavern Style. Salzburger Str. 22 · D-83435 · Bad Reichenhall Tel: 08651 / 9695-0 · Fax: 08651 / 9695-12
Axelstüberl - Regional food. Salzburger Str. 2-6 · D-83435 · Bad Reichenhall Tel: 08651 / 7770 · Fax: 08651 / 5932
Bahnhofsgaststätte - Bahnhofsplatz 1 · D-83435 · Bad Reichenhall Tel: 08651 / 2677
Steak Haus - Großgmainer Str.14·D-83457·Bayerisch Gmain Tel: 08651 / 965796
Kammerer Bräu - Poststraße 23 Tel: (08651) 602160
Neu Meran: (it´s more expensive) Nonn 94 Tel: 08651-4078
Bürgerbräu: Waaggasse 1-2 Tel: (08651) 6089
Padinger Alm Nonner Str. 79
Drink
You can find some bars in the pedestrian plaza.
If you like to go to clubs, you have to go to Salzburg (city)|Salzburg or Munich.
Sleep
- Luitpoldstraße 2 · D-83435 · Bad Reichenhall Tel: 08651 / 3086 Email: fuerstenbad@t-online.de
- Luitpoldstr. 19 · D-83435 · Bad Reichenhall Tel: 08651 / 97600 · Fax: 08651 / 976037 Email: alpenrose-geyer@t-online.de
Hotel Residenz Bavaria Am Münster 3 · D-83435 · Bad Reichenhall Tel: 08651 / 7760 · Fax: 08651 / 65786 Email: info@hotel-bavaria.de
It´s also possible to spend your vacation on a farm
Get out
Munich
Salzburg (city)|Salzburg
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