Königsee with its world famous echo; the only alpine National Park in Germany with a huge diversity of natural species; and Bad Reichenhall, the Dubai of medieval times with its history of salt mining dating back 4000 years. This is the Berchtesgadener Land over which towers the majestic 2713 meter high Watzmann rock face, combining nature and culture in a unique way and offering all round attractions in both summer and winter.