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St. Bartholomä

A pilgrimage church with red onion domes on a green peninsula of the Königssee, backed by the 1,800 m Watzmann east face — reachable only by boat or on foot.

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Time needed
1 hour
Entry
Free (boat ticket needed)
Best time
Late morning
Area
Königssee

A red-domed chapel on the lake shore.

Where it is & how to get there

Address: St. Bartholomä, 83471 Schönau am Königssee

  • Boat: From Königssee pier, about 35 minutes.
  • On foot: Long mountain trails only.
  • Tickets: Return boat tickets at the pier.

The story of St. Bartholomä

The chapel was first built in the 12th century; its baroque look dates from the late 1600s. A former royal hunting lodge next door is now a restaurant.

A trail leads about an hour to the Ice Chapel, a snowfield at the foot of the Watzmann.

Best time to visit

Best season

May to October.

Best time of day

Late morning after the first boats.

Restaurant

Lakeside restaurant with smoked fish.

Tips before you go

  • Reached only by boat or on foot.
  • Walk the peninsula shore for the classic photo.
  • Do not climb onto the Ice Chapel snowfield.

Best hotels near St. Bartholomä

Well-known hotels within easy reach. Check prices and availability for your dates.

Kempinski Hotel Berchtesgaden

Luxury with Alpine views.

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Hotels in Schönau am Königssee

Near the lake.

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Hotels in Berchtesgaden

Town hotels.

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What's around St. Bartholomä

  • KönigsseeOn the lake.
  • Ice Chapel1 hour walk.
  • OberseeNext boat stop.

Questions travellers ask

Is the church free?

Yes.

Can I get there by car?

No, only by boat or on foot.

How long should I stay?

1–2 hours.

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