Jenner Ski Resort

The Jennerbahn at Lake Königssee is starting the winter with a new focus. Instead of groomed and snow-covered ski slopes, the focus is now on mountain experiences in natural snow and gentle winter sports alternatives. Experience in recent years has shown that demand for alpine skiing has fallen sharply and that 70 percent of tickets have recently been sold to pedestrians.

Where ten blue and red pistes used to attract skiers to the idyllic Lake Königssee, freeriders and ski tourers now get their money's worth. The only marked ski route leads from the top station of the gondola lift to the Mitterkaseralm. However, the terrain is not groomed and is therefore only recommended for experienced skiers.

Toboggan run, snowshoe trails and winter hiking trails

Instead of the previous six lifts, only the two gondola sections of the Jennerbahn and the Mitterkaser chairlift are now in operation. The latter is also home to the new family highlight: the “Jennerhex” natural toboggan run with a length of 1.4 kilometers. The chairlift takes you back up to the starting point at the Jennerbahn mountain station. The chairlift can be used as often as you like as part of the day ticket.

Other highlights for day-trippers are the snowshoe trails for beginners (start at the middle station) and advanced skiers (start at the mountain station) as well as two groomed winter hiking trails (starts at the valley station and middle station). You also have a great view of the Berchtesgaden Alps on the panoramic trail around the mountain station.

Two modern restaurants with panoramic views

You can stop off at the two ultra-modern restaurants Jenneralm (mountain station) and Halbzeit (middle station). They were both reopened at the start of winter 2019 together with the Jenner gondola lift. At the time, the mountain and its facilities were completely renovated at a cost of 57 million euros . Five years later, it has now been developed into an adventure mountain without regular ski operations.

Exclusive base for the next generation

Despite the closure of the classic ski area, the Jenner remains a base for the German Ski Association. The Krautkaser slope in the immediate vicinity of the CJD Christopherus schools will continue to be groomed for this purpose. Young skiers can train there exclusively and school and European Cup races will also continue to take place here.

There are two options for guests to choose from when looking for a place to take a break and find something to eat. The Jenneralm, Restaurant at the mountain station Jennerbahn, definitely has the best view. At an altitude of 1,800 meters (5,900 feet), up to 350 skiers and snowboarders can enjoy the panoramic view on the sun terrace.

The second restaurant added only recently is theHalbzeit at the mid station Jennerbahn at an altitude of 1,200 meters (3,900 feet). Beside its inside area, the Halbzeit also has a terrace on which guests can relax on deck- and beach chairs.

By car:
From Munich, follow the A8 and take the exit Traunstein/Siegsdorf. Keep going on the Deutsche Alpenstraße (German Alpine Road) towards Berchtesgaden. Alternatively, take the exit at Bad Reichenhall and drive towards Berchtesgaden. Now, simply follow the signs leading to Königssee. There are enough parking spaces available.

By public transport:
You can take the train to Berchtesgaden main station. From here, the RVO line #841 or #843 will take you directly to the Jennerbahn's valley station.