There is so much darkness around the Nazis and the Third Reich, that Hitler’s Eagles Nest resort ranked very high on our must-do list.
Neither of us are history buffs, but since Colette’s dad was stationed here in Germany at the end of World War II, all of the big pushpins regarding the Nazi occupation have bubbled up on our list.
Due to COVID, the bus that runs up to the bottom of the Eagle’s Nest isn’t running, and the elevator that takes you from the tunnel to the top also isn’t running.
This means hoofing it – 7.5 miles and 3,885 feet of elevation. Nothing for young, fit outdoorsy people!
The big plus – having the mountain to ourselves. This would be impossible if the tourist hordes had the usual easy access, but instead, we can enjoy the solitude and reflect on the past in our own heads.

A Splash of Red

Colette makes her way up the trail low in the hills below the Eagle’s Nest

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Through the Tunnel

The tunnel leading to the elevator inside the Eagle’s Nest

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Above The Clouds

We were treated not only to an iconic landmark to ourselves, but also an unrivaled view over the Alps.

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The Eagle’s Nest

It seems very fitting that these ominous clouds rolled through over a landmark obscured by so much dark history.

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Stark Corners

There is nothing sleek or modern about the utilitarian lines of the Eagle’s Nest.

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In the Midst

In the midst of the gloom and doom surrounding the Eagle’s Nest, these beautiful little flowers bloom brightly.

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Hitler’s Eagles Nest Visual

A Google Earth visual of the hike up to Hitler’s Eagle’s Nest

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