Golden Eagle

Depending on the season different behaviors of the largest alpine raptor can be seen in the mountains of Berchtesgaden.

Observations range from the spectacular courtship flights in late winter through nest building and breeding in spring to the rearing of the chick and its first flights with the parents in late summer and autumn.

During the hike you will get an insight into the life of Golden Eagles in the Alps, their hunting strategies and prey, as well as the prevented extinction, today's protective actions and population trends.