Dokumentationszentrum Obersalzberg, History museum in Berchtesgaden, Germany
The Dokumentation Obersalzberg center spans 1,000 square meters of exhibition space, featuring 350 artifacts that detail the Nazi regime's activities in this mountain region.
The facility opened in 1999 on the former site of Hitler's mountain residence, which served as a secondary governmental headquarters between 1933 and 1945.
The permanent exhibition includes educational programs, multimedia installations, and guided tours that examine the mechanisms of Nazi power and their impact on society.
Admission costs 3 euros for adults, with free entry for visitors under 18, and the center operates daily from April to October between 9:00 and 17:00.
The museum incorporates an extensive World War II bunker system within its exhibition space, allowing visitors to explore the original underground military infrastructure.
Location: Berchtesgaden
Inception: 1999
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Opening Hours: April-October Monday-Sunday 09:00-17:00; November-March Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-15:00
Website: https://obersalzberg.de
GPS coordinates: 47.63166,13.04027
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:02
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