Fire engulfs Hitler’s former Eagle’s Nest retreat in Germany

A fire broke out at the former mountain retreat of Adolf Hitler, known as the Eagle's Nest, near Berchtesgaden in Bavaria, southern Germany on Friday evening. The blaze rapidly spread, engulfing the structure completely by Saturday morning. Police quickly responded to the incident, detaining a suspect who may have psychiatric issues.

The fire chief reported that no injuries were reported and that the fire was being brought under control in the afternoon. The rescue operation involved around 200 firefighters who had to navigate difficult terrain due to heavy rain, snowstorm, and strong winds. Police saw a rider on a red motorcycle with no license plate and detained him.

The building, constructed between 1937 and 1938, is a significant historical site tied to the Nazi regime and has since served as a museum and restaurant. Bavarian interior minister Joachim Herrmann stated that the site would not be left in ruins and that its historical significance would be preserved.