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Bavaria!
Sandra Müller wickelt Garn in einem Muster um den Holzrohling

Visit Bavaria!

Be it the Bavarian Forest, the Fichtel mountains and the Alps, Lake Chiemsee, Lake Constance or the Danube. Be it castles like Neuschwanstein and Linderhof or cool urban flair. Be it Munich or Nuremberg, Bamberg or Amberg. Oktoberfest and Bavarian folk music. Silvaner wine and wheat beer. Pretzel and Weißwurst sausages. Bavaria is more.

Bavaria is an attitude to life. Relaxed and cosmopolitan. Rooted in its homeland and innovatively free-spirited. We Bavarians love our traditions and therefore like to turn them upside down from time to time.

This website provides plenty of ideas and tips for your holiday in Bavaria.

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Your Trip to Bavaria

Burghausen an der Salzach

Bavarian Towns, Cities and History

We take you on a journey of discovery through the big cities like Munich, Nuremberg or Regensburg. But we also prove how exciting and inspiring the smaller, lesser-known towns can be.

Die Einundzwanzig Kilometer lange Reintalroute beginnt im Grünen

Nature, Outdoors & Activities

Discover Bavaria's beautiful and diverse landscape for outdoor adventures, fun days out and family activities such as hiking, cycling, climbing or water sports.

Eine der fünf Ausstellungen beschäftigt sich mit dem

Top Sights & Attractions

In our nearly 100 so called Listicles we present Bavaria's top tips, sights, activities, events... just all the top things to do and see.

Inspiration and Tips for Your Visit in Bavaria

Our reporters are out and about for you on foot, by bike, in a canoe, by train and on skis, collecting the best stories and travel inspirations from all regions of Bavaria. Click here for over 120 reports and 90 listicles

 

Bayern-Botschafter Thomas Neumann vor Murals im Schlachthofviertel beim

Street Art in Bavaria

Street art makes grey concrete blossom! Subways and building façades in Bavaria are pimped up legally, often on public commission. 18 must-sees!

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Blick auf den Stadtturm und die Dreifaltigkeissäule in Straubing

Straubing at its finest

Straubing is considered the heart of Old Bavaria. The city has much more to offer than just a beautiful façade. Come with us on our tour

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Cafe Been&Green am Gumbertusplatz in Ansbach

Small-town Charm

With actor and cabaret artist Thorsten Siebenhaar on an exploration tour through his Ansbach, on the trail of a deeply relaxed attitude to life

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Rothenfels am Main, die kleinste Stadt Bayerns

Rothenfels on the Main River

Rothenfels am Main: What does the smallest town in Bavaria look like? Our reporter took a look around, and not just on a guided tour with the mayor

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Die Reichsstraße in Donauwörth gilt als einer der schönsten Straßenzüge Süddeutschlands

Take it easy!

The town of Donauwörth is very chilled out and without any hustle and bustle. A day between colorful facades, dolls, sweets and beer

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Das Modehaus Garhammer direkt neben der Stadtpfarrkirche von Waldkirchen

Right in the thicket of it

Waldkirchen lies deep in the Bavarian Forest and turned out to be a real surprise during our visit, culturally, scenically and historically

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Jupitergigantensäule nahe ihres original Fundorts an der Römerstraße / Kapellengasse in Obernburg

Pompeii on the Main River

In Obernburg am Main, a town stands on top of its predecessor. Two layers of cities on top of each other. This is unique in its form. Let's visit

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UNESCO Welterbe: Bad Kissingen

10 UNESCO World Heritage Sites

This listicle introduces you to all ten UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Bavaria, i.e. monuments, architectural ensembles and cities

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Schuhplatteln Tanz

We're queer!

The Schwuhplattler are the world's first and only gay association that is completely dedicated to the Bavarian folk dance "Schuhplattler"

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Studio für visuelle Effekte in der

The world of film and TV

The Bavaria Film Studios near Munich are among the largest and most renowned film and television studios in Europe

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Mit dem Sessellift im Familienskigebiet bequem auf den Gipfel

Family Ski Fun

Insider tip for families, with double chairlift, four T-bar lifts, four conveyor belts, pistes around 5 km long, junior ski circus and toboggan run

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Mehrbettzimmer in der

Pack your swimming costume!

Comfortable and child-friendly: the Lindau family youth hostel is located between Lake Constance, mountain peaks and vineyards

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Bergführer Andreas Tauser bei der Abfahrt vom Gipfel des Kleinen Seekopf im Allgäu

Nebelhorn: Peak Pleasures

Winter paradise on the Nebelhorn: off-piste in fresh snow and a night in the "Igloo Lodge" at 2,000 metres. You can't experience more winter in 24h

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Die Buchenegger Wasserfälle südlich von Oberstaufen

Bavarias 16 most beautiful waterfalls

When water runs riot in the vertical: 16 roaringly beautiful tips. From the highest waterfall in Germany to the romantic Mini in Franconia

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Die Preysingstraße aus der Vogelperspektive

Lovely Neighbourhoods

Munich often feels surprisingly little like a metropolis. On the road to cuisine and art, through Little Paris and an inspiring district

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Middle Finger Fighters

Finger wrestling is a traditional Bavarian 'sport'. Our reporter visited the German Fingerhakel Championships in Mittenwald

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 hinten Angerbräu und Alpenkette

As beautiful as any oil painting

The region’s “Moos", Staffelsee and the mountains inspired the artists of the „Blauer Reiter“ e.g Gabriele Münter, Franz Marc und Wassily Kandinsky

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Wandertour im Allgäu mit Daniel Bensmann

Under the skin

A mountain tour with the Allgäu skin painter, tattooist and hunter Daniel Bensmann up to Hirschberg and Spieser near Bad Hindelang

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Sternekoch Felix Schneider im Sonnenblumenfeld bei Nürnberg

Radically sustainable

Felix Schneider's "Etz" in Nuremberg holds two Michelin stars. He relies on sustainably-sourced products and believes in "culinary mindfulness"

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Die Drachenkante meistert Kilian ohne Probleme

Rock Hopping in Franconia

Franconian Switzerland is a paradise for active families. Astrid Därr and her son have tested some of the best family climbing spots

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Experience Bavaria With Our Insiders!

Our Bavaria insiders deal creatively, innovatively and against the grain with crafts, culture, tradition, and enjoyment in a Bavarian way. They produce pottery, distil spirits, make wine, brew beer, devote themselves to street art and Lüftl painting.

They protect nature and the alpine pastures, look after the health of our guests, blacksmith cowbells, design fashionable traditional costumes or tattoo Lederhosen. Get to know our insiders and their life in Bavaria here in their profiles

Ursula Sedlmayr: Die Fleischermeisterin leitet die 1929 gegründete Familienmetzgerei

Master butcher Ursula Sedlmayr

Master butcher Ursula Sedlmayr has proved all her doubters wrong. She was determined to take over the family butcher’s business in Garmisch-Partenkir

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Um wilde Tiere zu vertreiben wurden den Kühen Glocken umgehängt und die Hirten schnalzen mit Geißeln

Ring those bells!

Hanse Wenzl lives in the Bavarian Forest. When he celebrates "Wolfauslassen", it's infernal with XXL bells and whip crackers

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Fischen früh am Morgen auf dem Chiemsee

Fishery Tradition

Tassilo and Florian Lex continue their family's fishing with passion. We accompanied the fishermen for a day at Lake Chiemsee

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Bead embroiderer Claudia Flügel-Eber from Carakess

Small beads, great art

Traditional, hand-knitted “Perlbeutel” or “beaded bags” are a near-forgotten traditional costume accessory. Claudia Flügel-Eber has brought them back

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Peter Haslach ist der Geschäftsführer der Sennereigenossenschaft Gunzesried

Alpine dairyman Peter Haslach

The dairy industry is as much part of the Allgäu as the sound of cow bells. Cheese has been produced with passion in Bavaria’s oldest dairy

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Arnd Erbel: Der Bäcker präsentiert stolz Brotlaibe frisch aus dem Ofen

Traditional baking by Arnd Erbel

In one of Germany’s oldest bakeries, Arnd Erbel produces bread, pretzels and Lebkuchen in the traditional way. With no additives or baker’s yeast

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Silvia Beyer: Bei Pfronten betreibt sie die erste vegetarische Berghütte in den Alpen

Mountain hut owner Silvia Beyer

Instead of Schnitzel and cold meats, the menu of the Hündeleskopfhütte offers vegan cheese spätzle and zucchini lasagne

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Der Snow White Gin will gut verkostet sein

The crew from "Snow White Gin"

Four young distillers from Lohr am Main use ingredients exclusively sourced from native woods for their award-winning “Snow White Gin”

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Schuhplatteln Tanz

We're queer!

The Schwuhplattler are the world's first and only gay association that is completely dedicated to the Bavarian folk dance "Schuhplattler"

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Andreas Hemmeter: Erfinder der tragbaren Rückenlehne MeiLeni mit Kind im Festzelt auf der Kirchweih in Weissenburg

A welcome support by Andreas Hemmeter

The portable backrest for beer benches designed by Andreas Hemmeter enhances the delights of sitting in a Biergarten or beer tent

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The Latest Lists: "Things to Do and See in Bavaria"

Hundreds of inspirational tips, ideas and rankings from all over Bavaria. Cultural monuments, monastery breweries, castles and palaces, hiking and cycling trails, river adventures, swimming in the wild, must-sees in over towns and cities, fun for kids, Kneipp holidays and truly crazy museums. Over 90 "Let's go" Listicles provide all this at a glance.

Die Deutsche Alpenstraße führt an der Sudelfeldstraße entlang

8 x Scenic driving routes

Cruise through Bavaria and get to know its culture! Themed routes let you discover local treasures. From porcelain and glass to churches and abbeys or

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Fürth: Michaelis Kirchweih

Nuremberg Region by Train & Bus

The range of trips around Nuremberg is huge. By bus or train to romantic towns, castles, lakes, gorges and museums. Here are 8 tips!

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Rodelbahn ab der Hündeleskopfhütte in Pfronten im Allgäu

14 x Tobogganing in Bavaria

Tobogganing in Bavaria brings variety to winter sports. It’s a lot of fun – whether sporty and ambitious or leisurely with the family.

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Vom Baumwipfelpfad im Steigerwald bieten sich wunderbare Ausblicke

10 x Nature Experiences in Franconia

Nature parks, lake district, black moor or rock labyrinth: you must see and experience these and six other nature highlights in Franconia

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10 x Cycling Pilgrimage in Franconia

Which churches, sights and natural sites are worth a stop? We reveal what you can look at on the Upper Franconia Cycle Pilgrimage Route

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Asiatischer Tempel im Nepal Himalaya Park bei Regensburg, Bayern

Regensburg Region with Train & Bus

Many attractive destinations attract visitors to Regensburg's surrounding area. By train, bus or boat to vineyards, castle ruins, Nepal temple, Romans

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Gravelbiken im Naturpark Haßberge

8 Gravel Bike- Tours for Beginners

Our gravel bike tours lead through stream and river valleys, pass lakes and sights. For the sporty, there is a lot of uphill and downhill riding

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Nürnberg: Das Heilig-Geist-Spital über der Pegnitz ist das perfekte Fotomotiv

10 Nuremberg Tips

Art, culture and history await you in the Franconian metropolis of Nuremberg. What to see: 10 insider tips and classics

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Zeitgenössische Kunst: Ausstellungsraum im Luftmuseum Amberg

12 x Unusual museums

Bavaria is famous for its many renowned museums. But there are also many small collections in the region ranging from original to bizarre. 12 quirky m

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Tretbootfahren auf dem Grubsee bei Krün

15 x Splish Splash

Board, kayak or swimming trunks? Bavaria's lakes and rivers invite you to sport and fun. Before or after the summit. Here are 15 tips

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OZULTS BUDDLASBAA

Bavarian for beginners

This wonderful term can be heard in Franconia. It means as much as "gnawed-off chicken leg". The chicken itself is called Giegerla.

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All Stories and Information on Bavaria in One Map

Find the best holiday and travel stories interactively. And the best hotel near your holiday destination? Interested in where our Bavaria-insiders have their workshops, shops and restaurants and guide you through nature? Want to find out what reports there are on the Bavarian regions and cities? Our Bavaria map shows it all.

Bavaria in 100 Seconds

A 100-second declaration of love to the beauty and uniqueness of Bavaria as a travel destination in the usual traditionally different way: Bavarian Comedian Harry G, who is known for his Bavarian grant, embarks on a criss-cross journey through Bavaria.

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