Bavaria is the southern German region with a culture all of its own. In fact, many of Bavaria’s traditions and much of its cuisine are often conflated with Germany as a whole; beer halls, bratwurst, and that typical Bavarian architecture that makes everything feel as though it’s from a fairytale. And in some ways –… Continue Reading
Where to stay in Munich: Best Neighborhoods & Hotels
The capital of Bavaria, Munich, is Germany’s third biggest city and is known worldwide for its famous celebration of Bavarian culture – the annual Oktoberfest. Set alongside the banks of the Isar river, Munich is filled with a wealth of interesting historic sites, cultural attractions and beautiful architecture which attract visitors from all over the… Continue Reading
8 Most Beautiful Castles Near Munich
As the capital city of Bavaria, Munich is unquestionably one of the most exciting and popular tourism destinations in Germany. It boasts boisterous beer halls, authentic Bavarian cuisine, countless museums and historic cathedrals. Munich is also home to some impressive castle palaces, notably the Baroque Schloss Nymphenburg and the 14th century Residenz. Whether you’re interested… Continue Reading
Sample Itinerary Idea for Munich to Vienna
To explore the Alps and see the best of Germany and Austria in one unforgettable adventure, this article provides an itinerary that winds from Munich all the way to Vienna. Although it is less than 450 km (280 miles) from Munich to Vienna, the two cities provide very different architecture, cuisine, culture and history. Along… Continue Reading
10 Best Munich Hotel Deals
20 Top Tourist Attractions in Munich
Munich is a glorious city that shrugs off the coldness and sternness of buildings that are so prevalent elsewhere in Germany. Sure, it has a few of these buildings, but in the old city visitors will find attractive historic buildings and monuments. Munich has a good public transportation system (bus and subway) that makes it… Continue Reading
10 Top Destinations in Southern Germany
Southern Germany is not only the country’s most economically strong region; it is also the home of some of its most picturesque attractions. It is a location where you can see the black forest, the Alps, and the many rivers like the Danube, Rhine and Rhone. Throughout the region, fairy tale castles adorn riverbanks, wineries… Continue Reading
10 Best Day Trips from Munich
Munich, the capital of Bavaria, was founded by a group of Benedictine monks who settled in the rich farming area that was close to Catholic Italy. In 1175 Munich formally became a city. It was eventually destroyed by allied bombing during World War II. After the war, the Bayern set to work and rebuilt this… Continue Reading