Experience tradition in Bavaria

The real Bavaria is more than simply dancing on the tables at Oktoberfest and men in lederhosen. Real Bavarians therefore shouldn't miss out on the chance to experience these six traditions.

Personen in Lederhosen bei Schuhplattln

The real Bavaria is more than simply dancing on the tables at Oktoberfest and men in lederhosen. Crafts, music, local dress – centuries-old traditions are upheld in Bavaria. If you're interested, you shouldn't miss out on the chance to experience these six traditions:

Yodelling workshop on an Alpine pasture

Even if you can't sing, the maestro will promise to teach you to "yodel from the heart" in his...

Yodelling workshop on an Alpine pasture

"Schuhplattler" folk dancing in Munich

If you're already equipped with Lederhosen and strong calves, then you're ready for a...

"Schuhplattler" folk dancing in Munich

"Sennerei Lehern": Alpine dairy farm

Take a trip to the "Sennerei Lehern" showroom and watch cheese-making experts at work as they...

"Sennerei Lehern": Alpine dairy farm

Costume Museum in Holzhausen

Visit the Costume Museum in Holzhausen and find out what a real Bavarian costume ("Tracht") looks...

Costume Museum in Holzhausen
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