Steeped in tradition – discover arts and crafts in Bavaria

Whether you're looking for an unusual souvenir or are wanting to let your creative juices flow and design something yourself – these four places are renowned for their arts and crafts tradition – and can be reached conveniently by rail.

The work of Oberammergau wood carvers was admired as far back as the 16th century. Today, you can...

The little town situated on the Upper Main river is the wicker capital of Germany. If you would...

The Bavarian Forest is a region known for glass blowing, and Passau was the centre of this trade...

In the town on the southern edge of the Thuringian Forest, children's eyes sparkle: there is much...

Drink a glass of wine on the Old Main Bridge, admire your reflection in the palace's imperial hall...

A view far and wide over the Franconian wine country – enjoy it at the “terroir f” lookout...

The edge of the Alps was solidly under Roman control. The Villa Rustica was discovered in the...

Bamberg smoked beer ("Rauchbier") is made using smoked malt, which gives it its characteristic...

Pyjama party in a huge tent: The Tent is not your average camp site, but actually a large tent with...

Explore the longest castle in the world in Burghausen, the historic Tittmoning Castle and the...

Cows, pigs, goats – boooooooring. There are a lot of exotic animals to discover in Bavaria. We...

You feel like you've been transported into a tale by the Brothers Grimm: On the edge of the...

Art-historical buildings for that special flair: In this episode of Hin & Hören, the DB Regio Bayern podcast, you will experience the Middle Ages of...