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...

Slow speed ahead! Take a ride in a Zeppelin balloon and you'll get more than just a sightseeing...

From 20 November to 23 December 2025, the Landshut Christmas market on the Ringelstecherwiese in...

For decades, the small Alpenblick Lido, with its café, pier and boat hire, has been a key...

Not just for travelling through – it's worth getting off and having a look around these four locations. These are the most beautiful stations in...

The name, “Café Zafran”, in Bamberg is slightly confusing as neither coffee nor cake is served...

These four thermal baths and saunas in Bavaria are worth a visit.

Learn with all your senses: whether it's art, science or technology that you and your family love, these five hands-on museums are perfect for you.

From the savannah enclosure to the tropical house to the domestic petting zoo - Augsburg Zoo offers...

Whether it's an exciting knight's playground, thrilling museums or a historic town - these destinations will transport you back in time in no time.

Discover the Regionalpark Quellenreich in the Upper Palatinate by bike. The circular tour leads...