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.

Ein rotes, rundes Glas beim Glasblasen

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.

Wood carving course in Oberammergau

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

Wood carving course in Oberammergau

Learn to weave at the Lichtenfels Korbmarkt (basket market)

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

Learn to weave at the Lichtenfels Korbmarkt (basket market)

Visit the Glasmuseum Passau glass museum

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

Visit the Glasmuseum Passau glass museum

Sonneberg Toy Museum

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

Sonneberg Toy Museum
Experience unspoilt nature, gentle hills and fantastic views on this circular hike. The Pfalzbach... Exceptional museum hopping on the Main! This walk through the city is perfect for culture lovers.... What makes Passau so special? The old town centre is situated on a promontory at the confluence of... On this cycle tour around Bad Staffelstein, you will discover baroque architecture in Banz Abbey,... Off to the Franconian Lake District by train! This hike combines nature enjoyment, birdwatching and... From Karlstadt through the Franconian wine country: discover the bird trail, the terroir f "Wine... Combine culture and nature on a hike in the Spessart. Along the European Cultural Trail, you can... From Karlstadt to the ruins of Karlsburg Castle and on to the Rammersberg nature reserve - discover... From Marktbreit to Obernbreit: This hike combines history, culture and nature. Discover Renaissance... Cycle along the Isar, discover historic towns, refresh yourself at the Kneipp facility and visit...