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...

Travel by rail (almost) to the peak – the Bavarian mountains attract both hiking experts and casual mountaineers.

The most beautiful UNESCO heritage sites in the Free State. From Bamberg to Weißenburg: We introduce you to the most impressive Bavarian cultural...

Lakes, rivers and lidos in Bavaria: you can cool off at these locations

This extensive e-bike tour through the countryside offers you many a cultural and historical treat....

Take the train to a hiker's paradise: Hesselberg in Middle Franconia offers panoramic views...

Ice cream! Everyone needs a bit of refreshment in the summer time. These are (perhaps) the seven best ice cream parlours in Bavaria.

This natural spectacle is a real highlight in the Allgäu: the Buchenegg Waterfalls. In the new episode of "HIN & HÖREN", the Bavaria Podcast of DB...

Where Meister Eder lived and Pumuckl now smiles down from traffic lights: we take a stroll through Munich, the city where the cult series “Meister...

Here is the heart of Munich. Hearty Bavarian cuisine, cosy surroundings and generously filled beer...