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...

It doesn't always have to be the grandest of theatres – we will show you the five best theatres in Bavaria.

Idea for a day trip with a change of scenery: the Dillberg. Enjoy the view of the Nuremberg region...

Ice cream café "Das Eis im Glück", located in the Johannis quarter of Nuremberg, was once a shop...

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

On a walk through the Kunstareal Munich, we follow in the footsteps of King Ludwig I and explore...

The New Castle in Ingolstadt, also known as the New Fortress, is not only an impressive Gothic...

From nature to action: DB Regio Bayern has put together the best day trips for you. Discover now by train!

When jogging and biking aren't enough any more – we will show you sport with a fun factor in Bavaria with our six tips.

Summit bliss for young and old: take the Alpspitzbahn cable car up to the 1,575 metre high...