5 quirky courses – from a beer diploma to a Weißwurst (traditional white Bavarian sausage) seminar

There's always something new to know – for example, that learning can be really fun.

There's always something new to know – for example, that learning can be really fun. Every true Bavarian (or everyone that wants to pass as one) should have visited these five courses –

For the thirsty: Would you like to know exactly why your favourite beer tastes so good? Then a beer...

For those with a sweet tooth: instead of hearty Bavarian fare, this macaron course is all about...

For traditionalists: master butcher and chef Norbert Wittmann founded the Weißwurst-Akademie...

For heavy hitters: dive into the world of blacksmithing at the Mühlgassn-Schmiede forge in Kissing...

Excavate for yourself: In Ebing near Bamberg, young and old hobby builders can fulfil their dream:...

And downhill! Whether it's the magic of the slopes or summer tobogganing - Oberstaufen is a sporty place at any time of the year. We go together to...

All-round pampering programme on 7,000 square metres: Visitors can unwind at the KissSalis thermal...

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

Our insider's tip for railway travellers will lead you through a picturesque landscape. Find out...

A ride on the Zugspitze railway is an experience! It is one of only four cogwheel railways in...

Even if you can't sing, the maestro will promise to teach you to "yodel from the heart" in his...

The little Upper Bavarian community of Eichenau was famous in Europe for its excellent mint for a...

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For hikers big and small – the whole family will be in their element at these destinations for those travelling with children in Bavaria.

The Untreusee in Hof in Upper Franconia offers action-packed experiences for the whole family or...