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:...

These destinations in Bavaria will delight both children and adults.

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.

Training strength and dexterity for free in Munich? No problem on the fitness trails which are...

Lake Constance idyll whatever the weather. At the Aquamarin outdoor pool in Wasserburg on Lake...

You can see about 500 birds from all over the world in aviaries, pavilions, pond areas and outdoor...

The route leads through romantic forest sections for almost 8 kilometres up to 1,542 metres, where...

There's nowhere quite like Ingolstadt, where culture and history stretching back over 1,000 years...

Between the Alps and the limes (the limits of the Roman Empire) – the history of Ancient Rome comes to life in these corners of Bavaria.

7 beautiful ideas for a day trip in Bavaria

With us, you're on top of the world – flying, gliding and balloon rides through Bavaria. Find out here where you can do this.