Experience tradition in Bavaria

The real Bavaria is more than simply dancing on the tables at Oktoberfest and men in lederhosen. Real Bavarians therefore shouldn't miss out on the chance to experience these six traditions.

Personen in Lederhosen bei Schuhplattln

The real Bavaria is more than simply dancing on the tables at Oktoberfest and men in lederhosen. Crafts, music, local dress – centuries-old traditions are upheld in Bavaria. If you're interested, you shouldn't miss out on the chance to experience these six traditions:

Yodelling workshop on an Alpine pasture

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

Yodelling workshop on an Alpine pasture

"Schuhplattler" folk dancing in Munich

If you're already equipped with Lederhosen and strong calves, then you're ready for a...

"Schuhplattler" folk dancing in Munich

"Sennerei Lehern": Alpine dairy farm

Take a trip to the "Sennerei Lehern" showroom and watch cheese-making experts at work as they...

"Sennerei Lehern": Alpine dairy farm

Costume Museum in Holzhausen

Visit the Costume Museum in Holzhausen and find out what a real Bavarian costume ("Tracht") looks...

Costume Museum in Holzhausen
Would you like to go on an impressive hike through the vineyards of Franconia? Then make your way... Off to the Franconian Lake District by train! This hike combines nature enjoyment, birdwatching and... What makes Passau so special? The old town centre is situated on a promontory at the confluence of... Get on your bike and off you go to beer, baroque and Levi Strauss. Baroque splendour, a feast for... A hike with cultural enjoyment - a sculpture park and colourful half-timbered houses await you on... Fancy a relaxing hike through rolling hills and small villages? Discover museums, historic churches... The most beautiful viewpoints around Lake Constance are waiting for you! This circular walk starts... This cycle tour along the Isar combines nature, culture and fitness. Discover the Flaucher,... From Marktredwitz via castle ruins and through idyllic valleys to the Wunsiedel Birds of Prey Park....