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.

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...

"Schuhplattler" folk dancing in Munich

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

"Sennerei Lehern": Alpine dairy farm

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

Costume Museum in Holzhausen

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

Hand-made will make you happy. These destinations are great for people who love making things themselves.

Creepy in Ingolstadt: Did you know that a world-famous monster has its origins in Upper Bavaria? In the new episode of our podcast "Hin & Hören" we...

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...

Steeped in tradition – Experience Bavarian arts and crafts with our four trip tips. You will always find the perfect souvenir here.

Craving adventure and adrenaline? You'll be in your element at these destinations, even in the winter.

What makes Passau so special? The old town centre is situated on a promontory at the confluence of...

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

Ice skating, ice bathing or a winter walk: even in winter, more than 400 are waiting to be discovered by you in Bavaria.