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
Fairytale hike with a view of the castle! Explore the forest gnome trail, treat yourself to... Fancy a relaxing hike through rolling hills and small villages? Discover museums, historic churches... Seven breweries, rustic beer cellars and picturesque villages - this hike through Franconian... Cycle along the Isar, discover historic towns, refresh yourself at the Kneipp facility and visit... From Karlstadt through the Franconian wine country: discover the bird trail, the terroir f "Wine... Discover Bamberg on a varied city walk through the historic Gardeners’ Town, Island Town and... Combine culture and nature on a hike in the Spessart. Along the European Cultural Trail, you can... Discover the Regionalpark Quellenreich in the Upper Palatinate by bike. The circular tour leads... What makes Passau so special? The old town centre is situated on a promontory at the confluence of... Discover imposing castles and palaces in the idyllic Sinn river valley. This hike in the north-east...