Steeped in tradition – discover arts and crafts in Bavaria

Whether you're looking for an unusual souvenir or are wanting to let your creative juices flow and design something yourself – these four places are renowned for their arts and crafts tradition – and can be reached conveniently by rail.

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Whether you're looking for an unusual souvenir or are wanting to let your creative juices flow and design something yourself – these four places are renowned for their arts and crafts tradition – and can be reached conveniently by rail.

The work of Oberammergau wood carvers was admired as far back as the 16th century. Today, you can...
The little town situated on the Upper Main river is the wicker capital of Germany. If you would...
The Bavarian Forest is a region known for glass blowing, and Passau was the centre of this trade...
In the town on the southern edge of the Thuringian Forest, children's eyes sparkle: there is much...
Hand-made will make you happy. These destinations are great for people who love making things themselves. "What you wish to kindle in others must burn within yourself." This is the motto of the meditation... The region of Helmbrecht in the Franconian Forest is a particular favourite with experienced... A variety of hops and malt – our tips for a beer tour through Upper Franconia with five stops. From Marktredwitz via castle ruins and through idyllic valleys to the Wunsiedel Birds of Prey Park.... At the Obermain Therme in Bad Staffelstein, Bavaria's strongest thermal brine provides cosy warmth... With the DB Regio Bayern Audio Guides, you have the opportunity to explore excursion destinations throughout Bavaria together with celebrities such... Back in 1150, this castle was home to the Count of Loon and Rieneck. But these days, you'll mainly... Insider tip for art enthusiasts: With the Villa Stuck, Franz von Stuck created a successful... There is one thing you cannot miss on your sausage discovery tour, and that is the Weißwurst...