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.

Ein rotes, rundes Glas beim Glasblasen

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.

Wood carving course in Oberammergau

The work of Oberammergau wood carvers was admired as far back as the 16th century. Today, you can...

Wood carving course in Oberammergau

Learn to weave at the Lichtenfels Korbmarkt (basket market)

The little town situated on the Upper Main river is the wicker capital of Germany. If you would...

Learn to weave at the Lichtenfels Korbmarkt (basket market)

Visit the Glasmuseum Passau glass museum

The Bavarian Forest is a region known for glass blowing, and Passau was the centre of this trade...

Visit the Glasmuseum Passau glass museum

Sonneberg Toy Museum

In the town on the southern edge of the Thuringian Forest, children's eyes sparkle: there is much...

Sonneberg Toy Museum
If you like romance, this is the place for you. On this walk in the town of towers, you can expect... Discover the Aisch valley by bike: castles, rock cellars and the art of brewing await you. Enjoy... Are you interested in history and culture? Then this hike is perfect! Discover colourful... Off to the Franconian Lake District by train! This hike combines nature enjoyment, birdwatching and... Cycle from Nuremberg via Fürth to Erlangen - always along the water! On this relaxed tour through... The most beautiful viewpoints on Lake Constance are waiting for you! This circular trail leads from... The perfect pleasure tour in the land of wine! Roam the riverside landscapes along the Main between... Cycle from Passau to Vilshofen on the Danube cycle path. Enjoy idyllic river landscapes, discover... From Marktbreit to Obernbreit: This hike combines history, culture and nature. Discover Renaissance... A leaning tower, the supposed grave of Dracula and a full picnic basket await you on this magical...