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.

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...

Discover Fürth's green oases by train. This tour takes you through idyllic parks and unspoilt...

You won’t have to search for long if you arrive in Bayreuth hungry – sushi restaurant Lamondi...

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

With us, you're on top of the world – flying, gliding and balloon rides through Bavaria. Find out here where you can do this.

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...

In the Rennsteig region from Steinbach am Wald, there is a route to suit everyone: the routes are...

The New Castle in Ingolstadt, also known as the New Fortress, is not only an impressive Gothic...

Idea for a day trip with a change of scenery: the Dillberg. Enjoy the view of the Nuremberg region...

Much more than the Wagner Festival: Bayreuth in Upper Franconia. In this episode of our podcast "Hin & Hören" we take you to the diverse city on the...

See Regensburg's most impressive sights as part of a tour that is as memorable as it is varied.