The 5 most beautiful lake cruises in Bavaria

Take a trip to the water by rail. You don't need a coastline to enjoy a day by the water.

When the sun comes out at the weekend, Bavarians travel out from the city to the region's rivers and lakes. And spend much of their time in traffic on their way there. You're much better off travelling by rail. Here are 5 tips for boat outings in areas ranging from Franconia to Upper Bavaria.

Travel in comfort by train to Lake Starnberg and enjoy a round trip on the water - against an...

Perhaps taking a trip on the lake on the MS Seehausen will make you want to take a dip?

The idyllic banks of the River Regnitz in the historic imperial and episcopal city of Bamberg are...

At Lake Constance in the border triangle, seafaring hearts beat faster: between Bregenz in Austria...

Discover the south of Middle Franconia from a new perspective - with the MS Brombachsee trimaran....

A true natural wonder in the middle of the Allgäu: the Breitachklamm gorge in Oberstdorf. Hike with us through the spectacular gorge and discover...

The 6.8-kilometre "Donausteig" route starts at St. Stephens Cathedral in Passau, and is the perfect...

This challenging cycle tour combines nature and history: from Rothenburg to Colmberg Castle, past...

Be warned: these excursion tips may not be to vegetarians' tastes. Because it's all about sausages...

Travel in comfort by train to Lake Starnberg and enjoy a round trip on the water - against an...

Anyone can hack their way along frozen waterfalls and abseil down icicles when they have the right...

If you want your city break to combine style and flavour, the barrel-filled cellar of Würzburg's...

The Großer Alpsee is the largest natural lake in the Oberallgäu and offers you a varied nature...

Ever wished that you could beam yourself into a video game? Well then, get yourself down to the...

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