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....

All-round pampering programme on 7,000 square metres: Visitors can unwind at the KissSalis thermal...

The most beautiful hiking trails in Upper Bavaria: after arriving by train, it’s straight into the nature adventure.

Sustainable shopping in Munich goes for every taste & budget. Discover your options now at DB Regio Bayern.

Next stop: chocolate paradise! Our excursion to the village of Bernried in the Bavarian Five Lakes...

A variety of hops and malt – our tips for a beer tour through Upper Franconia with five stops.

It's a rare occasion when you won't see queues outside of Stenz ice cream parlour in Regensburg old...

The "Kugler Alm" beer garden has always been a popular trip destination for ramblers and cyclists.

A couple of skis, shoes and sticks. That's all you need for cross-country skiing. These are the most beautiful cross-country routes in Bavaria.

Up to the most northerly lookout point in Bavaria: the Thüringer Warte tower near Ludwigsstadt is...

Mini-holiday in Bamberg: the town in northern Bavaria has a host of sights for you to enjoy.