DIY courses in Bavaria

Do It Yourself! Creative and anything but conventional: take a look at hands-on activities all around Bavaria

Calling all DIY fans: these destinations let you get as inventive as you want.

Holzschnitzerei mit Holzspänen und Werkzeug daneben

Be it handicrafts or baking, DIY is always in style for people who want to see what they can do. We want to help you find an activity that suits you, so have a look at our list of options around Bavaria and see what catches your eye. Why not have a go at smithying, designing your own expensive sweets, learning the secrets of making classic French desserts, or whittling away at a block of wood to see what you find inside? We have selected our tips to make sure there are no constraints on your imagination and freedom, and you can be sure that they deliver tons of fun and variety. If you're interested in something, we recommend registering quickly: the groups are small and can only accept a limited number of participants.

Holzschnitzerei mit Holzspänen und Werkzeug daneben

Wood carving course in Oberammergau

The work of Oberammergau wood carvers was admired as far back as the 16th century. Today, you can take a wood carving course there.
Bild eines Schmieders, der mit einem Hammer schlägt und dabei Funken erzeugt

Blacksmithing course in Kissing

For heavy hitters: dive into the world of blacksmithing at the Mühlgassn-Schmiede forge in Kissing and learn about this traditional craft from the professionals.
Blick von oben auf unterschiedliche Pralinen

Sheer bliss at the Ludwigsstadt chocolatier

Learn from the best! At Confiserie Lauenstein you can look over chocolatiers’ shoulders, as they work at making pralines, and can also have a go yourself.
Drei bunte, aufeinandergestapelte Macarons mit einem Macaron daneben

Macaron course in Unterschleißheim

For those with a sweet tooth: instead of hearty Bavarian fare, this macaron course is all about elegant French cuisine.
Zwei braune Kühe auf einer Wiese

The Franconian Open Air Museum Bad Windsheim

A trip to the Franconian Open Air Museum is like a journey back in time. 700 years of Franconian everyday history come alive again here.
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