Despite its name, the festival actually begins in mid-September and ends during the first week of October. Oktoberfest is a steadfast tradition that has taken place since when a feast was held to celebrate the royal wedding of Prince Ludwig of Bavaria and Princess Therese of Saxony-Hildburghausen. The festival is famous for its huge beers in massive steins, but there is more to the Oktoberfest: link arms with locals, swing to the oompah of Bavarian bands, admire traditional costumes, enjoy hearty food, and get a good helping of German hospitality.
Need a warm-up? The concentration camp of Dachau , which is 18 miles northwest of Munich, was one of the first concentration camps in Nazi Germany and would serve as a model for all subsequent camps in the Third Reich. Dachau was one of the longest-running camps until it was liberated in April of by American troops who freed 32, survivors. Dachau visitors follow the "path of the prisoner," walking the same way prisoners were forced to after they were brought to the camp.
You will see the original prisoner baths, barracks, courtyards, and the crematorium, as well as an extensive exhibition. Located over seven hills, this Bavarian town is nicknamed the "Franconian Rome.
Its early medieval plan, winding narrow streets and half-timbered architecture is the holy grail of fairy-tale Germany. But the city is more than just a gorgeous still life. The University of Bamberg brings in more than 10, students, the nearby U.
The city is also well-known for its glorious beer tradition. Its many breweries and Biergartens are a continual source of entertainment, plus they offer a Bamberg specialty, Rauchbier smoked beer. Rothenburg ob der Tauber is a fortified town and is one of the most visited spots in Germany. This medieval town has over a millennium of history, but after the bubonic plague depleted Rothenburg of its money and power, the city has been frozen in time with its 17th-century look. After it was bombed during the second world war, 40 percent of the town's historic buildings were reconstructed and restored.
Perched on a mountain summit close to the town of Berchtesgaden, its construction in was an architectural phenomenon. The chalet is now a restaurant and beer garden, both offering stunning views of the Bavarian mountains. Actively scan device characteristics for identification. Use precise geolocation data. Select personalised content.
Create a personalised content profile. Measure ad performance. Select basic ads. Create a personalised ads profile. The area is known for its pristine countryside, clean air, wealth of culture and infamous laid-back Bavarian attitude.
Medieval castles, small towns, magnificent palaces, Baroque churches and Bavaria's urban hubs provide the backdrop for traditional events and opera festivals.
The traditional and the modern go hand in hand here. Holidaymakers in need of a relaxing break and sporty types hoping for plenty of activity are sure to appreciate the many crystal-clear rivers and lakes, the national parks and countless nature reserves, the forests and sun-soaked vineyard slopes, the wild and romantic low mountain landscapes and the majestic Alpine summits.
Not to mention the Zugspitze , the tallest peak in Germany. The best way to explore the sheer diversity of the countryside in the region is on the many popular tourist routes, such as the Romantic Road , the Castle Road and the German Alpine Road.
What are the hallmarks of Bavaria? Countless picturesque villages, Medieval royal seats and we mustn't forget Munich, the region's capital. Then there's magnificent palaces and Baroque-style churches, Medieval abbeys and imposing castles. There are more than , architectural monuments, over 1, museums and collections, 40 high-end theatres and opera venues across the whole of Bavaria. So there are plenty of locations for traditional events such as the Oktoberfest in Munich, the Landshut Wedding historical pageant, the Oberammergau Passion Plays and the Christmas market in Nuremberg.
But it takes more than just beautiful scenery and cultural diversity to keep attracting swathes of visitors to the region year after year. Typical clothing includes, for example, Dirndl and leather trousers in the Upper Bavarian Alpine Uplands.
There is also a large range of different Trachten in Franconia, including, for example, richly embroidered velvet skirts or the three-cornered Franconian hat. Most people do not wear this type of clothing in everyday life nowadays. Yet this regional clothing is still worn with pride on special occasions, public holidays or at weddings.
Traditions and customs are hugely important in Bavaria and are an inherent part of Bavarian culture. Customs differ depending on the region. A maypole is a high tree trunk often painted in the Bavarian colours of white and blue erected in the centre of a village or a town on 1st May and accompanied by a large celebration with music and dancing.
The cattle that have spent the summer in the Alps are brought back to the valley at this time. They are usually festively decorated to mark the occasion. Bavaria is also known as the land of lakes and mountains. The Bavarian Alps, Bavarian Forest and the Fichtel Mountains attract millions of skiers and hikers to the mountains every year.
People like to spend their leisure time in the middle of nature at one of the many lakes in the Alpine Uplands or the Franconian Lake District on hot summer days. Bavarian beer is popular around the world.
There are more than breweries in Bavaria that brew their beer according to the Bavarian purity law from The only ingredients allowed are hops, barley and water. Bavaria can boast some fantastic beer gardens. These outdoor gastronomic facilities are part of Bavarian culture.
In the summer, people enjoy taking the opportunity in their free time to sit outdoors every now and again in good company with friends and acquaintances to enjoy a little food and drink. Franconia is a very famous wine-growing region. The history of wine-growing in the region can be traced back to the 8th century. Small wine makers and family-run businesses primarily produce white wine but also increasingly red wine.
Bavaria is one of the most successful industrial locations in the world. World-renowned automobile and technology companies are based in Bavaria. Medium and small-sized mechanical engineering companies and biotechnology companies, as well as handicraft companies, employ lots of people. Many Bavarian high-tech companies — whether small, medium or large in size — are global leaders in their fields. The Bavarian economy is in excellent condition and the unemployment rates are correspondingly low.
Bavaria has a large number of historical sights such as Castle Neuschwanstein, Passau Cathedral and Walhalla near Regensburg. It can also boast numerous magnificent courtyard gardens, palace gardens and other interesting gardens. The Munich Oktoberfest is the largest public festival in the world.
Bavaria is a successful industrial location with many renowned automobile manufacturers and technology companies. In addition, there are numerous small and medium-sized companies. Customs and traditions are part of Bavarian culture. In many parts of Bavaria, a maypole festival is, for example, held on 1 May with food, drink, music and dancing. To navigation To content. Main content. You are currently here: Home page Information for migrants Welcome to Bavaria.
Bavaria: a federal state of Germany Around 82 million people live in Germany in 16 federal states. Bavaria is the largest of the 16 federal states in Germany. Every fifth person in Bavaria has a migrant background.
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