The Bavarian Alps Travel Guide
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Fodor's See It Germany, 4th Edition
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Fir-clad mountains, rocky peaks, lederhosen, and geranium-covered houses: the Bavarian Alps come closest to what many of us envision as "Germany." Quaint towns full of frescoed half-timber houses covered in snow pop up among the mountain peaks and shimmering hidden lakes, as do the creations of "Mad" King Ludwig II. The entire area has sporting opportunities galore, regardless of the season.
The Bavarian Alps Hotels
With few exceptions, a hotel or Gasthof in the Bavarian Alps and lower Alpine regions has high standards and is traditional in style, with balconies, pine...read more
The Bavarian Alps Restaurants
Restaurants in Bavaria run the gamut from the casual and gemütlich (cozy) Gasthof to formal gourmet offerings. More-upscale establishments try to maintain...read more
Things To Do in The Bavarian Alps
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in The Bavarian Alps
- Munich Savings! Book at Rocco Forte The Charles Fr $745+/Nt Expedia
- Carmen in Aug: $107 & Up Save with Expedia, $12/night less
- Save at 4-Star Hotel: 4 Nts + Air to Munich Fr $1313 Expedia
- Discover Munich & More: 8 Nts Aboard Avalon Waterways Fr $2,669 Expedia
- Save 5% off: Maritim Munchen in Aug — $122 Save with Expedia, $6/night less
The Bavarian Alps Experiences
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Herrenchiemsee: Take the old steam-driven ferry to the island in Chiemsee to visit the last and most glorious castle of Mad King Ludwig.... Read more
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Bursting up from the lowlands of southern Germany like a row of enormous, craggy teeth, the Bavarian Alps form both an awe-inspiring border with... Read more
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The center of every town in Bavaria is the Maibaum or Maypole. The blue-and-white striped pole is decorated with the symbol of every trade and... Read more
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Edelweiss (Leontopodium alpinum) is the flower most commonly associated with the Alps, thanks to that memorable song from The Sound of Music... Read more
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Trip Ideas
From backpackers to businessmen, luxury seekers to religious pilgrims, all kinds of travelers are draw... Read more
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Trip Ideas
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