Top Reasons to Go

Top Reasons to Go

Great nature: Whether it be the crystalline Königsee lake, the grandiose Karwendel Mountains with endless views, the fresh air, Garmisch's powdery snow, the deep caves, or the magical forests, the Bavarian Alps seem to have everything the nature lover needs.

Herrenchiemsee: Take the old steam-driven ferry to the island in Chiemsee to visit the last and most glorious castle of Mad King Ludwig. This imitation of Versailles broke the bank, but it has been attracting tourists for over a century.

Rejuvenation in Reichenhall: The new Rupertus spa in Bad Reichenhall has the applications you need to turn back your body's clock, from saltwater baths to mysterious mudpacks.

Religious brewings: Enjoy the monkish life in Tegernsee, where the garden of the ancient monastery catches the first and last rays of the sun. In the hours between, the worthy institution serves its own full-bodied beer with an assortment of hearty dishes.

Meditating in Ettal Basilica: If it isn't the sheer complexity of the baroque ornamentation and the riot of frescoes, then it might be the fluid sound of the ancient organ that puts you in a deep, relaxing trance.