Explore the German state of Bavaria with these travel posts on Reverberations.
With its location in the heart of Bavaria, Munich makes the perfect home base for exploring southern Germany and nearby Austria. You may be surprised by just how much there is so much to explore in day trips from Munich. Whether you’re looking for towns rich with history, adventures in the mountains, and beautiful nature, …
Every city has its own unique fingerprint or calling card: all the things that make it special. Maybe that’s a landmark building or a delectable pastry. Bamberg, Germany has so much to offer that its calling card is rather full. The town in Bavaria‘s northern Franconia region is considered one of the country’s most beautiful. …
Most major cities have an observation deck or tower that, for a price, offers visitors stunning views for miles over the city. In Toronto, there is the CN Tower and in NYC, there are several, including the flashy Summit One Vanderbilt. But where do you find the best views in Munich when it is a …
Bavaria in the autumn has stolen my heart. Yes, the weather can be chilly and rainy. Outdoor activities and dining options can be limited and there are fewer hours of daylight. But the crowds visiting Munich in the autumn are noticeably smaller if you visit after that famous beer festival (you know the one!). Mother …
The Munich Oktoberfest is known the world over for its large rowdy crowds and indulgent consumption of liter after liter after liter of beer. Less than an hour outside of Munich, the town of Aying is home to the Ayinger Brewery. The family-owned brewery may not be allowed to participate in Oktoberfest due to its …
Celebrating the Ayinger Bräu-Kirta Beer Festival near Munich Read More »
Nestled in Germany’s southern Swabian region, Augsburg is conveniently located between Munich and Stuttgart. These two nearby cities can cast a shadow that is hard to avoid. But the third largest city in Bavaria and also the federal state’s oldest, Augsburg just the right size for a day trip (or two) where you can get …
I will admit it: I was intimidated by the Munich Weisswurst. Despite regular trips to the southern German state of Bavaria, I had never eaten the traditional sausage. It just seemed like there were a lot of rules that one had to follow. There are certain ways to eat the sausage and certain times to …
Breakfast of Champions: Münchner Weisswurst (Munich White Sausages) Read More »
When it comes to outdoor activities, Bavarians are spoilt for choice. Anyone who has flown into Munich can attest that the German Alps are amazingly close. They’re right in their backyard. One of those alpine mountains, the Wallberg, offers all the stunning mountain views you’re longing for with just as much exertion as you want: …
Roughly halfway between the Munich airport and the city’s Altstadt, or “old town,” lies Schloss Schleissheim. Centuries ago, the site was merely some average farmland. Today, there are two palaces, a hunting lodge, and formal gardens that are absolutely ideal for strolling. Although not hidden or unknown, Schleissheim Palace is often overshadowed by its nearby …
Munich’s Oft-Overlooked Schleissheim Palace Wows Read More »
Before the days of streaming all day every day, television offered a special connection with its audience. Whereas films are an occasional commitment of a couple of hours, television shows are a weekly part of life. The characters and settings become personal. And with tv shows set in Munich and across Bavaria, you truly get …
While it certainly is not as fun as being there in person, you can immerse yourself in all that Munich and Bavaria have to offer from your sofa. Or wherever you prefer to watch! That is right: I am talking about movies filmed in Munich and around the state of Bavaria. You can fill an …
For many around the world, the first thing that comes to mind when you mention Munich is beer. It’s not too surprising that beer festivals in Munich are a big deal. The region is home to so many wonderful breweries and Bavaria famous for the Reinheitsgebot (a law mandating the purity of beer and its …
