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Located in southeastern Germany, Bavaria (Bayern) is the country’s largest state and second in population after North Rhine-Westphalia. By far the largest city in Bavaria is Munich (München), followed by Nuremberg (Nürnberg) and Augsburg. Bounded in the south by the Alps, Bavaria is famous as a hiker’s and skier’s paradise, and we feature vacation apartments in nearly all of its picturesque towns, including Berchtesgaden, Lenggries, and Garmisch-Partenkirchen, to name just a few. Another popular way to explore Bavaria is by following the Romantic Road (Romantische Straße)—a north-south tourist route that begins in Würzburg and ends in Füssen, passing through numerous ancient and beautifully-preserved towns such as Rothenburg ob der Tauber. We currently offer a variety of vacation apartments in Bavaria to choose from, with more being added every day!

The state of Bavaria (Bayern) is located in southern Germany and its largest city is Munich. Close to the German Alps, Bavaria is an ideal destination for skiing trips in winter and hiking excursions in summer. Bavaria is justly famous for having one of the finest landscapes in Central Europe—not to mention its many picturesque castles, palaces, monasteries, and UNESCO World Heritage sites. The Live-Like-a-German Guide to Bavaria contains recommended locations and attractions, together with comprehensive and up-to-date guidance and information on all aspects of your Bavarian vacation, including vacation apartments, restaurants, shopping and entertainment opportunities—even current photos and reviews. All in all, Bavaria is a gorgeous vacation destination any time of the year!

Popular Destinations - Bavaria

Weiden in der Oberpfalz

Weiden in der Oberpfalz is a district-free city in Bavaria, Germany. Weiden is also known as Max Reger Stadt (City of Max Reger). Reger (1873 - 1916) was a well-known German composer who lived and studied in the city. Many hiking and outdoor activities…

Bayreuth

Bayreuth is a city in northern Bavaria, Germany, on the Red Main river in a valley between the Frankish Alb and the Fichtelgebirge. It is the capital of Upper Franconia and has a population of 73,048 citizens (2008).

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Bamberg

Bamberg is in Bavaria, Germany. Explore its historic old-town. The Altes Rathaus is perched in the middle of a bridge above the Regnitz River and is a must-see.

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Coburg

Coburg has the typical features of a former capital of German little states. There are numerous houses from the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries. It is also home to two major festivals: Samba Festival and Johann Strauss Musiktage. Coburg is referred to…

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Munich-Haidhausen

The neighborhood of Haidhausen is an ideal place from which to explore Munich. Shop and eat at the Viennese Market, explore the world-famous Deutsches Museum, and finish a perfect day with an evening of classical music at the Gasteig Cultural Center.…

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Ruhpolding

Ruhpolding is a small town in southeastern Bavaria in the Chiemgau region of the Alps. Famous as a sporting destination, Ruhpolding has three times played host to the Biathlon World Championships, and hiking, skiing, golfing, mountain-biking, shooting,…

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Würzburg

Würzburg is a city in the region of Franconia which lies in the northern tip of Bavaria, Germany - located on the Main River. Würzburg is approximately 120 kilometres (75 mi) from either Frankfurt or Nuremberg by road.

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Starnberg

Starnberg is a town in Bavaria, Germany, located south west of the city of Munich and situated on Lake Starnberg, in the heart of the Five Lakes Country, a popular destination for day-trippers from Munich. It is the capital of the district of…

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Lenggries

Lenggries is located in the Isar river valley at the foothills of the Alps. At over 1500 meters, Brauneck Mountain—accessible by tram—offers spectacular views and is a popular destination for skiing in winter and hiking in summer.

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Freising

Freising is a town in Bavaria, Germany, capital of the district Freising. Total population 48,500. The city is located north of Munich at the Isar river, near the Munich International Airport. Anyone starting or landing at Munich airport can see the…

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Most Popular Destinations in Germany

Germany has numerous cities of interest to tourists; these are the top nine travel destinations:

Berlin - the reunified and reinvigorated capital of Germany; known for its division during the Cold War - and the Berlin Wall. Today its a metropolis of diversity with elegant clubs, galleries and traditional restaurants. It is also a haven for shoppers.
Bremen - one of the most important cities in northern Germany, its old town will be of interest to travelers who want a slice of history.
Cologne - Germany's fourth-largest city. Cologne was founded by the Romans and is 2000 years old with its huge cathedral, Romanesque churches, and archaeological sites. Cologne also well known for its carnival and its Christopher-Street-Day parade. Don't forget to try the local cuisine and of course the local beer, called "Kölsch".
Dresden - once called Florence on the Elbe, and world-famous for its Frauenkirche and historic center which was destroyed during the war, the city offers more than what the average traveller can expect: Great festivals, all kinds of cultural entertainment, vibrant night life, and surrounded by beautiful natural vistas. Dresden hosts the Staatlichen Kunstsammlungen Dresden (Dresden State Art Collections) which is one of the world's most impressive museums and collections. The art collections consist of eleven museums, of which the Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister and the Grünes Gewölbe are the most well-known.
Dusseldorf - Germany's capital of fashion, the capital city of North Rhine-Westphalia offers a wide scale of fascinating new architecture. Right along the shores of river Rhine, the "Altstadt" and the "Medienhafen" are among the best places in Germany to enjoy a vibrant nightlife. Being one of the country's wealthiest cities, the atmosphere is very pleasant. Germans call it "the only metropolis ending with -dorf (German for village)".
Frankfurt - Germany's leading financial center, transportation hub, seat of the European Central Bank (ECB), international trade fair center (Book Fair, Motor Show), hub of multicultural activity (30% Immigrants), and site of numerous world-class museums and theaters. It is also Germany's only city with enough skyscrapers to have a skyline.
Hamburg - Germany's second-largest city, famous for its harbour as well as its liberal and tolerant culture. Don't miss the Reeperbahn with its night clubs and casinos. Hamburg is also popular for its many musicals.
Hannover - One of Germany's newer tourist cities, having hosted various international events in recent times.
Munich - Bavaria's beautiful capital city and Southern Germany's primate city. Third largest city in Germany, Munich is the site of the famous Oktoberfest and the gateway to the Alps.
Nuremberg - Second largest city in Bavaria, after WW2 over 90% of the old-town was destroyed. Today it has already been reconstructed, including the Gothic Kaiserburg Castle (Emperor's Castle of the Holy Roman Empire of German Nation). You can also visit the Nazi party rally grounds, the Documentation Centre and Courtroom 600 - venue of the Nuremberg Trails.