Category: Germany
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Visiting Burghausen Castle – the World’s Longest Castle
In southern Germany, right on the border with Austria, stands one of the world’s most remarkable castles. It’s an easy day trip from Munich and is certified in the Guiness…
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13 Best Day Trips from Munich
There’s no disputing that Munich is the prime destination in southern Germany. But Munich isn’t just a great place to grab a maβ of beer; it’s a fantastic jumping point…
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12 Best Things to See in Nuremberg
Welcome to Nuremburg – Bavaria’s second biggest city! First mentioned in documents in 1050, the city rose to prominence in the Middle Ages and was designated a free imperial city,…
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11 Best Things to See in Augsburg
The third-largest city in Bavaria, Augsburg has a long history. Founded by the Romans and named after the Emperor Augustus, the city’s heyday occurred during the Renaissance, when it derived…
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In the footsteps of Mad King Ludwig
King Ludwig II of Bavaria. The Swan King. The Fairytale King. Mad King Ludwig. There’s a lot that makes Bavaria’s most infamous king such an enigmatic figure in history –…
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Visiting the Medieval Christmas Market Munich
It’s no secret that the Christmas markets in Europe are popular events in winter. In recent years, they have become a “must do” for the winter season, with tour groups…
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The 6 Best Hidden Museums in Munich
Munich is a lot of things. Home of Oktoberfest. Headquarters of BMW. The place where you can see distinctive twin domes of the Frauenkirche dominate the skyline. It’s also home…
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The 6 Best Museums in Munich
Munich is home to over 80 museums ranging in topics from art to science and technology to alpine history. With so many options to choose from, how do you decide…
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10 Unmissable Paintings in the Alte Pinakothek
Munich has many great art galleries to explore, but the most famous and significant of them all is the Alte Pinakothek. Translating to “Old Art Gallery,” the Alte Pinakothek is…
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10 Unmissable Paintings in Munich
Munich is southern Germany’s art central – and its collections rank among the best in the world. Over 80 museums cover a wide variety of media and time periods. Many…
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What to do in Munich in summer
Munich has a lot to offer no matter the season. There’s Oktoberfest in the fall, Christmas markets in winter, fewer crowds in the spring. But what about summer? Summer is…
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14 Unusual Things to Do in Munich
Munich has a lot to offer. As one of the biggest cities in Germany and Bavaria’s capital, there’s no shortage of things to do. But if you want to see…