Only a 45-minute drive from Munich, along the shores of a crystal-clear lake, lies the quaint spa town of Tegernsee. Here, ...

Most trips to Bavaria start in Munich – and rightly so. The culturally rich city is easy to reach by train or plane, and has traditions known around the world. However, Germany’s southern ...

Tucked away in Bavaria, Germany, Mittenwald is a fairytale-like village known for its traditional Lüftlmalerei—vivid frescoes that adorn the facades of its charming homes. Strolling through its ...

Germany is home to countless beautiful villages. Here are eight of The Local's recommendations for some of the most charming ones to visit this summer for a day trip or as part of a longer tour.

There is a gorgeous European town that looks like it has been frozen in time and is built in a meteor crater with old buildings made from diamonds.

Bavaria is home to Munich's famed beer halls, but the region boasts more than just great brews: There are mountains, gorges, and more to explore. But hanging out in the city only tells a sliver of ...