Above you see a simple map with the major cities. We will always use the original names with the English ones in brackets. These are the names used by the German people and you will find them on street signs and German maps. You should also use them when you ask for directions.

Bavaria is filled with excitement. You have the famous Alps, clean lakes and historical cities. There are many scenic and interesting places to visit where you can rub shoulders or share a beer or coffee with the locals. Festivities are ongoing the year round. Even the smallest villages find always a reason to celebrate something. Friendly guests are always welcome to share in the fun - just join in.
The media has given certain images of the typical Bavarian, but don't be fooled.
All Bavarians are not fat, wear Lederhosen or a Dirndl (folk dress) and do many things besides drinking beer and listening to Um -papa music.
Bavaria is also not only an agricultural country, it hosts a variety of high tech industry. Many world famous companies are located in Bavaria.
Bavaria does a lot to keep the leadership in technology and at the same time the country clean and preventing environmental damage. Naturally, they cannot block air pollution coming across the border. They talk to their neighbors and because of good relations, they are solving problems together.
We will try to guide you through this beautiful country and show you what you will miss if you do not come.
There is something to see and to do for everybody, whether you are interested in sightseeing, mountain climbing, skiing, Bavarian food, beer, wine tasting, folklore, sailing, ultra light flying, paragliding, parachute jumping, art, great music, opera, operetta, night life, running the Autobahn or just having fun and an adventure.
We will give you many suggestions what to do and also advise what not to do. Just come, be open minded and don't rush. Please plan some time to explore Bavaria. You cannot do it in three days.

Most Bavarians are very proud of their country, their heritage, their culture and what they have achieved. The typical Bavarian does not like people who claim to know everything better or look down to them.
Bavarians are also known for not liking "Prussians". But that is not really serious it is more a special joke and the "Prussians" do the same to the Bavarians.
A "Prussian" must not necessarily come from Prussia. In certain southern areas of Bavaria even Bavarians from the northern part are considered to be "Prussians", so are Japanese people, Americans, Canadians, anybody can get this title. We never did and Elizabeth, my wife was branded the Bavarian name "Liesl" and everybody was always showing her something new. But about that later. If you want to find out more about our adventures, please read our guide!
It is very easy not be a "Prussian". Just don't act arrogant, avoid giving the impression of knowing everything when you do not have a glue. Simple: do not talk faster than you can think and don't tell them that at home everything is better, cheaper, greater etc., etc., etc.
Don't give the impression that you want to use your traveler checks or your VISA card to purchase a five hundred year old fountain in order to put it in your backyard. Some tourists were discussing this in in Nürnberg at the Christkindlmarkt.
Please also accept that you may not be able to see all the TV shows that you are used to watching at home and that violence on TV is not as popular as in some other countries. Please be aware that German is spoken in Germany. Mickey Mouse speaking in German is an unforgettable experience.
Please also avoid unnecessary noise. Talk normal to each other without yelling and screaming.
Instruct your kids to exhibit good manners during dinner and lunch and everybody will love them.
Many different dialects are spoken in Bavaria.

You will find a difference in architecture, dialect, lifestyle, attitude, food, customs and many other details.
Bavaria is divided in 7 districts (Regierungsbezirke).
Each district has various regions (Landkreise) with its own administration.
Our tourist guide will follow this structure.