Munich Holiday & Travel Guide: The capital of Bavaria is a huge city which further seperates into several distinctive districts. Throughout the districts, expect to be involved in some sightseeing, eat in the beautiful restaurants, exercise your muscles in the lifting of a huge beer at a famous beer hall and pursue many, many more activities.

Munich, as with most of Germany is particularly famed for its thriving economy and industrial acheivements and as such has a lot of major businesses' head quarters located in and around the city. Industry aside, no where else in Germany can you witness such a culture, so stereotypical of Germans - or indeed Bavarians as you can in Munich - age-old traditions co-exist with fancy designer shops and classy cars. Do not be surprised to partake in the typical beer drinking and sausage eating still enthusiastically maintained by the locals...and the lederhosen for those feeling daring enough!

Munich is great for those wanting to hunt out a bargain or visit the high end shops for a designer label or too - with shops in the centre and spilling further out, your credit card will be screaming 'ouch'. Great times to visit are during Oktoberfest, a world renowned festival that lasts over 2 weeks - people visit from all over the world to test out Munich's tiles! The Christmas markets will also never disappoint and are perfect for all of the family.

Munich's historic places of interest also make for great days out - its museums hold world-class collections whilst the city's architecture takes you back in time. The 'arty' culture is starting to give Berlin a run for its money.  

Travelling around the city couldn't be easier, hop on a bike, take a stroll or use the reliable buses, trains or even a boat!

It is no coincidence that Germans consistently vote Munich as one of the places they would most like to live! It is a perfect destination, being at the foot of the Alps, close to some beautiful scenery and packed full of beer - you can't fault it!

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Bavaria Holiday & Travel Guide: Bavaria is the largest state in Germany and is very much its own little country inside a country, so much so that the people of Bavaria refer to themselves firstly as Bavarian, and secondly German.

Influences here are very much more from Bavaria's bordering neighbours, Austria - here you will find beer drinking, sausage eating and lederhosen wearing to full effect amongst the locals!

The capital, Munich has lots for tourists seeking a colourful and active break. Whether seeing the sights is your thing or you want to visit during Oktoberfest, a world renowned festival - there is more than a enough to do here. Visit the Munich beer halls for a smoky beer or hit the shops for the latest designer wear.

Outside of Munich, there are a number of breaks in and out of other cities well worth visiting. Try the famous Romantic Road route which links together a number of picturesque cities, towns and villages. Perhaps you would prefer a winter break on the slopes of the Alps? Or perhaps hiking in the Bavarian countryside tickles your fancy? Whatever your pursuit, you can do it here.

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Currency & Medical Requirements: The currency is the Euro and there are no prior medical requirements.

Transport & Travel: Flying into Bavaria, you can choose from Munich, Nuremburg or Augsburg. Once in Bavaria, use the high speed ICE train to travel around, or alternatively hire a car or hop on a bus. Back to Germany Holiday & Travel Guide