Traveling
Around Bavaria
Bavaria is Germany's largest
state and is located in the southern region of the country. There are
resorts, hotels and private rentals located throughout the state. The
first step is to decide which areas you most want to visit and plan an
itinerary. Then you can begin to decide on accommodations. A variety of
choices are available from the more affordable hotels to the more
expensive resorts. Information on hotels and other rentals can be found
and reserved online.
Hotels
and Dining
Bavaria
is home to large cities such as Munich
and many smaller resort towns as well. There is a range of vacation and
accommodation opportunities around the state. Smaller resort towns, such
as Prien, are smaller than Munich, but still offer plenty to do. Hotels,
shops and restaurants are all in walking distance from the train station.
The same is true for Munich.
 In many
resorts, bus services are offered to and from the resort to surrounding
attractions. If you plan to stay in the resort and use the bus service,
you may not need to rent a vehicle during your stay. If you want to
branch out and explore more of the surrounding areas of the region, or if
you just want the freedom to go on your own schedule, you may want to
rent a car.
There
are thousands of restaurants throughout Bavaria for dining. Schweinsbraten
is a common food in most places. This is a pork roast with dumplings and
gravy. Fresh fish, such as trout and salmon are common foods in the area
and are served in most restaurants. Bavaria is home to many beer halls
that serve traditional German cuisine with a variety of local beers.
Sightseeing
in Bavaria
Bavaria
is home to a few castles you can explore. These were built by King Ludwig
II. The castle is ornate and resembles Versailles in Paris. The castle
and surrounding gardens are open for touring. The areas around the
Herrenchiemsee castle have plenty of activities, such as swimming,
fishing, hiking, bicycling, boating and windsurfing.
Herrenchiemsee castle was
intended to be a replica of Versailles. It has manicured gardens,
elaborate decorations and a hall of mirrors. The original plan called for
seventy rooms, but it was never finished. There are twenty rooms in the
finished part of the castle. Ludwig was declared mentally unfit to rule
and was removed from the throne before his plans could be carried out.
Bavarians
Forest Zoo has
over 300 native animals in natural surroundings. You will see elks,
bison, water birds, birds of prey, owls, wild cats, deer, otters,
badgers, cranes and fish in the zoo. A main focus is on protecting endangered
species, research and preserving the natural habitat of the animals.
Bavaria
is home to a wild west theme park. Pullman city is located just north of
Munich and has a typical American wild west theme. The park features
re-enactments of gun fights, Indians and stage coaches. The main street
area is complete with plank sidewalks and clap board facades on replica
buildings. It is reminiscent of western towns commonly seen in the movies
and old western television series.
The
park has activities like shooting galleries, music and rodeos. There are
re-enactments of the American Civil War at the park. Guests are often
seen dressed up in cowboy or Indian costumes, both adults and children.
Lodging at the park includes hotels, log cabins and even teepees. This
allows guests to experience the wild west all day in the park and at
night as well.
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the Author - The author of this article is Peter J. Wilson who is
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to Vienna via Salzburg.
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