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Dachau (Concentration Camp)   Munich

Dachau (Concentration Camp), Munich

 80 Reviews  "... so ich nicht nach Dachau komm." (Dear God, make me mute, so I don't get sent to Dachau). So went a common child's prayer during Nazi times. You dared not say anything remotely controversial,... 

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Castle   Nürnberg

Castle, Nürnberg

 38 Reviews  The majestic Nuremberg castle, the Kaiserburg, is considered Nuremburg's main sight. Indeed it does create a marvelous, medieval atmosphere to the Old Town of Nuremberg, which is almost completely... 

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Marienplatz   Munich

Marienplatz, Munich

 148 Reviews   This is the centre of the Old Town of Munich, a very lively square. The centre of it is the Mariensäule, a column that was erected in 1638. The Town Hall is an abundance of New Gothic style. It was... 

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Lorenzkirche - St Lorenz Church   Nürnberg

Lorenzkirche - St Lorenz Church, Nürnberg

 31 Reviews   In Lorenzer Platz stands the twin-towered Gothic church of St Lawrence (St-Lorenzkirche; 13th-15th c.; Protestant), the city's largest church. Above the beautiful west doorway (c. 1355) is a rose... 

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Schloss Nymphenburg   Munich

Schloss Nymphenburg, Munich

 112 Reviews  What struck me first when arriving at Schloss Nymphenburg is the enormity of its width. The palace which began construction in 1664 is now over 700 meters wide. To even get a picture of the entire... 

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Schöner Brunnen - Beautiful Fountain   Nürnberg

Schöner Brunnen - Beautiful Fountain, Nürnberg

 26 Reviews  The "Schöner Brunnen" on the main market square opposite the Nürnberg Old Town Hall was created in the late 14th century. The pyramidical fountain is decorated with 40 brightly painted figures... 

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Englischer Garten   Munich

Englischer Garten, Munich

 113 Reviews  What a surprise and delight to find the English Garden in Munich. The English Garden (Englischer Garten), not only is gigantic in size but is a source for many activities from sightseeing, relaxing,... 

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Documentation Center   Nürnberg

Documentation Center, Nürnberg

 10 Reviews  Writing about German war history is a very sensitive thing because you are writing about the history of the (fairly) recently vanquished. As my husband (German + a military historian by training + a... 

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BMW Building and Museum   Munich

BMW Building and Museum, Munich

 50 Reviews  The new BMW Museum is currently under construction (2005) and won't be ready until 2007. Thankfully there is a temporary display at a special building underneath the Olympic Tower, but unfortunately... 

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Albrecht Dürer   Nürnberg

Albrecht Dürer, Nürnberg

 19 Reviews  Albrecht Duerer’s House in Nuremberg is now a museum. Duerer was a famous German (Renaissance) artist who lived from 1471 to 1528. As well as showing many of his works, this museum also has a workshop... 

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Oktoberfest   Munich

Oktoberfest, Munich

 102 Reviews  I can remember wishing for a trip to the Oktoberfest when I was a student, but term was always started (or about to start) at that time. In spit of its name, it was always in September - until it... 

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Ehekarussell - Marriage Merry-Go-Round Fountain   Nürnberg

Ehekarussell - Marriage Merry-Go-Round Fountain, Nürnberg

 7 Reviews   The "Marriage Carousel" (Ehekarussell) was erected in 1984, immediately in front of the White Tower. The work, created by Jürgen Weber, refers to the poem "Bitter-sweet Married Life" by Hans Sachs,... 

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Castles in and around Munich   Munich

Castles in and around Munich, Munich

 27 Reviews  We went on an escorted tour of this castle which was a short (one hour) trip from Munich. We stopped at the base of an extensive park to take the short hike to one of Ludwig II's many castles. The... 

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Frauenkirche - Church of Our Lady   Nürnberg

Frauenkirche - Church of Our Lady, Nürnberg

 24 Reviews   On the east side of the square in Nuremberg is the Gothic Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady, 1352-61; R.C.). Above the porch with its rich sculptural decoration is the "Männleinlaufen," an old clock... 

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Frauenkirche   Munich

Frauenkirche, Munich

 101 Reviews  Frauenkirche is Munich's most famous church. Its proper name is "Dom zu Unserer Lieben Frau" (Cathedral of Our Loving Lady). It was constructed in the second half of the 15th century and I must say... 

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Sebalduskirche - St Sebaldus Church   Nürnberg

Sebalduskirche - St Sebaldus Church, Nürnberg

 19 Reviews   St Sebaldus's Church (1225-73; Protestant), with a magnificent Gothic east choir (1379). On the outside of the choir is the Schreyer-Landauer tomb, a masterpiece by Adam Krafft (1492). Inside the... 

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Olympiapark & Olympiastadion   Munich

Olympiapark & Olympiastadion, Munich

 104 Reviews   As you might have read in the other tips, we were very unlucky when visiting the Olympic Tower, as the weather was very bad. On the second day of sightseeing, in the morning, I went back to the park... 

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Museums   Nürnberg

Museums, Nürnberg

 22 Reviews  Nuernberg has a long history of toymaking and the Toy Museum was created in 1971 around the nucleus of the private toy collection assembled by the Bayer family. The museum provides an overview of... 

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Neues Rathaus (New Town Hall)   Munich

Neues Rathaus (New Town Hall), Munich

 88 Reviews  The Neues Rathaus, [ new town hall ] is in Marienplatz . In the tower is a glockenspiel that plays 2 or 3 times a day. The building is festooned with statues and gargoyles. The tower has a free lift... 

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Nazi Party Rally Grounds   Nürnberg

Nazi Party Rally Grounds, Nürnberg

 7 Reviews  Not having any evidence I always imagined Hitler arrived at the Dutzendteich Lake Station, stepped across the road to the back of the Zeppelin Grandstand before starting one of his long speeches. But... 

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Hofbräuhaus   Munich

Hofbräuhaus, Munich

 58 Reviews  I would say that you cant miss seeing if not drinking in the Hofbrauhaus Munich. Its the biggest pub ive seen. I was there at 4pm and the huge hall , courtyard and outside balcony where almost full, i... 

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City Walls - Fortifications   Nürnberg

City Walls - Fortifications, Nürnberg

 11 Reviews  Nürnbergs city fortifications - begun in the 11th century and extended up to the beginning of the 17th century - were unequalled in the Middle Ages. A massive wall with watchtowers and heavily... 

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The Alps   Munich

The Alps, Munich

 26 Reviews  The Bavarian Alps include the most beautiful landscapes of Germany. Lakes, snow, hiking, great food, ... Don't forget to pass by the Romantische Strasse (the romantic street), the lake at Chiemsee and... 

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Zeppelinfeld   Nürnberg

Zeppelinfeld, Nürnberg

 6 Reviews  Zeppelinfeld was the name of the wide area in Nürnberg that was used for marches of the NSDAP. The whole area was 362 meter x 378 meters and that was large enough for 320.000 spectators, and 70.000 of... 

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Schloss Neuschwanstein   Munich

Schloss Neuschwanstein, Munich

 43 Reviews  Neuschwanstein is a fairy tale castle (actually, Disney used it as his inspiration for Cinderella's castle in Disneyland). In castle terms, Neuschwanstein is young. The castle was constructed between... 

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Schloß Neuschwanstein

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This is King Ludwig's most famous castle - and it really is a fairy-tale castle. Built only in the 19th century, it still looks like a medieval place. Only about a third of the building was actually completed. The 15 rooms you see on the tour show astonishing craftsmanship and richness of detail. Wagner's operas feature everywhere in the form of murals. The best view of the castle and a 45m waterfall is from the nearby Mary's Bridge (Marienbruecke), which spans a deep gorge. On the path between this bridge and the castle is a wonderful view of Hohenschwangau and the Alpsee. For more information, please have a look at my Schloß Neuschwanstein page.

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Kloster Andechs

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For over 500 years, the monks of Andechs have brewed their own beer, since 1455 to be exact. You can try these beers in the beergarden - which is very delightful! We once had a great VT meeting with habert62 there! In case you want to try the strong beer, you will have to visit during the week, because they don't serve it on the weekends (because of the danger of accidents)!!This traditional place of pilgrimage is situated on the "holy mountain", which lies on the eastern shores of the Ammersee and is visited by tourists from all over the world. Many of them also visit the beautiful Rococo monastry church which is the last resting place of the famous German composer Carl Orff.Opening hoursDaily 10.00 am - 8.00 pm.

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Werdenfelser Land

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The "Werdenfelser Land" is the beautiful alpine and pre-alpine area around Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Ettal, Oberammergau and Mittenwald, in front of the overwhelming scenery of the "Karwendel" and "Wetterstein" mountains. Highest peaks there are the "Zugspitze" (2.964 m) and the "Alpspitze" (2.628 m). Great area to go hiking!.

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Ratisbon / Regensburg

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Regensburg is with its 143,000 inhabitants the fourth largest city in Bavaria and the capital of the governmental district of Upper Palatinate. When I served my military service I visited Regensburg frequently for shopping (quite expensive town but worth to visit)

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Berchtesgaden

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The area known as Berchtesgadener Land enjoys an excellent climate. The town is set in beautiful Alpine scenery at the foot of the Watzmann, which is Germany's second highest peak. Berchtesgaden is also known worldwide for its Kehlsteinhaus, also known as Hitler's Eagle's Nest.

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Munich / München

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Munich is not merely the Oktoberfest, Lederhosen, BMW and Weissbeer, but a vibrant and rapidly growing metropolis with a charm of its own. The metropolis on the River Isar has again and again been the subject of many attributes linked to great expectations. For instance, Munich was long called 'Isar-Athens’ or ‘Italy’s northernmost city’ because of its southern awareness. Even today, Munich is a multicultural metropolis. Visiting Munich, enjoy a Bratwurst on Viktualienmarkt, a Mass (one litre) at the English Garden or just feel the multicultural atmosphere in the centre.

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Nuremberg / Nürnberg

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Nuremberg was first mentioned in 1050. In 1806 it became part of the Kingdom of Bavaria and flourished as an industrial centre. In the 1930's the city became a symbol of National Socialism and in 1945 the old town centre was heavy damaged by Allied air raids; in the 1950s rebuilt. Today, Nuremberg is with it's 480.000 inhabitants the second largest city of Bavaria and the capital of Frankonia.

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Haidmühle

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This little town in the Bavarian Forest was found in 1770. It's situated near the Dreisesselberg (1312 m = 4304 ft) at an elevation of 830 m (2723 ft). In winter it's quite popular as a ski resort in the summer it is an ideal place for hiking.

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Würzburg

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The Celts founded Würzburg about 650 B.C. On this place you find Marienberg Castle on present day. Würzburg is surrounded by pleasant hillside vineyards and vast forests. Würzburg offers visitors numerous historic buildings of the Romanticism, Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and Rococo. The major sights are the Residenz Palace that today is part of the UNESCO World Heritage, and Marienberg Fortress, dominating the skyline and overlooking the beautiful Old Town. The centre attracts with cafes, romantic restaurants and lovely narrow streets with its small shops.

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Passau

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Passau is situated on the confluence of the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers near the Austrian border and therefore it is called “Dreiflüssestadt” (Three Rivers Town). Passau has about 50,000 inhabitants, quite a lot of them are students. The town attracts with its beautiful Cathedral of St. Stephan. Best way to discover Passau is by ship or on foot. Passau is affected by annual flooding, mostly in spring but its citizens have learnt to life with the flooding.

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