Beilngries

Beilngries is situated approximately 260 miles (418 kilometers) south of Berlin, the country's capital.

Consider using Beilngries as a springboard for further adventures. Upper Bavaria has been endowed with plenty of fascinating cultural and natural attractions. Why don't you make tracks to the Lothar Fischer Museum and Neumarkter Sandduenen Nature Reserve in and around Neumarkt in der Oberpfalz, around 17 miles (27 kilometers) away. For even more variety, visit the Audi Forum and Ingolstadt Village Factory Outlet can all be found in and around Ingolstadt, around 19 miles (31 kilometers) away from Beilngries.

Approximately 30 miles (48 kilometers) to the east of Beilngries is Regensburg, a regional center home to Bismarckplatz, Danube Mall and Reichstag Museum. St. Emmerams Abbey, Scots Monastery (Schottenkirche) and University of Regensburg are also worth a visit before heading back to Beilngries.

Upper Bavaria offers visitors some significant churches and other places of worship, great places to get a feel for Beilngries' soul. A useful technique to get a true feel for a place and its people is by researching its past. While here, be sure to stop by the area's fine castles.

For those who love to head outdoors in winter, this region may just be the ideal holiday destination. The region offers some great opportunities for snow shoeing and snowboarding. Why not spend some time with a good local guide and join a special interest tour? Guided nature walks and city walking tours are popular here.

At the end of your adventure in Beilngries, you'll be sure to bid this place a fond "Tschüss" But be comforted by the fact that you'll be heading home with wonderful memories that you can enjoy for years to come.