Upper Bavaria Travel Guide

Bavaria

A park with people relaxing on the grass, a gazebo, and trees in the background.
A historic building with ornate architecture, a prominent 'Ledewaren' sign, and a bustling public square with cafes and pedestrians.
A cityscape with historic buildings, a prominent clock tower, and a church with a dome.
A modern building with a distinctive blue and white design, surrounded by lush green trees and a park with people and a pond.
A nighttime market with tents and stalls, illuminated by colorful lights.

Popular cities in Upper Bavaria

A historic city square with a prominent cathedral featuring twin towers and a tall spire.
Munich
Known for Beer, Museums and Art
From the cosy beer halls and magnificent palaces to the tranquil parks and fascinating museums, the capital of Bavaria is a modern city that preserves traditional charm. Munich is one of the most liveable cities in the world, with a strong economy that attracts large businesses and millions of tourists to visit the city each year for its beautiful architecture, ancient traditions and the nearby Bavarian Alps.

Reasons to visit

  • Marienplatz
  • BMW Welt
  • Allianz Arena
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A rural landscape with green fields, wooden houses, and a mountain range in the background.
Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Known for Mountains, Walking and Shopping
In this resort village, experience the best of the Bavarian Alps, from world-class skiing on shimmering glaciers to scenic hiking routes, heritage trails and dense woods.

Reasons to visit

  • Garmisch-Partenkirchen Ski Resort
  • Partnach Gorge
  • Bavarian Alps
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A mountain range with dense coniferous forests at the base.
Berchtesgaden
Known for Mountains, Tours and Lakes
Explore upscale Berchtesgaden: its hiking, mountain views, sunny weather and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Eagle's Nest
  • Berchtesgaden Salt Mine
  • Watzmann Water Park
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A lake with clear turquoise water, surrounded by mountains and a forested area.
Grainau
Known for Mountains, Hiking and Skiing
Escape to quaint Grainau! Enjoy its skiing, mountain views and hiking.

Reasons to visit

  • Eibsee
  • Zugspitze
  • Zugspitze Summit Cross
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A lakeside town with a church, boats, and snow-capped mountains in the background.
Tegernsee
Known for Lakes, Culture and Sledging
Tegernsee is calling! Discover its sledging, lake views, churches and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Lake Tegernsee
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A mountainous landscape with a prominent tree, a red-roofed building, and a distant village.
Oberaudorf
Known for Beer, Gardens and Mountains
Quaint Oberaudorf awaits: its skiing, mountain views, beer and more!
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Stay near popular Upper Bavaria attractions

A historic city square with a prominent clock tower, surrounded by colorful buildings and a clear blue sky.

Marienplatz

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Use this central square as a base for sightseeing, or as a vantage point to watch the crowds and take in Munich’s famous carillon.
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