The Alps are a must-visit for any world traveler, and for an epic mountain adventure, head to this less crowded but equally ...

Like so many travelers, my images of Germany — cute villages, dirndls and lederhosen, and fairy-tale castles — are from Bavaria, in the foothills of the Alps. You could easily spend a week here, ...

Located in the Bavarian Alps near the Austrian border, Berchtesgaden is a town known for its breathtaking scenery and rich history. Once a favored summer escape for Bavarian royalty, it became ...

UNESCO added 26 new locations to its World Heritage list this week, including four majestic castles in the Bavarian Alps that evoke fairytale charm. Constructed by King Ludwig II of Bavaria between ...

The castle is nothing like I expected. Since I’m in Bavaria, I had visions of towering spires and fairytale turrets, but as I push through the last few hundred metres of climb on my bike and Schachen ...

Located in southeastern Germany, Bavaria is known for its chalet-style houses, storybook villages, hearty mountain cuisine, and world-famous beer, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Alps.