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The Free State is not short on sights. In this ranking, which is not guaranteed to be complete, you will find classics – but also a few insider tips.
1 / 12Two classics to start with: Zugspitze above, Neuschwanstein Castle below. Both are among the most famous sights in Bavaria and are of course not an insider tip - but they shouldn't be missing from a ranking. The Zugspitze is the highest mountain in Germany - and in good weather offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the Bavarian landscape. Neuschwanstein Castle is a pure postcard idyll and is world famous for good reason. A real fairytale castle. © imagebroker / Action Pictures / IMAGO
2 / 12The Schrecksee in the Allgäu Alps is one of the most beautiful lakes in Bavaria - but is quite lonely due to the rather difficult hike there. This combination qualifies the Schrecksee as an insider tip that is really worth it. Because it is set in a valley of green meadows, surrounded by steep mountains - a great panorama. © imagebroker / IMAGO
3 / 12The Danube breakthrough “Weltenburger Enge” is one of the most exciting landscapes in Bavaria. This is a bottleneck in the Danube valley in the Kelheim district of Lower Bavaria. It is recognized as a nature reserve and geotope. The place is even somewhat reminiscent of the “Pillars of Kings” from the “Lord of the Rings” universe. At the end of the first film, “The Fellowship of the Ring,” the protagonists ride boats past the majestic royal statues. When it comes to the Danube breakthrough, it is also advisable to admire the spectacle from the water - for example on a boat or canoe tour. © Manfred Segerer / IMAGO
4 / 12The village of Tüchersfeld is located in Franconian Switzerland, near Pottenstein. What's special: Impressive rock formations tower over the medieval-style houses. A sight worth seeing that could also come from a fairy tale or fantasy novel. © R. Wittek / IMAGO
5 / 12The Pottensteiner Teufelshöhle is a spectacular stalactite cave and, with a total length of three kilometers, the longest in all of Bavaria. You can admire, among other things, the impressive reconstruction of a bear skeleton and other bone remains. If you're looking for a more spooky sight in Bavaria, you'll get your money's worth here. © imagebroker / IMAGO
6 / 12It's also exciting in the Höllentalklamm. A hike through this breathtaking natural spectacle should be on every bucket list. The path leads through deep gorges, along the foaming Hammerbach and over bridges that stretch from boulder to boulder. The Höllentalklamm in Garmisch-Partenkirchen is open between May and October – and is definitely worth a visit. © Panthermedia / IMAGO
7 / 12It's not for nothing that the Würzburg Residence is often compared to the Palace of Versailles near Paris. The breathtaking castle could have come out of a fairy tale book, and the large castle park is freely accessible. Not surprisingly, the Würzburg Residence is also a world heritage site. Inside the baroque palace you can admire detailed ceiling frescoes, a large mirror cabinet and polished chandeliers. © imagebroker / IMAGO
8 / 12The Röthbachfall near Königssee in Berchtesgadener Land is the largest waterfall in Germany. It is 470 meters high and embedded in a beautiful valley. What's special: Surprisingly, this natural wonder is hardly known and is anything but a tourist magnet. Only the hike to the Röthbachfall is not the easiest. A boat trip across Lake Königssee is followed by a three-kilometer hike. © Westend61 / IMAGO
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9 / 12 They also shouldn't be missing from a ranking of Bavaria's sights - the cities. Here, using the example of the state capital Munich (top left), the imperial city of Nuremberg (top right), the World Heritage city of Regensburg (bottom left) and the medieval wonder of Rothenburg ob der Tauber (bottom right). Of course, there are many other cities worth seeing in Bavaria - but you really should see these four. © blickwinkel / Zoonar / blickwinkel / Panthermedia / IMAGO
10 / 12The Hohenbogen is a ridge near Cham in the Bavarian Forest. It offers several attractions: In addition to the breathtaking view from the ridge, there is also a chairlift with which you can explore the mountain landscape. A special highlight are the old NATO towers, which stand at the highest point of the ridge - the Schwarzriegel. Stairs have been added to the listed main tower, allowing you to climb it and enjoy a stunning view of the surrounding area. © Panthermedia / IMAGO
11 / 12Walhalla is located near Regensburg - one of the most important national monuments of the 19th century. Built in 1842 by King Ludwig I, there are busts of generals, rulers, scientists and artists. From the temple you also have a breathtaking view of the Upper Palatinate landscape. © Panthermedia / IMAGO
12 / 12The treetop path in the Bavarian Forest offers the opportunity to take a spectacular walk. As the name suggests, people can explore the Bavarian Forest at eye level with the treetops. The observation tower is designed to be barrier-free and also invites wheelchair users and parents with strollers to explore. © imagebroker / IMAGO