Upper Bavaria

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 cozy beer halls to dazzling palaces, sprawling public gardens to cutting-edge museums, the Bavarian capital is a modern city with plenty of traditional charms.

Reasons to visit

  • BMW Welt
  • Marienplatz
  • 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
  • Watzmann Water Park
  • Berchtesgaden Salt Mine
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A lakeside town with snow-capped mountains in the background and a church with a tall steeple.
Tegernsee
Known for Lakes, Culture and Sledding
Tegernsee is calling! Discover its sledding, lake views, temples, and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Lake Tegernsee
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A person climbing a rocky mountain peak with a clear sky in the background.
Mittenwald
Known for Mountains, Swimming and Family-friendly
Come to quaint Mittenwald and enjoy its mountain views, skiing, and food.

Reasons to visit

  • Karwendel Cable Car
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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, food, and more!
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Stay near popular Upper Bavaria attractions

A modern indoor car display with a prominent orange vintage car and several other vehicles.
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BMW Welt

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Gain an insight into how Germany became one of the worldwide leaders in the motor industry by learning about a uniquely Bavarian brand at this high-tech exhibition.
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