agnevitka Although Bavaria is not so far from Lithuania, the thought that it is still little discovered by Lithuanian travelers is striking. During our travels, we met Lithuanians even in the most remote corners and only in two places, i.e. In Japan and Bavaria, we neither heard nor saw Lithuanians. After all, discovering Bavaria is a must for all mountain lovers.
A little bit of history
Bavaria is the largest state in Germany and the second most populous. Although Bavaria was tossed and torn in the labyrinths of history (it depended on the influence of one ruler, then another, it was a kingdom for a while, then a part of the German Empire), but it was often quite autonomous.
Bavaria also played an important role during Hitler's rise to power. Hitler's nationalist movement began in Munich. Although Hitler himself was Austrian, he considered Bavaria to be his real home, and his residence was here in the mountains. After the Nazis came to power, the first concentration camp was established near Munich. And one of Hitler's headquarters, called the Eagle's nest, was built high in the mountains. For these reasons, Bavaria is also widely visited by history (especially World War II) enthusiasts.
The Free State of Bavaria is the current official name of the state of Bavaria, and its capital is Munich. You can read more about Bavaria and its history: https://www.britannica.com/place/Bavaria/History
How to get to Bavaria?
There are actually many options:
- Bavaria can be easily reached by car, it is ~1400 - 1500 km (depending on which city and which road you will travel to).
- However, if such a long trip bothers you, you can choose direct flights from Vilnius to Nuremberg (Ryanair) or to Munich (AirBaltic), and then rent a car or travel by train/bus.
- And if none of the options are suitable, Lithuanian tour operators will certainly offer a trip to Bavaria.
Where to stay?
It is possible to stay in Munich or Nuremberg, especially if your goal is to explore these cities. Day trips to the most famous places in Bavaria are popular from these cities.
However, if you want more nature, mountains and a real "taste" of Bavaria, three main directions are recommended, i.e. The towns of Berchtesgaden, Fussen and Garmisch-Partenkirchen and their surroundings.
When is the best time to travel to Bavaria?
Perhaps the main advice would be to avoid the peak season: July-August. Germans themselves often choose Bavaria for their vacations, so both prices and occupancy increase significantly.
On the other hand, the choice of time will also depend on what you want to see. The winter months are of course suitable for skiing. The big cities of Bavaria will look great in any season, but if you want to hike in nature, or maybe climb higher peaks, the best time to travel is probably the end of May - June and September. Be aware that before or after this time the higher peaks will be covered in snow, and some trails may also be closed.
Bavarian cuisine
Bavarian cuisine is rich and hearty. It is characterized by meat and potato dishes. A portion can often be shared between two people. The most famous Bavarian dishes:
- Weisswurst - traditional Bavarian sausage made from veal and pork.
- Bretzel - German pretzel. It is often flavored with cheese.
- Schweinshaxe – roasted ham.
- Käsespätzle - macaroni and cheese, often served as a side dish to meat dishes.
- Schweinebraten - beer-braised pork.
And of course beer is an inseparable attribute of Bavaria. Every region, and sometimes it seems like every town, has its own typical beer.
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