Bavaria is probably best known as the German state that hosts the Oktoberfest each year. And while the world’s largest beer festival is certainly worth a visit, Bavaria and its historic capital Munich have a lot more to offer than beer-fueled escapades. If you happen to be in the German south, make sure you visit some (if not all) of its stunning castles, royal residences and regal holiday homes.
Neuschwanstein Castle, Schwangau
Residenz, Munich
Nymphenburg Castle, Munich
Herrenchiemsee Castle, Chiemsee
Hohenschwangau Castle, Schwangau
Burghausen Castle, Burghausen
King’s House on Schachen, Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Fürstenried Palace, Fürstenried
Schleißheim Palace, Schleißheim
Linderhof Palace, Ettal
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