The charming Bavarian city of Würzburg is worth exploring for many reasons, but its most famous tourist attraction is the Residenz, an impressive Baroque palace nearly unrivaled in the country. The Residenz greatly captures the elaborate lifestyles of its inhabitants during the 18th Century as well as serves as an exceptional example of German …
In time for another of Europe’s favourite days for a tipple of beer – St. Patrick’s Day – here is a guide to five countries where you’ll get a history lesson with every pint (don’t worry, you won’t be quizzed). When you think European beverages, you probably conjure up French wine, Italian Limoncello, Russian vodka, or …
In the world of beer, Austria is almost always overlooked in favor of its more famous neighbor, Germany. But to ignore Austrian Beer is to ignore a wealth of fine beer choices and varieties. Take a look at Austrian Beer Austrian beers are less distinct by region than in other countries as the most popular …
The food of Franconia is hearty fare and what many would consider “typical German food”. Typical Franconian restaurants and inns dot the landscape of this German region and they often feature similar dishes on their menus. A meal at such a restaurant begins with a salad sampler, comprised of cucumbers in a vinegar or yogurt …
German beer has taken on a mythical quality both within that country and across the world. Many non-German beers claim to be brewed based on the specifications of the Reinheitsgebot ( or purity law), a beer regulatory standard in place since the fifteenth century. Many people have taken to very specific types of German …
Discover Herzogenaurach, Germany Herzogenaurach, a charming town in Middle Franconia, Germany has a rich history as a significant medieval center and it also takes pride in its more recent status as a site of a United States Army base. Historic City Center or Herzogenaurach The historic center is known primarily for its half-timber homes and numerous medieval structures …
Forchheim is a wonderful, tiny town in northern Bavaria, known in the region as “das Tor zur fränkischen Schweiz,” or the gateway to Franconian Switzerland. It is a delightful place to visit for the day while touring the beautiful countryside. Forchheim’s rich medieval history has been well preserved as evidenced by its most striking building, the half-timber …
Rothenburg, or more correctly Rothenburg ob der Tauber , is a picturesque Bavarian town that seems almost suspended in time. A centuries old city wall encapsulates charming medieval buildings that attract tourists and locals alike. The city is very popular among tourists and thus is easily accessible via bus provided by various travel agencies. However, …
Germany has worked hard to process and overcome the violent and tragic legacy of the Third Reich. The country’s post-war constitution declares Holocaust denial to be a crime. Persons responsible for atrocities committed under Hitler’s regime have been brought to trial and are to this day prosecuted under German law. Most recently, a 90 year old …
Erlangen is a university town with a population just over a 100,000. Here visitors can look into a typical Franconian town without the overwhelming crowds of tourists you’ll find in larger cities in Bavaria. This small city is food obsessed. Traditional German fare and upscale cuisine are equally valued in a town that prizes the …