Winter magic in Bavaria

OUR WINTER. YOUR WONDERLAND.

Winter magic in Bavaria Christmas markets, wellness and more: Discover your opportunities in our Bavarian paradise. www.bavaria.us

BAVARIA TOURISM – the official marketing agency Arabellastraße 17 | 81925 Munich | Germany Phone: +49 (0)89 212397-0 tourismus@bayern.info | www.bavaria.us

Our winter. Your wonderland.

WELCOME TO WINTER MAGIC

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n the countryside, nature is in its winter sleep. In cities, the houses and lanes are immersed in a golden glow, and the Christmas markets allure with everything that the heart and palate could desire. In winter, Bavaria is a magical world for enjoyment and discovery, with marvelous opportunities for every taste: What will it be – mulled blueberry or apple wine, Nuremberg or Regensburg bratwurst, the Christkindlesmarkt, Christmas Market or Reiterles Market? Everything is there that heart and palate could desire. Winter athletes, families and wellness seekers find their pleasure: Some seek thrills on the ski slopes, the little ones splash in the hotel’s swimming area, others replenish their reserves of tranquility in nature or relax in the spa. Our winter is a stimulating, beautiful time for all who like to be surprised. When footsteps crunch in the snow and ice crystals sparkle and the sky takes on a mysterious glow, each can discover his very own winter wonderland.

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Rothenburg ob der Tauber

A ROMANTIC CHRISTMAS AT THE REITERLESMARKT

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he unique wonder of this town with its fairytale silhouette is especially noticeable in winter, when silence falls with the snow over Rothenburg and the town radiates in a soft light. Once a year, the medieval town of Rothenburg transforms itself into a fairytale winter wonderland. Ever since the 15th century, the festive time prior to Christmas has been accompanied by a delightful Christmas Market (Reiterlesmarkt). Looking back on over 500 years of tradition, little has changed over the years and the historical customs have been closely followed. Everything your heart desires can be found at this charming market!

Christmas market opening hours: 11/28 – 12/23/2014 Monday – Thursday: from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Friday – Sunday: from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Rothenburg Tourism Service | Phone: +49 (0)9861 404800 info@rothenburg.de | www.tourismus.rothenburg.de

Christmas all year round Don’t miss the world famous “Christmas Village” of Käthe Wohlfahrt in the center of the town. Experience the fascinating atmosphere of a Franconian village with snow covered roofs all year round.

Hotel Eisenhut in Rothenburg ob der Tauber

ENJOY THE ADVENT SEASON IN ROTHENBURG

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s soon as you step out of the Hotel Eisenhut, the scent of mulled white wine and Franconian pastries greets you. The Rothenburg Reiterles Market, the local Christmas market, is only a few steps away from the hotel.

In the heart of the city, situated directly next to Käthe Wohlfahrt, is the famous 4 star Hotel Eisenhut. Big names such as Heinz Rühmann, Burt Lancaster and Queen Sylvia of Sweden have been guests here in the past. Each of the 78 lovingly furnished rooms are unique. With a view of the historical Old Town or a view over the beautiful Tauber valley, you can take a break from everyday life. The restaurant is a well kept secret. Below the restaurant’s historical painting depicting Rothenburg’s Master Draught festival, servers bring you carefully selected wines and the finest seasonal and international dishes.

Hotel Eisenhut GmbH & Co. KG | Herrngasse 3-5/7 | 91541 Rothenburg ob der Tauber Phone: +49 (0)9861 7050 | hotel@eisenhut.com | www.eisenhut.com

Package for Reiterles Market 2 nights in a superior double room including breakfast, a 3-course and 4-course menu, coupon for a mulled wine at the Reiterles Market, entrance to the Käthe Wohlfahrt Christmas Museum a 205.00 per person

Dachau

THE CIT Y OFFERS MORE THAN YOU THINK

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n a rise above the river Amper and the marsh Dachauer Moos, situated only 20 minutes from Munich by S-Bahn, are more than 1,200 year-old picturesque Dachau Old Town and the Wittelsbacher Electoral Palace. Because of the city’s special light conditions, one of the most important European artist colonies arose here at the turn of the prior century – some of the works can now be seen in the Dachau Painting Gallery. Opening out from the court garden is a unique panorama from Munich to the Alps. With more than 800,000 international visitors at the concentration camp memorial, Dachau is a key European site of remembrance and learning.

Alongside its historical aspect, Dachau is increasingly gaining significance through its quality concerts, exhibits and as a cultural event city north of Munich.

Stadt Dachau Tourism Department | Phone: +49 (0)8131 75287 infobuero@dachau.de | www.dachau.de/tourism

Bavaria’s largest Advent calendar At the Dachau Christkindl market in the historic “old town”, surrounded by Christmas booths and an extensive program of music, a prize is raffled behind one of the little doors every day.

© Nr. 1207 Gluehwein auf dem Christkindlmarkt, Foto B. Roemmelt

Munich

WINTER IN MUNICH – A TIME TO ENJOY

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hen winter comes to Munich and the snowflakes glisten in the evening light, the time is right to discover and enjoy the beauty of the city with friends.

In the morning, visit the varied art treasures of the city, spend time with paintings

by Dürer, Rembrandt and Kandinsky. Then in the afternoon, immerse yourself in the fantastic realm of figures of baroque nativity scenes in the Bavarian National Museum.

When twilight gradually covers the city, it is time for the sea of lights and many aromas of the city’s more than 20 Christmas markets. Test which mulled wine goes best with bratwurst and seek out the most beautiful hand-crafted Christmas ornaments.

Munich Tourism | Phone: +49 (0)89 23330-345 tourismus@muenchen.de | www.munich-tourist.de

Mangers – a world in miniature!

The Bavarian National Museum has the most extensive and artistically valuable nativity scene collection in the world.

On display are more than 60 nativity scenes, replete with figures, created in the Alps region and in Italy between 1700 and the early 20th century.

Kinderhotel Oberjoch ****

FAMILY PARADISE IN BAVARIA’S ALLGÄU REGION

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he family hotel in the town of Oberjoch is at the summit of family vacation paradise: At an elevation of 3,937ft, this family family paradise in Germany’s highest mountain village and ski resort beckons with a 420ft long water slide (the longest hotel water slide in Germany), a year-round indoor ice rink, a family bowling alley, a soft play area, a movie theater and a go-cart track.

The children’s swimming area where the little ones can splash in a farm setting is an irresistible magnet. When moms and dads want a little time to themselves, the KIDS Club with a staff of 20 is available 13 hours a day, seven days a week. There are many oases for relaxation such as a wellness area and a pool and sauna landscape with a magnificent view of the high Alps of Allgäu.

Alpenhotel Oberjoch Mayer GmbH | Am Prinzenwald 3 | 87541 Bad Hindelang-Oberjoch Phone: +49 (0)8324 7090 | i nfo@kinderhoteloberjoch.de | www.kinderhoteloberjoch.de

Free ski passes For hotel guests, 20 miles of ski slopes and the 21,528ft “Snow Kid Land Oberjoch” are free. Even the very smallest kids can learn to ski directly at the hotel.

Haubers Alpenresort Hotel & Resort ****S

HAUBERS PARADISE

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njoy an unforgettable, peaceful break at our Haubers hotel. The 148 acres of this fabulous, private Alpine resort lie some 2,953ft above sea level and just 1 mile from the center of Oberstaufen.

Your very own retreat is set amidst stunning scenery, fresh Alpine air, crystal-clear mountain lakes and winding streams. The unspoiled far-reaching vistas across the Allgäu countryside, meadows and woodlands awaits you.

Immerse yourself in luxury and enjoy a sense of space and utter tranquility.

Haubers Landhaus Klaus Hauber | Haubers Gutshof Sigrid Hauber Meerau 34 | 87534 Oberstaufen Phone: +49 (0)8386 93305 | info@haubers.de | www.haubers.de/en/

Enjoy our full service Many good reasons to choose Haubers: enjoy a wonderful vacation in pristine beauty, direct access to the hotel golf course, alpine breakfast up at our ”Schwalbennest” restaurant, unwind on our Alpine climate trail and in our year-round, outdoor heated pool.

Regensburg

THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS IN EASTERN BAVARIA

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uring Advent, the streets and squares of the UNESCO World Heritage city of Regensburg are filled with sparkling Christmas lights. The castle-like towers of the mansions built by medieval patricians look magical in the shimmering atmosphere, as do the four Christmas Markets. Each market has its own charm and you can reach them by foot as they are all situated in the heart of the Old Town (open November 27th to December 23rd, 2014). The most famous Christmas Market in Regensburg is the Romantic Christmas Market in the courtyard of Thurn and Taxis Palace, a fairy-tale like Christmas event. This market offers traditional Bavarian delicacies and a varied program of cultural events, such as daily entertainment programs with themed nights like, “The Night of Choirs” and “Bavarian Style Christmas.”

Regensburg Tourismus GmbH | Phone: +49 (0)941 5074410 tourismus@regensburg.de | www.regensburg.us.com

Christmas package tour 2 nights including breakfast, audio guide for 3 hrs, admission to the Romantic Christmas market in the courtyard of Thurn und Taxis Palace a 175.00

© Uwe Niklas

Nuremberg

CHRISTKINDLESMARKT NUREMBERG – A WINTER WONDERLAND

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ure romanticism, a visit to the past, but also future-oriented mindset in the form of organic foods – all this can be found at the Nuremberg Christmas Market. Beginning Friday, November 28th, the main market is aglow, the main market is aglow through Christmas Eve; a few feet further, is where you’ll find the “Nuremberg Sister City Christmas Market” where Nuremberg’s sister cities from all over the world take part (the USA is represented by Atlanta) – this provides an international Christmas flair. And the Kids Christmas Market on the Hans-Sachs-Platz draws the little ones into its spell. A shopping stroll on Nuremberg’s streets and lanes in festive lights is a true experience. Back at the main market, the traditional wooden booths beckon with a mix of aromas of mulled wine, bratwurst and of course gingerbread. The “little city of wood and cloth” has everything that makes the days before Christmas so truely charming.

Opening Hours Nov 28th to Dec 24th: Opening Day November 28th: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Opening Ceremony: 5:30 p.m.

Monday – Thursday: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Friday & Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

© Steffen Oliver Riese

Nuremberg Convention and Tourist Office | Phone: +49 (0)911 23360 tourismus@nuernberg.de | tourismus.nuernberg.de

Discover the home of K채the Wohlfahrt and the fascinating world of the year-round Christmas Village in the romantic city of Rothenburg, Germany (see cover page). Enjoy shopping amidst 30,000 traditional Christmas decorations and gift ideas. Or visit the German Christmas Museum on the first floor and learn more about the origins of modern Christmas decorations.

Smaller K채the Wohlfahrt stores are also located in Nuremberg, Oberammergau and Bamberg. More Information: www.wohlfahrt.com