DK Munich and the Bavarian Alps

Make your trip to Munich and the Bavarian Alps extraordinary


An afternoon of gallery hopping through the streets of Munich. Sampling German beer in the tranquil beer gardens of Memmingen. Hiking around Lake Chiemsee admiring the soaring peaks of the Bavarian Alps. Munich and the Bavarian Alps offer enough bucket-list experiences to fill a lifetime. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK travel guide is the perfect companion.

With a brand-new design, beautiful new photography and new inspirational content, this fully updated guide brings Munich and the Bavarian Alps to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does. Inside, you'll find trusted travel advice, expert-led insights, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our unique hand-drawn illustrations, which take you inside the region's buildings and neighbourhoods.
You'll discover:
- our pick of the region's must-sees and top experiences
- beautiful photography and detailed illustrations, taking you to the heart of Munich and the Bavarian Alps
- the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay
- detailed maps and walks which make navigating the region easy
- easy-to-follow itineraries
- expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe
- colour-coded chapters to each part of Munich and the Bavarian Alps
- a lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you go

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