Fuggerei Augsburg
The Fuggerei in Augsburg is the world’s oldest social housing estate in use. The settlement from the 16th century is characterised by its idyllic houses, narrow lanes and squares.
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Goldkronach and gold mining
The former mining village of Goldkronach is renowned today for its ties with Alexander von Humboldt. The famous natural scientist who lived for a while in Goldkronach helped mining operations here reach new heights. -
Gössweinstein basilica and pilgrimage museum
The Basilica in Gößweinstein is one of the most important examples of late Baroque architecture in Franconia. It’s a religious masterpiece by the great architect Balthasar Neumann. -
Franconian Open-Air Museum Bad Windsheim
A walk around the Franconian Open-Air Museum in Bad Windsheim is like embarking on a journey through 700 years of history relating to local Franconian life. -
Egerland Culture House Marktredwitz
The museum in the Egerland Arts Centre in Marktredwitz is one of the finest museums in Upper Franconia. With many unique exhibits telling the history of Egerland, here you will embark on a fascinating journey through time. -
Europa Sculpture Park Beratzhausen
The European Sculpture Park adds an artistic touch to the footpath next to the River Schwarze Laber in the town of Beratzhausen. On display are 40 works by international artists covering a variety of subjects. -
Haus im Moos – Open-air museum
The Haus im Moos is an open-air museum in the village of Kleinhohenried and tells the story of the Donaumoos fenlands. There are also nature discovery trails to explore and an animal enclosure. -
Hundertwasser in Abensberg
In Abensberg, you can marvel at the medieval old town and the modern artistic elements from Friedensreich Hundertwasser. Here you can discover artworks inspired by Hundertwasser’s style. -
Holzknechtmuseum Ruhpolding
Nestled among the Chiemgau Alps lies the woodcutters' museum Ruhpolding, which tells the story of the hard life led by the forest workers, called locally "Holzknechte". -
Kitzingen wine trade
Right from a very early point, wine and the wine trade played a key role in Kitzingen, one of the oldest towns in Lower Franconia. In 1482, the oldest German wine law was passed here. -
Celtic and Roman museum in Manching
The Celtic-Roman Museum is located in the Upper Bavarian town of Manching. The museum presents unique archaeological treasures such as 450 Celtic gold coins, well-preserved Roman boats and colourful glass jewellery. -
German Carnival Museum – Kitzingen
The German Carnival Museum in Kitzingen is the official museum of the German Carnival Federation. A selection of masks, costumes and cult objects will guide you through the realms of the local carnival tradition. -
The Limeseum and the Ruffenhofen Roman Park, World Heritage Site
The Ruffenhofen Roman Park is part of the Roman Limes frontier system, which is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The hilltop viewing point offers a wonderful view of the entire site. -
Honey harvesting in the market town of Feucht
In the Middle Ages, the market town of Feucht was a centre for beekeeping and honey production. The medieval court building and the town’s three patrician castles can all be found along a pretty footpath. -
Theuern Cultural Palace
Built in 1781, the Cultural Palace in the Kümmersbruck suburb of Theuern houses the Mining & Industry Museum of East Bavaria. The subjects covered include mining, the Industrial Age and mineral resources.