June 2010 | Germany Travel

Schleißheim Palaces – Munich

June 9, 2010 By Helen Page Leave a Comment

A complex of Three Palaces: Schloss Schleißheim is a complex of three palaces set in a grand Baroque park in the village of Oberschleißheim in the northern edge of Munich. The Old Schloss Schleissheim began as a country house and hermitage built by Duke Wilhelm V of Bavaria. From an early stage, the Duke renounced the splendours of court life, instead devoting himself to religious meditation. In 1598 he abdicated, allowing his son Maximilian to take over the rule. In his country … [Read more...]

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Munich Residenz – the Largest City Palace in Germany

June 8, 2010 By Helen Page 1 Comment

Munich Residenz was the seat of Bavarian Dukes, Electors and Kings: The Munich Residenz is the largest city palace in Germany. It served as the seat of government and the residence of Bavarian dukes, electors and kings for 410 years, from 1508 to 1918. What began as a small moated castle in 1385 at the north-eastern corner of town (the Neuveste, or new citadel), the Munich Residenz was gradually expanded by the Wittelsbach rulers over the centuries into a magnificent palace with its … [Read more...]

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Schloss Nymphenburg – Munich's Favourite Palace

June 7, 2010 By Helen Page 2 Comments

Nymphenburg Palace is one of the most Beautiful Palaces in Europe: One of the favourite Munich attractions, and said to be one of Europe's most beautiful palaces is the Schloss Nymphenburg. This Baroque palace, set in the western part of Munich, was the summer residence of Bavarian monarchs for generations. Schloss Nymphenburg was a gift from Elector Ferdinand Maria to his wife Henriette Adelaide of Savoy to celebrate the birth of their son and heir to the throne. The couple had been married … [Read more...]

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What to Eat and Drink on your Black Forest Holiday

June 6, 2010 By Helen Page Leave a Comment

Black Forest Ham Vesper © Christoph Eberle/STG..

Good Food is High Priority in the Black Forest: The Black Forest region is famous for its cuisine and you don't have to dine at the many Michelin-rated restaurants to enjoy good food. Check out the menus at village guest houses and you will be surprised at the selection of culinary treats on offer. Black Forest ham is a specialty in this area and you'll see this served at breakfast as well as for light snacks. Ham is also used in many of the asparagus dishes of the region. Traditional … [Read more...]

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Maultaschen – The "Little Ones Who Cheat the Lord"

June 5, 2010 By Helen Page Leave a Comment

Maultaschen © Tourism Marketing Baden-Württemberg

A Swabian Regional Specialty similar to the Ravioli: One of the most famous regional specialties you will come across on your travels in the state of Baden-Württemberg is the Maultaschen. This Swabian specialty is rather similar to ravioli, but are a little bigger in size. The Maultaschen are filled with meat and spinach and are traditionally served in a broth ("in der Brühe") or can be eaten either baked in butter and sprinkled with boiled egg (geröstet) or with onions fried in bacon fat … [Read more...]

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A Holiday in the Black Forest (Schwarzwald)

June 4, 2010 By Helen Page Leave a Comment

The Schwarzwald is one of Germany's most Popular Holiday Regions: The Black Forest (Schwarzwald) is one of Germany’s oldest and most popular holiday regions and even people who aren’t familiar with the region know that it’s the home of the cuckoo clock, have enjoyed its famous Black Forest cake and heard of some old myths and legends of sorcerers, witches and werewolves that supposedly lurk in the dark forests. The Black Forest is a wooded mountain region in the German state of … [Read more...]