Why you should swap the French Alps for the Bavarian mountains this summer

With lush meadows filled with wildflowers, crystal-clear lakes for wild swimming, and castles reachable only by forest trails, Annabel Grossman discovers an outdoor lover’s paradise in Germany’s most picturesque region

Jul 25, 2025 - 23:00
Why you should swap the French Alps for the Bavarian mountains this summer
With lush meadows filled with wildflowers, crystal-clear lakes for wild swimming, and castles reachable only by forest trails, Annabel Grossman discovers an outdoor lover’s paradise in Germany’s most picturesque region