The assassination of Nazi Henchman Heydrich is a multi-faceted story: A bold plan, botched execution, betrayal and mass reprisals. These Czech hereos…... more
Schwabing is one of the most storied “boroughs” of Munich. Under Prince Regent Luitpold, this district flourished with the “Art Deco” styles of the…... more
Locals refer to their "Hausberg" or "Home Mountain" when taking to others. Appreciation and enjoyment of this famed mountain range holds a special…... more
During WWII some 70% of Munich was destroyed in aerial bombardment. Everyone has seen photos of German Cities laid to waste – debris was everywhere.…... more
A legendary figure and still beloved by Bavarians, Ludwig II died a mysterious death in Lake Starnberg 125 years ago. To this day, no one can say with…... more
June 4, 2011 marked the 116th anniversary of Cincinnati's German Day celebrations. Expanded from a one day event, the party now spills over to two…... more
The storied 6th generation Schneider Weissbier brewery sent several representatives to visit the US East Coast and spread the word about the great…... more
The Bavarians take their beer so seriously that the Bavarian State Minister (Governor) will be in the Hofbrauhaus tonight to tap the Maibock - and it…... more
The story behind the founding of BayernTrips is explored in this local news story developed by Margaret Levra at the Ironwood Daily Globe in Scott…... more
2010 was the first time I accompanied Vonia on BayernTrips’ Christmas Market Tour. She’s always told me that the “feel” of the trip is significantly…... more
In a nod to the 200th Anniversary of Oktoberfest, a new area is planned this year at Oktoberfest. Located at the far south end of the Wiesn, it…... more
Blind Tasting is the premise behind “The Beer Trials.” The first 60 pages of the 312 page book describe the theory and the process behind the book.…... more
