Munich and the Foothills of the Alps

Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide © 2002 | In Munich, where locals specialize in good living, we visit boisterous markets and go-for-Baroque palaces, while office workers surf in the Isar River. Heading into the foothills of the Alps, we tour the fairy-tale castles of "Mad" King Ludwig, and climb to the highest point in Germany atop the Zugspitze. Then we cross into Tirol to conquer a desolate ruined castle. #ricksteves #ricksteveseurope #munich
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[@tonithompson7422]

Rick Steve's is to traveling as Bob Ross was to painting...same type of relaxing narration...love it! and watch both.

[@andeeangel561]

Agree 100%. To know them is to love and admire them.

[@xctf1230]

Yeah I agree, I don't even know why I like watching these but I do. I'm not a history guy at all, but these videos make it seem cool.

[@yamahonkawazuki]

this is an old reply but i do agree.

[@yamahonkawazuki]

@@xctf1230 i look at most of these following my ancestry. munich being one place out of many german towns/cities. can travel without spending a dime.

[@xctf1230]

@@yamahonkawazuki yeah, our history teacher had us watch one for an assignment and thats how I got into it 😂

[@aeromedical6750]

I lived in Bavaria (Augsburg) for 3 years while in the US Army. You cannot appreciate its beauty until you see it in person. The German people are very proud of their country and they are very environmentally conscious. The cities are very clean and the people very warm. Munich has so much history. Someday, I hope to make it back.

[@ericmarks9519]

10th

[@tizianinmunchen9700]

As a guy from munich it feels good to hear this . Thanks

[@noahperez7830]

aeromedical67 I love going to Germany and when I saw this in person I was so amazed , Germany’s my favorite place so far

[@nnggghhaa3709]

sad that germans are being replaced

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nnggg hhaa By who?

[@positivegradient]

I am currently on a KZbin tour of Europe, and Rick Steves is my guide.

[@ritubohra2559]

His narration is very charming, knowledgeable nd great.

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I am a travel KZbinr in Kolkata. Kudos to you

[@ritubohra2559]

Its great nd fantastic news Shantanu ji

[@KarinWettig]

Dear Rick, I live in Munich since many years now. Today an American friend sent me your video. I love it. Thank you so much for this wonderful presentation.

[@Thomasfrohwitter]

Hello Dr. Anna

[@dagda3000]

The view at 18:36 is some serious fantasy stuff.

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[@HugoVargas-yk9up]

Beautiful observations! Hello from Beverly Hills California

[@dr.winstonsmith]

Good catch!

[@pop-esum5125]

4:25 the beer lady is immortalised in every rick steves’ europe intro😄😂

[@scottfoster2639]

Having just come back from Munich, I am not sure to be more amazed of the art work and history or the fact that the city was completely rebuilt, including many works of art.

[@pigoff123]

I went to Neuschwannstein several times. Once on a school field trip dragged my family once and then took my daughter and brother to see it. My daughter helped give the tour with the tour guide.

[@thetimemaster1475]

One of my favorite places in Europe is Bavaria. Some of the best memories I have are there.

[@JohnAckerman93]

Same here! I was there last June with some family, and it was a dream come true for me. I had always wanted to go to Europe since I was young. We visited Munich, Stuttgart, Feldkirchen, stayed a night in Vienna, and went to Salzburg. I actually cried a few times while on the trip. It was breathtaking

[@michaelsullivan1052]

Bavaria is absolutely stunning. I was there 30 years ago. I visited the castles of Ludwig II. I remember sitting on the balcony of my hotel at night, looking out to see both Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau castles light up at night. It really felt magical. I've been to Munich twice and it is such a great city. Would love to go back.

[@JohnAckerman93]

I’m going in June with some family. It has been a dream of mine since I was young to go to Europe. We are going to Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.

[@5alitavakoli]

Rick please keep on travelling and sharing! :)

[@hunclemike]

I hope the old charm of Bavaria is never step on by modern buildings and trendy living.....

[@leDespicable]

Oh,really? Didn't know that... and I live there.

[@rainerwinkler6140]

@JR Kipling that's just not true

[@Dacronhai]

JR Kipling Invasion may be the wrong term.

[@danielguy851]

Dacron invasion definitely is the wrong term

[@edelweiss2971]

@@danielguy851 Invation mostly make destruction, so yes. But keep hoping München never get any modern buildings in a greater amount...

[@HhappyBirthday]

Climb every mountain, Ford every stream, Follow every rainbow, Till you find your dream

[@magnushelin007]

HhappyBirthday Beautiful :'l

[@KingSlimjeezy]

but i'm le tired

[@shonyagura8508]

Visited Munchen once recently and to me it was the nicest town in Germany (been to different parts over the years). One striking feature is that every eatery has beer and every time you eat you've gotta drink different beers in humongous mugs. Another striking fact is that no matter how many beers you drink a day, you never get drunk, unlike American beer, flat but alcoholic. A third striking feature is that the typical German (or what they consider Bavarian) homes are located in a small part of the town, the rest are typical new European design like boxed multi storey apartment buildings, each of different colors. The Marienplatz is the hub for people and is the main attraction for everyone.

[@MrFreakyBoss]

I like Rick Steves' narratives, so watching his programs is always a pleasure for me. And Munich is really a very nice visit. But I would add the "Deutches Museum". A unique museum

[@Dacronhai]

Deutsches Museum*

[@henryirigoyen7606]

i think germany is such a beautiful country, i was there whille in the U.S ARMY, stationed in AUGSBURG, Visited MUNICH , and went to tour a castle but don,t remember the name. their small villages are so quaint and very clean, beautiful mountains, this was in 1952

[@ronp.6782]

Wow then you must be fairly old now!

[@mikeparkerson1497]

When I was in Bavaria (65-66) I loved to drive the back roads on a day off of duty until I would find a gasthaus a la 'Cabaret' and have a lunch of sausage and kraut, a dollop of mustard, with a liter of bier. Nothing finer in the USA.

[@iainmcintosh9068]

It doesn't get any better than Bavaria , the history , culture , Architechture & the wonderful people , then you have the Bavarian alps , just heavenly , The people of Bavaria have a lot to be proud of , all this from a scotsman

[@amandacousins928]

I love this city,it’s known as the “city of sweethearts in Europe”

[@pigoff123]

I was born in Munich in a military hospital but now it is a German hospital. We lived in Hessen from 72 to 96 when my father was in the military and then worked for the military

[@philgraham415]

Ah, my favorite region on all of earth.

[@ashphillips4753]

Phillip Graham love Schloß Neuschwanstein, notice it in your background pic.

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[@Anderixx]

Jo basst.

[@neistonkogn9100]

@LagiNaLangAko23 yeah the far west is dying it's so incredibly sad. Germany now compared to a decade or more ago is so sad to see.

[@Baldgol4]

A bit of heaven on earth. We did Munich, Zurich, Vienna, Salzburg and would love to return.

[@indyslimshady]

Hey Doug....we are going there late fall (mid-November). How many days did you spend to visit all this region? And does traveling in late fall makes sense?

[@chrisb3189]

I've been there multiple times. There is basically hardly any snow anymore and temperatures are warm. Defenitely less tourists than in summer or xmas

[@northernwombat8217]

***** Munich really rocks! did you travel there already?

[@northernwombat8217]

Chris B Sure! this is a lovely region!

[@mattesrocket]

mid- November is the worst time to visit middle and northern Europe, concerning weather and many tourist locations are closed then. For example places in the nice nature are not able to visit. But the climate Change will give you a little chance that you can get nice weather even in November, but usually it is windy, rainy and cold +15 to -5 degrees Celsius.

[@thomtini]

I have traveled far and wide, and Bavaria is without doubt the most beautiful place I have ever been.

[@johnramos3718]

Rick Steves has given us plenty of places to see and things to do over our many years if travel.

[@theresapeterson1480]

I homeschool and we are watching these as we "travel" to Germany 🇩🇪

[@gabrielleangelica1977]

Great idea 💡

[@JD-zd8tm]

I visite Bad Tôlz several years ago and was blown away by it . I even took in the street signs so when we missed the last train from Munich after the Oktoberfest we too a cab and I knew exactly where our our hotel was .Great country and hopefully one day I would love to get back for Christmas. I bet it's great that time of year as well . Greetings from a "New Yawkah"

[@luckyqualmi]

Some say it's even better. ;)

[@jamesd9900]

I love all of Rick's European videos, but this one is my favorite, probably because my favorite European country is Germany, with Bavaria being my favorite part. He does a great job of sharing some epic highlights. I've been there twice in the past 12 months and I can't wait to go back!

[@lynnelovett8999]

Bavaria was my favorite part of Germany. I miss many things about Germany such as October Fest and the beautiful Alps. Thanks Rick Steves for the tour and reliving my memories.

[@fuffthebucks7266]

I'm visiting Munich next week! I am incredibly excited, this is my first time on the main continent of Europe, it looks like the most beautiful place in the world!

[@CHOP181095]

+Conner Hendrick since your comment is 6 month old, i guess you vistited? how was it? ^^

[@chrisb3189]

Good for cycling and geocaching and exploring

[@isabellamori592]

This man got so amazed by Bavaria that keeps visiting it

[@luckyqualmi]

@@isabellamori592 He got germanized. He doesn't respond anymore since it would be ineffiecent. :-|

[@jphilology7357]

Yes, the foundation, by Nature in the natural world and from there created by through Wagner and the nature of King Ludwig's inspired genius.

[@Thechongdee1]

Because of your excellent presentations, I have been able to travel around the world without setting my feet out of my country. Thank you very much.

[@likeakittie]

Omg I would love to live in Germany because I love to drink beer and the villages are absolutely beautiful!

[@mubashirkarim7039]

Great Work by Rick Steves. Europe is full of Historic work and Greenery. I love Europe.

[@artofgloom]

I learn about places like this, and I strongly feel that Bavaria, and Austria/Germany is my true home. Where the blood that flows within me had originated here.

[@vickielynne9493]

to even imagine some place could be this beautiful ...thank you for allowing me to see truly it does ...simply gorgeous thank you so much for sharing ..sweet day to you:)

[@Thomasfrohwitter]

Hello Vickie

[@armychic15]

Just returned last Tuesday from an AMAZING 11-day adventure to Germany (and Austria). So many wonderful and beautiful things to see and do, and much to learn; my senses went into overload, lol. This was my first trip; I'm most definitley going back:)

[@jasonhanner6815]

Hello Katrina,how are you doing and how's the weather today?

[@Thomasfrohwitter]

Hello Katrina

[@Carlo.Ggy.]

Did you go solo?

[@stephencheung2224]

Very beautiful country

[@pikiwiki]

Rick Steves does it again! Quality narration nuanced to suit the topic with interesting insights presented in plain speech. Masterful.

[@gangasinghrathore4709]

I just found this channel and i have fallen in love with your work sir

[@Tridhos]

Wonderful part of Germany, Munich is a great city wonderful food, beer and lots to see.

[@Themightyfinder1]

***** As somebody living in Berlin for now about 20 years, I can definitely deny.

[@Themightyfinder1]

Well, I personally think Berlin is terrible compared to Munich ;-) And I know many other folks from Berlin who share my opinion. So what exactly makes you think that yours is the right one? I guess it really is a matter of personal favor.

[@Themightyfinder1]

Well, I could at least give the same amount of arguments pro Munich and contra Berlin. But like I said, it is simply pointless to discuss something that completely basics on personal favor and preferences. Therefore, I find it somehow wrong to tell somebody "this is the better city because xxx...". Just let them find out for themselves :)

[@Tridhos]

I was in Berlin several years ago my previous visit to that was many years before the Berlin Wall came down. I was amazed at the changes that had already been made and the way this great capital city was being returned to its former glory. I wouldn't even attempt to compare Munich with Berlin both have their own attractions and I would urge people to visit both. If you visit Berlin then prior to your visit go on the internet and book a visit to the Reichstag I gather it must be booked in advance so I was disappointed. However it is a city I plan on returning to, I want to do the river cruise along the Elbe and also repeat the Berlin city river cruise a wonderful way to see the city.

[@Themightyfinder1]

Thats what I meant, they both have their very special attractions :) and are pretty hard, if not impossible to compare

[@anndeakin1508]

Munich great city and place of castles and mountains and marvellous views great trips. 1980/90s

[@GenghisKhan22]

I'm so glad to find this series on KZbin !

[@sfchaas]

I love this man's travelogues(?). If I ever won the lottery, I would retire in Bavaria...........in the Alps, of course. When I was stationed in Germany (1980-1982), I traveled to the Alps 4 or 5 times. I remember being up in the Alps and staying at a mountaintop gasthaus and seeing all the wildflowers and feeling the ambient beauty of the place. I traveled to a small village and watched the cows return from their high pasture and the way the cattle would stop when one of them would stop and get a drink of water at a fountain. When the cow was satiated, they would continue on, cow bells and all. What an enchanting place.

[@mikeparkerson1497]

When in the Army I lived for a year in Bad Aibling, about fifty miles east of Munich near the Austrian border at Salzburg. Fascinatingly beautiful part of the world. Watching this Steves' program reminds me of that area. I went to Munich many times but never to Salzburg. I wished I could have but that was during the Cold War, long before the European Union.

[@pjgibbons7625]

Munich is incredible and has a fantastic football club.

[@worldrallyxperimental1614]

1860

[@Maxtherealone]

@@worldrallyxperimental1614 haha, nooooooo 😂👎

[@lynnelovett8999]

I miss the October Fest. One of the prettiest parts of Germany. I really would like to have that time back. The Alps are just breathtaking. I miss those nice peaceful days unlike in the world today. Thank you Mr. Rick Steves for bringing back the wonderful memories. Safe travels and adventures.

[@realloreal]

I can travel all over the world from the comfort of my home. I always love Rick Steve's Europe. He's truly authentic and has lasted through out the years.😎😎😎😎2018 and forever...

[@nothingheretowatch7371]

Man I love Europe :)

[@namcat53]

Thanks Rick and all our great guides! You're the BEST! We love you!

[@MikeyGQOTA]

Sweet, thank you Rick!

[@ashishdawane3615]

so rich art, culture, and people....

[@remi1239]

We were in Munchen 2 weeks ago: what a wonderfull and beautiful city. It is really worth visiting.

[@1964GJH]

Thanks Steve, you're the best! I travel with you....

[@vaibhavkumar7571]

Europe is the most beautiful place in the world.

[@OlympianGift]

Make your place of origin the most beautiful

[@OlympianGift]

@I HATE TOUCANS his own statement proves it so.

[@BPSchauhan]

I am Indian, can not believe such beautiful places. Thanks a lot for Travelling dream places...... thanks !

[@BillMintjeHD-Brussels-Belgium]

hi....I am Indonesian and indeed it is worth it to visit.

[@puiuleahu3732]

Rumania

[@luckyqualmi]

Get really good at an IT related topic (preferable software architecture or AI development) and come to us. We heard you guys somehow have a talent in these areas. Do not waste your time in an "call center with Microsoft-technicans helping" Americans, if you know what I mean. It's up to you... ;)

[@jensmelzer1887]

Für mich, als Deutscher, sind diese Berichte echt sehr interessant.Toll ! weiter so.. keep on !

[@arela1030]

Wow what what a lovely beautiful country ,everything is excellent and perfect. Someday visit ,thanks for your lovely video,god bless and peace to all of us

[@pol1250]

Munich really has a lot to offer! There are aswell a big zoo, the famous BMW museum,a great football stadium and for the younger people there are great place to go out ( without lederhosen !!) And the best thing : It isn't that expensive !!

[@mattesrocket]

but to live there it's the most expensive city in Germany

[@qishi1974]

Bavaria nature is very beautiful and with many nice castles.

[@user-ur9bv6wi2j]

Great 👍

[@guleryilmaz3279]

I feel sad when he says "keep travelling" especially these days...

[@Joseph3391399]

one day! gotta save money for future travels!!!

[@guleryilmaz3279]

@@Joseph3391399 Yes!!! This is the spirit 😇🤞

[@Imt8888_]

Thanks Rick Love you so much for the video.Bavaria is just like heaven.I was born in Frankfurt.But to me,Munchen is the sweetest European city.

[@connorgaydos8677]

So glad to see Rick Steves having such a good time with Daniel Tosh

[@zivmontenegro8303]

Been rewatching this 3 times to fall in love with Bavarian men and culture! Thanks Steve!

[@cooldesertbreeze23]

LOVELY... I will be there in a few days!! so happy to visit again and go to the Motherland (my mother is 100% German) - I am 50% and the other is Norwegian/Finish - Great Video

[@septube26]

Looking forward to my travels to Munich, one day soon. Thanks Rick!

[@rawabiahmad1494]

Lots of information more than any video about Munich city . Vielen Danke ! 🍺

[@oljas4642]

Thank u Rick! Your work is wonderful!

[@rozakfassah7730]

Last year I stayed in Munich, really love every corner of this city

[@Joker-yw9hl]

Love Bavarian Germany from the UK

[@shaezmina]

One of favorite places to live.

[@derxer614]

Really authentic report! Greetings from Munich :D

[@GIOJL]

+Der Xer The castles!!!! :)))))

[@kevlarss22]

+Der Xer Im from Texas and been to Munster in 2012 in return my German friend came to Texas in October 2015. In 2016 I will gladly be back in Germany, this time Dusselorf

[@hansnoblenordberg7446]

Der Xer very nice.

[@TheArlberg1]

Just wonderful. Up with the Worlds best Videos! Makes me want to go there again and again.

[@chuckkottke]

Wow, after the chocolate house, I was thinking about hopping on a bike and taking a ride! We have such limited chocolates in the US, I'll have to visit Munich just to try some of Europe's finest chocolate treats!🌞

[@kristinefrancisco1111]

Germany is beautiful country

[@Maxtherealone]

Come over, ill show you around.

[@TENNESSEETORNADO]

GORGEOUS... Brings back memories when I was stationed in Germany

[@b8hovenusa]

Ich liebe mein Land und meine Heimat.

[@saurabhmahajan1431]

Rick, you are great!

[@vishalsrivastava7896]

Absolutely loved it. Wish to visit Western Europe someday.

[@DieterLo1]

Great! Greetings from Ruedesheim, Drosselgasse, Germany!

[@el-mehdibenchaib9950]

Wonderful Rick I like to learn new things about different cultures and nations. It's so great to travel and see all what you see, I want to travel and learn something new in my life. Thanks!

[@BillMintjeHD-Brussels-Belgium]

We love Bavaria area, and falling in love with the Neuschwanstain Castle....such a beautiful castle. And the other one Linderhof also super pretty, small and elegant. love ... love...love it.

[@nataliakomissarova6296]

Thanks a lot for wonderful trip. Munich is perfect. Castles are so gorgeous.

[@MikeAdorff]

Fine video!

[@aaronarseneau1360]

Rick Steves is my hero wish I had his job!!

[@gomiux2003]

I want to visit München next year! Danke Shon!

[@melissar4012]

I miss Germany I used to live their in 2007 and I haven't been there for 10 years 😘😉😖

[@dinerouk]

I lived and worked for US Forces there from 1975 to 2002, but interrrupted by summer job in Spain for 3 seasons, going back to England for short trips, and holidays in Greece. So 9 years in total. Great time!

[@rafieleromero7708]

dear ricksteves im from the phillpines.. i been watching your video i really love scotland and germany my dream to go those place... but im no rich person.. see those place.. my dreams.. thanks...

[@jalan2yuuk689]

Beautiful city...

[@DiscoveringDestinations]

Great to watch your video and see the places we have visited last year (2017) !!! We had a great time in Munich and really fun experience at Hofbräuhaus! And the castles were just breathtaking!

[@andeeangel561]

Thank you, Rick! Another fascinating, mouth-watering, magical mystery tour you have brought me.

[@Kristin_and_Sveins_journeys]

Looks like a great place that only needs to be visited once, must add it to the list of places to visit 😃

[@maghf0or782]

beautiful places waoo

[@GOEUGOTravelDuLichChauAu]

Thanks!

[@elysenordby6200]

Although a bit dated, Rick Steeves always provides very helpful information! Going to this area next month!!

[@placidodiazbarriga4915]

Rick Steves is the BEST

[@wolfgirl190]

I really enjoyed watching this

[@mokshareddyGovindareddygari]

Awesome Steve. Thanks a lot for the exploration :) keep posting these type of videos for the world

[@noras.isabeydelvillar1857]

Such a wonderful place!

[@morganfreeman4204]

I’m living in Munich right now. It’s very good.

[@cyberfrank-bx2nv]

the salvation of humanity is being frank, no matter your origins, its the only way we can get to trust, and make a team. the universe is free, a gift from God, all men are equals. a puzzle only the brightest men can understand. peace & love to all! good work!

[@prawittasomjing6744]

love it Rick Steve, I will go to drink beer and visit Germany in 2019 , fall in love from Thailand 💓 many countries he visited so I love it like I travel with him lol 😅