Bierland Franken

The world over Bavaria is associated with beer but the records are from a small area not many people heard of: Franken Bierland Franken: Franken or Franconia is divided into 3 regions, Upper, Lower and Middle. All of Franken is … Continue reading

The other Side of Bavaria

The Bavaria you should not miss! Aside from all the amazing places which are listed in every guidebook and overrun by busses and tourists, there is another side to this beautiful region, may be not as famous but just as … Continue reading

The Frühschoppen

The word comes from the German word for early “Früh”  and “Schoppen”, which is a ¼ Liter. “Schoppen” is the size of a small beer and also the way you order a glass of wine. “Frühschoppen” usually happen on Sunday … Continue reading

Bavarian Trivia:

Did you know, that Bavaria is one of the oldest states in Europe. As a Bavarian you have a dual citizenship and will always retain it (this is a Bavarian law). The oldest brewery in the world is Weihenstephan. Bavarian … Continue reading

Sauerkraut causes Chaos in Germany!

I have to share this one: It happened on the Autobahn by Friedberg, north of Frankfurt and was all over the news. Click here for the original report as published by Reuters. Frozen Sauerkraut causes chaos on Autobahn Tuesday morning … Continue reading