Tag: Oberammergau
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A Guide to Exploring Oberammergau, Germany
Insider tips from my 10+ years in Oberammergau. Discover the Passion Play, fairy-tale painted buildings, scenic forest hikes, and where to stay.
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Into the Forest: Watching a Wild Deer Feeding in the German Alps
Every winter, officials in the German state of Bavaria organize feedings for wild deer — much to the delight of the animals and the spectators.
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A Valley Ablaze: The King Ludwig Bonfire in Oberammergau, Germany
Celebrating the Fairytale King’s August birthday, Shawn and I join local traditions for König-Ludwig-Feuer, an annual event with massive bonfires that light up Oberammergau’s peaks.
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Curvy Exhilaration: Riding the Alpine Coaster in Oberammergau, Germany
Flying down the mountain on Oberammergau’s Alpine Coaster, we experience the thrill of Germany’s scenic Kolbensattel summer rodelbahn toboggan run.
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A Peek at Germany’s Ettal Monastery
Surrounded by Alpine peaks, Shawn and I uncover the artistic grandeur, Baroque and Rococo architecture, and serene heritage of Bavaria’s historic Ettal Monastery.
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Slap Happy: Dancing the Schuhplattler in Bavaria
In Oberammergau, we witness the rhythmic, energetic Schuhplattler folk dance, a historic Bavarian tradition performed in classic Lederhosen and Dirndls.
