Munich and the Foothills of the Alps
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10 жыл бұрынRick 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 7 жыл бұрын
Rick Steve's is to traveling as Bob Ross was to painting...same type of relaxing narration...love it! and watch both.
@andeeangel561 4 жыл бұрын
Agree 100%. To know them is to love and admire them.
@xctf1230 4 жыл бұрын
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 3 жыл бұрын
this is an old reply but i do agree.
@yamahonkawazuki 3 жыл бұрын
@@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 3 жыл бұрын
@@yamahonkawazuki yeah, our history teacher had us watch one for an assignment and thats how I got into it 😂
@aeromedical6750 6 жыл бұрын
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 5 жыл бұрын
10th
@tizianinmunchen9700 4 жыл бұрын
As a guy from munich it feels good to hear this . Thanks
@noahperez7830 4 жыл бұрын
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 4 жыл бұрын
sad that germans are being replaced
@Dacronhai 4 жыл бұрын
nnggg hhaa By who?
@positivegradient 4 жыл бұрын
I am currently on a KZfaq tour of Europe, and Rick Steves is my guide.
@ritubohra2559 3 жыл бұрын
His narration is very charming, knowledgeable nd great.
@AmitSenguptaVlogs 3 жыл бұрын
I am a travel KZfaqr in Kolkata. Kudos to you
@ritubohra2559 3 жыл бұрын
Its great nd fantastic news Shantanu ji
@dagda3000 9 жыл бұрын
The view at 18:36 is some serious fantasy stuff.
@maryhausherr3188 3 жыл бұрын
dagda3000 communityapps
@HugoVargas-yk9up 3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful observations! Hello from Beverly Hills California
@dr.winstonsmith 3 жыл бұрын
Good catch!
@hunclemike 8 жыл бұрын
I hope the old charm of Bavaria is never step on by modern buildings and trendy living.....
@leDespicable 5 жыл бұрын
Oh,really? Didn't know that... and I live there.
@rainerwinkler6140 4 жыл бұрын
@JR Kipling that's just not true
@Dacronhai 4 жыл бұрын
JR Kipling Invasion may be the wrong term.
@danielguy851 4 жыл бұрын
Dacron invasion definitely is the wrong term
@edelweiss2971 2 жыл бұрын
@@danielguy851 Invation mostly make destruction, so yes. But keep hoping München never get any modern buildings in a greater amount...
@HhappyBirthday 9 жыл бұрын
Climb every mountain, Ford every stream, Follow every rainbow, Till you find your dream
@magnushelin007 6 жыл бұрын
HhappyBirthday Beautiful :'l
@KingSlimjeezy 5 жыл бұрын
but i'm le tired
@pigoff123 5 ай бұрын
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.
@scottfoster2639 Жыл бұрын
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.
@iainmcintosh9068 3 жыл бұрын
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
@KarinWettig 9 жыл бұрын
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 3 жыл бұрын
Hello Dr. Anna
@thetimemaster1475 10 ай бұрын
One of my favorite places in Europe is Bavaria. Some of the best memories I have are there.
@pigoff123 5 ай бұрын
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
@michaelsullivan1052 2 жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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.
@shonyagura8508 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@pop-esum5125 3 жыл бұрын
4:25 the beer lady is immortalised in every rick steves’ europe intro😄😂
@henryirigoyen7606 3 жыл бұрын
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 3 жыл бұрын
Wow then you must be fairly old now!
@mikeparkerson1497 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@philgraham415 7 жыл бұрын
Ah, my favorite region on all of earth.
@ashphillips4753 7 жыл бұрын
Phillip Graham love Schloß Neuschwanstein, notice it in your background pic.
@ciarandevaney385 6 жыл бұрын
rrrrrrrrike-o-myrrrrrre
@Anderixx 4 жыл бұрын
Jo basst.
@neistonkogn9100 3 жыл бұрын
@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.
@guleryilmaz3279 3 жыл бұрын
I feel sad when he says "keep travelling" especially these days...
@Joseph3391399 3 жыл бұрын
one day! gotta save money for future travels!!!
@guleryilmaz3279 3 жыл бұрын
@@Joseph3391399 Yes!!! This is the spirit 😇🤞
@MrFreakyBoss 8 жыл бұрын
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 4 жыл бұрын
Deutsches Museum*
@thomtini Жыл бұрын
I have traveled far and wide, and Bavaria is without doubt the most beautiful place I have ever been.
@Baldgol4 8 жыл бұрын
A bit of heaven on earth. We did Munich, Zurich, Vienna, Salzburg and would love to return.
@indyslimshady 7 жыл бұрын
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 7 жыл бұрын
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 7 жыл бұрын
***** Munich really rocks! did you travel there already?
@northernwombat8217 7 жыл бұрын
Chris B Sure! this is a lovely region!
@mattesrocket 7 жыл бұрын
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.
@amandacousins928 2 жыл бұрын
I love this city,it’s known as the “city of sweethearts in Europe”
@stephencheung2224 8 жыл бұрын
Very beautiful country
@5alitavakoli 2 жыл бұрын
Rick please keep on travelling and sharing! :)
@artofgloom 6 жыл бұрын
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.
@likeakittie 9 жыл бұрын
Omg I would love to live in Germany because I love to drink beer and the villages are absolutely beautiful!
@johnramos3718 10 ай бұрын
Rick Steves has given us plenty of places to see and things to do over our many years if travel.
@jamesd9900 Жыл бұрын
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 2 жыл бұрын
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.
@Thechongdee1 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@vaibhavkumar7571 6 жыл бұрын
Europe is the most beautiful place in the world.
@OlympianGift 4 жыл бұрын
Make your place of origin the most beautiful
@OlympianGift 4 жыл бұрын
@I HATE TOUCANS his own statement proves it so.
@GenghisKhan22 9 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad to find this series on KZfaq !
@sfchaas 6 жыл бұрын
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.
@fuffthebucks7266 9 жыл бұрын
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 8 жыл бұрын
+Conner Hendrick since your comment is 6 month old, i guess you vistited? how was it? ^^
@chrisb3189 7 жыл бұрын
Good for cycling and geocaching and exploring
@isabellamori592 4 жыл бұрын
This man got so amazed by Bavaria that keeps visiting it
@luckyqualmi 4 жыл бұрын
@@isabellamori592 He got germanized. He doesn't respond anymore since it would be ineffiecent. :-|
@jphilology7357 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@theresapeterson1480 2 жыл бұрын
I homeschool and we are watching these as we "travel" to Germany 🇩🇪
@gabrielleangelica1977 10 ай бұрын
Great idea 💡
@b8hovenusa 5 жыл бұрын
Ich liebe mein Land und meine Heimat.
@ashishdawane3615 6 жыл бұрын
so rich art, culture, and people....
@kristinefrancisco1111 7 жыл бұрын
Germany is beautiful country
@Maxtherealone 4 жыл бұрын
Come over, ill show you around.
@JD-zd8tm 4 жыл бұрын
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 4 жыл бұрын
Some say it's even better. ;)
@pjgibbons7625 8 жыл бұрын
Munich is incredible and has a fantastic football club.
@worldrallyxperimental1614 6 жыл бұрын
1860
@Maxtherealone 4 жыл бұрын
@@worldrallyxperimental1614 haha, nooooooo 😂👎
@mubashirkarim7039 4 жыл бұрын
Great Work by Rick Steves. Europe is full of Historic work and Greenery. I love Europe.
@BPSchauhan 6 жыл бұрын
I am Indian, can not believe such beautiful places. Thanks a lot for Travelling dream places...... thanks !
@BillMintjeHD-Brussels-Belgium 6 жыл бұрын
hi....I am Indonesian and indeed it is worth it to visit.
@puiuleahu3732 5 жыл бұрын
Rumania
@luckyqualmi 4 жыл бұрын
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... ;)
@remi1239 4 жыл бұрын
We were in Munchen 2 weeks ago: what a wonderfull and beautiful city. It is really worth visiting.
@armychic15 7 жыл бұрын
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 5 жыл бұрын
Hello Katrina,how are you doing and how's the weather today?
@Thomasfrohwitter 3 жыл бұрын
Hello Katrina
@Carlo.Ggy. 2 жыл бұрын
Did you go solo?
@pandaangry1267 Жыл бұрын
@@Carlo.Ggy. im going solo soon
@realloreal 5 жыл бұрын
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...
@pikiwiki 4 жыл бұрын
Rick Steves does it again! Quality narration nuanced to suit the topic with interesting insights presented in plain speech. Masterful.
@anndeakin1508 3 жыл бұрын
Munich great city and place of castles and mountains and marvellous views great trips. 1980/90s
@lynnelovett8999 2 жыл бұрын
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.
@vickielynne9493 9 жыл бұрын
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 3 жыл бұрын
Hello Vickie
@cyberfrank-bx2nv Жыл бұрын
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!
@oljas4642 8 жыл бұрын
Thank u Rick! Your work is wonderful!
@mikeparkerson1497 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@Joker-yw9hl 3 жыл бұрын
Love Bavarian Germany from the UK
@noras.isabeydelvillar1857 7 жыл бұрын
Such a wonderful place!
@pol1250 8 жыл бұрын
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 7 жыл бұрын
but to live there it's the most expensive city in Germany
@1964GJH 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Steve, you're the best! I travel with you....
@AustriaGermany 9 ай бұрын
Beautiful !
@markusorth5450 4 жыл бұрын
I can watch this over and over.
@qishi1974 8 жыл бұрын
Bavaria nature is very beautiful and with many nice castles.
@nataliakomissarova6296 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot for wonderful trip. Munich is perfect. Castles are so gorgeous.
@melissar4012 7 жыл бұрын
I miss Germany I used to live their in 2007 and I haven't been there for 10 years 😘😉😖
@dinerouk 6 жыл бұрын
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!
@Tridhos 9 жыл бұрын
Wonderful part of Germany, Munich is a great city wonderful food, beer and lots to see.
@Themightyfinder1 9 жыл бұрын
***** As somebody living in Berlin for now about 20 years, I can definitely deny.
@Themightyfinder1 9 жыл бұрын
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 9 жыл бұрын
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 9 жыл бұрын
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 9 жыл бұрын
Thats what I meant, they both have their very special attractions :) and are pretty hard, if not impossible to compare
@LulunKipgen-ty1mh 5 жыл бұрын
Not only the view of the places are beautiful but learned lots of history too
@namcat53 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Rick and all our great guides! You're the BEST! We love you!
@rawabiahmad1494 6 жыл бұрын
Lots of information more than any video about Munich city . Vielen Danke ! 🍺
@zivmontenegro8303 Ай бұрын
Been rewatching this 3 times to fall in love with Bavarian men and culture! Thanks Steve!
@andeeangel561 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Rick! Another fascinating, mouth-watering, magical mystery tour you have brought me.
@wolfgirl190 9 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed watching this
@redamehdihassan1113 3 жыл бұрын
A beautiful and amazing show. My thanks, appreciation and respect.
@mawjipatel4448 7 жыл бұрын
Rich, your video on Munich is simply amazing with great presentation.Really best city in Europe.Thanks
@connorgaydos8677 3 жыл бұрын
So glad to see Rick Steves having such a good time with Daniel Tosh
@jalan2yuuk689 8 жыл бұрын
Beautiful city...
@Imt8888_ 6 жыл бұрын
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.
@nothingheretowatch7371 Жыл бұрын
Man I love Europe :)
@elysenordby6200 7 жыл бұрын
Although a bit dated, Rick Steeves always provides very helpful information! Going to this area next month!!
@TENNESSEETORNADO 4 жыл бұрын
GORGEOUS... Brings back memories when I was stationed in Germany
@PaganUchiha 2 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad this show is on youtube now. I missed watching it on tv.
@septube26 4 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to my travels to Munich, one day soon. Thanks Rick!
@TheArlberg1 4 жыл бұрын
Just wonderful. Up with the Worlds best Videos! Makes me want to go there again and again.
@rozakfassah7730 4 жыл бұрын
Last year I stayed in Munich, really love every corner of this city
@peterjohnson617 5 жыл бұрын
I used the Rick Steve`s travel guides in several different countries. Always very helpful
@gangasinghrathore4709 6 жыл бұрын
I just found this channel and i have fallen in love with your work sir
@jensmelzer1887 9 жыл бұрын
Für mich, als Deutscher, sind diese Berichte echt sehr interessant.Toll ! weiter so.. keep on !
@saurabhmahajan1431 3 жыл бұрын
Rick, you are great!
@benwildsmd2751 8 жыл бұрын
Great video! Brings back memories from my high school days in Munich, more than 50 years ago!
@DiscoveringDestinations 6 жыл бұрын
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!
@shaezmina 6 жыл бұрын
One of favorite places to live.
@placidodiazbarriga4915 2 жыл бұрын
Rick Steves is the BEST
@el-mehdibenchaib9950 6 жыл бұрын
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!
@user-ur9bv6wi2j 4 жыл бұрын
Great 👍
@aaronarseneau1360 3 жыл бұрын
Rick Steves is my hero wish I had his job!!
@jeffgoodwin3153 6 жыл бұрын
I look forward to your videos, so inspirational for our clients at Little Bavaria Tours.
@DieterLo1 8 жыл бұрын
Great! Greetings from Ruedesheim, Drosselgasse, Germany!
@mokshareddyGovindareddygari 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome Steve. Thanks a lot for the exploration :) keep posting these type of videos for the world
@arela1030 4 жыл бұрын
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
@maghf0or782 8 жыл бұрын
beautiful places waoo
@BillMintjeHD-Brussels-Belgium 6 жыл бұрын
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.
@clincpb8903 Жыл бұрын
There are a lot of things to see, thank you for sharing.
@roletcacho9752 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah! Keep on travelling here with you 😀
@ianfrancisbenares4699 3 жыл бұрын
Always beautiful
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