With the aim of capturing the enormous variety of this magical region of Germany, Rodney Bolt spent over two years travelling through the unspoiled backwoods of the Bavarian forest, along the rolling countryside of the Romantic Road, and among the craggy peaks of the Alps. Whether you want to paraglide over sparkling lakes, discover hidden villages of half-timbered houses or marvel at soaring Gothic cathedrals and fairytale castles, the Cadogan guide will point you in the right direction. This fully revised and updated second edition contains knowledgeable and entertaining insights into Roman ruins and Romanesque chapels; best-value and discerning listings on where to stay and eat, drink, shop and play; and practical, reliable advice on music festivals and Christmas markets, vineyards and local breweries. (5 11/16 X 8 1/4, 216 pages, index, appendices, illustrations, maps)