One of the most beautiful places we have ever visited. If…read moreangels take a vacation from heaven... then they either visit here or Norway. Stunning views, lovely people, wonderful cafes and restaurants.... A worthwhile drive or train ride if you are anywhere in Austria, or even nearby in Switzerland, or Germany.

Gorgeous, relaxing, alpine town -- definitely worth visiting as a either day trip from Munch, or to…read morerelax for a few days in a beautiful setting where you can meet tons of friendly German tourists on holiday. Cold, clear waters. Shops and restaurants. Hiking, boating, etc. Excellent for activities, for nature, and for people-watching. There is something special and fun about holiday/tourist towns that mostly have domestic tourists. If Tegernsee had a U.S. counterpart, it would be Lake Tahoe: Sure, folks come from all over the country and world to Lake Tahoe, but the majority come from all over California and Nevada. This is a town where people have second homes and spend the whole summer there -- that sort of thing. As an international visitor, I loved seeing Germans from all over the country on vacation and hanging out.

One of my favourite places to visit in Bavaria and less than an hours drive from Munich and…read moreprobably about the same by train. Beautiful lake surrounded by the Bavarian Alps and stunning scenery. A great place to visit in the Winter or Summer. Nice shops, bier garden the palace and church make it a great day out.

I have the fondest memories for St. Margarethen - after all, I learned to ride here many years ago!…read more Gut!: -They have an outdoor ring for regular riding lessons, an indoor arena for shows/acrobatics/inclement weather, and amazing trails around the area. I loved the trail rides the most - just watch out for the horse flies! -They had an amazing summer camp program where kids stay over at the stables and learn everything about the horses - mucking out stalls, feeding/grooming/care, riding ... it looked really amazing, but there was a very long wait list, and I was only there for a few months. The one and only eh - but a very fond one: These ponies have a mind of their own and will cut into the corners of the ring during the lessons/exercises. I remember getting scolded by the instructor for letting my horse slack off. They really are stubborn and smart! I'm still very much in love with my favorite Fjord - Rocco. You're probably in pony heaven now, but I miss you buddy!