Walhalla is one of those places that truly surprises you, standing here, high above the Danube…read moreRiver, this massive monument looks like a complete piece of ancient Greece transported right into Bavaria. Inspired by the Parthenon in Athens, although a little bit smaller, its architecture and attention to details are absolutely impressive. And boy, the staircase going down to the river with breathtaking views from the monument are outstanding, overlooking the Danube and the beautiful countryside around it. Just stay calm and meditate for a moment. Inside, there is plenty to explore and learn about German history, if you like, and the important historical figures honored here. King Ludwig I of Bavaria did great building Walhalla and given it to us, who enjoy it now. Definitely worth the trip and an easy five-star experience!

So you're chillaxin' in Bavaria on a very brisk, yet sunny Saturday afternoon and thinking to your…read moreself, "What should I do with myself today?" Then poof, the lightbulb not only comes on, but it explodes! I'll check out the Walhalla Museum that everyone has been raving about. Actually, there's a little hyperbole thrown in there. No one is raving about it. In fact, I think it's one of those awesome sites that are rarely mentioned. Which is just odd, because it's truly breathtaking! The views are amazing! The magnificence of the grand structure! All Roman Empire like reminiscent of a coliseum. It's seriously cool! Yes, there's an entrance fee to go inside, but if you just wanna soak up the view? Totally gratis! If you're in the area, you so wanna check this place out.

We got out of the u bahn station & walked for 3 minutes to the Documentation Center which was built…read moreat the Nazi Rally Grounds. We paid 7 1/2 euros each & got an English media guide. We started on the 3rd floor with the exhibit why Nuremberg. This is a top attraction in Nuremberg & one of Germany's most historically significant sites. The Documentation Center Nazi Party Rally Grounds is where some of the most infamous footage of fervent supporters of megalomania has been captured. From 1933 to 1938, Nuremberg hosted the Nazi Party Rallies, propaganda events whose architectural remains still stand. The museum's exhibitions are deeply affecting, with perspective on how ideology and terror reshaped Germany's modern history. The permanent exhibition "Fascination and Terror" uses film, photographs, and artifacts to explore propaganda and power. Gunther Domenig was the architect that designed this new center. The key element is 400 ft long glass steak that cuts through the northern end of the building. He designed the suspended Cinema in the foyer which today is used as open space as well as seminar rooms on the roof. The shadow gaps running along the floor edges in the entire building create a distance between the original Congress hall and the new architectural elements . This modern new exhibition center just opened in 2026. With headsets, we moved through exhibits starting with the significance of Nuremberg, construction of the rally grounds, staging rallies, media propaganda, the experiences, camps on the grounds, the grounds during war and what is now for Nuremberg. They showed concerts from the grandstands in Nuremberg such as Zepplin, Eric Clapton, Billy Joel... Rock in the park. The grounds have beenare even used for motorsports, soccer and the Nuremberg Fair. I was able to put my headset in front of models to hear unsettling first person descriptions.

Close to the old (1930's-40's) parade grounds and filled with historical information makes this…read moreworth the stop on your visit to the area. It is educational with great historical significance as it is literally built on grounds where the N@z! party was founded. Great thought was put in to the creation of this museum and after your visit you can walk around the beautiful lake outside or take one of the walking paths which allow you to reflect on the information you obtained from the Documentation Center. They offer storage lockers for coats and bags as well as vending machines with cold beverages you can take on your walk around the lake. If you're in the area I highly recommend you take the time to visit.