Upper Bavaria, Administrative region in Bavaria, Germany
Upper Bavaria extends across 17,531 square kilometers of land characterized by the Bavarian Alps, forests, lakes, and metropolitan areas with Munich as its capital.
The region emerged as a distinct administrative territory in 1255 following the first partition of Bavaria between Ludwig II and Heinrich XIII of the Wittelsbach dynasty.
Munich's Oktoberfest, traditional dirndls, lederhosen, and numerous beer gardens represent the regional customs that define Upper Bavarian social practices.
The region connects to major European destinations through Munich International Airport and maintains an extensive network of highways and railway systems.
Upper Bavaria contains Germany's highest peak, the Zugspitze, measuring 2,962 meters, located in the Garmisch-Partenkirchen district near the Austrian border.
Location: Bavaria
Capital city: Munich
Elevation above the sea: 647 m
Shares border with: Lower Bavaria, Swabia, Middle Franconia, Upper Palatinate
Website: https://bezirk-oberbayern.de
GPS coordinates: 48.13333,11.56667
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:48
Neuschwanstein Castle
88.5 km
Walhalla memorial
111.1 km
Kehlsteinhaus
124.5 km
Technical University of Munich
1.6 km
Chiemsee
72.5 km
Munich Olympic Stadium
4.7 km
Therme Erding
29.5 km
Marienplatz
772 m
Englischer Garten
2.9 km
Nymphenburg Palace
5.5 km
Frauenkirche
779 m
Fuggerei
55.7 km
Linderhof Palace
77.2 km
Augsburger Puppenkiste
55.3 km
Deutsches Museum
1.3 km
Bavaria
1.6 km
Hofbräuhaus am Platzl
1.1 km
Grünwalder Stadion
2.6 km
Schloss Elmau
79.9 km
Forggensee
84.5 km
Herrenchiemsee
69.3 km
Landsberg Prison
52.8 km
Olympiapark
4.2 km
Befreiungshalle
90 km
Regensburg Cathedral
106.1 km
Nockherberg
1.8 km
Hohenschwangau Castle
89.3 km
Rathaus-Glockenspiel
801 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes