Würzburg
Mainstream club in a former cinema at the heart of the Augustinerstrasse student nightlife district. Expect '90s parties, local DJs, R'n'B nights and a …
Must-see nightlife in Munich, Bavaria & the Black Forest
Freiburg
Right on the square, this 18th-century guardhouse serves local Müller-Thurgau and Pinot Noir wines at the tasting tables. See the website for details of…
Munich
After a move to near the Old Botanical Gardens, it's again 'Raining Men' at Munich's hottest gay dance temple, where you can party away with Ibiza-style…
Munich
If you thought the only decent brew Bavarians could mash was beer, train your Arabica radar to this regional retort to Starbucks. The organic coffee gets…
Konstanz
Found the Black Cat? You’re in luck. A relaxed mood, friendly crowd and reasonably priced drinks (including Black Forest Alpirsbacher beer) make this a…
Stuttgart & the Black Forest
On Solitudeplatz, this brewpub serves home brews (by the glass, litre or metre) in cosy, wood-panelled surrounds in winter and in its popular beer garden…
Mittenwald
This modern pub belongs to Mittenwald's very own brewery, and is hence the best place to try the local lager. It claims to be Germany's highest altitude…
The Black Forest
For an espresso or creamy gelati, head to this Italian-run cafe. By night, the pavement terrace facing the Riettor gate tower is a laid-back spot for a…
Munich
Situated on the shores of the English Garden's Kleinhesseloher See, the Seehaus has a family-friendly beer garden with an attached almost-upmarket…
Munich
Fun venue for dancing, cruising and drinking that attracts a mixed bunch of party people with quirky decor and a cheesy mix of music (mostly '80s and…
Munich
The first bar to open in the Bavarian capital where you have to be clad in leather, rubber, lycra, neopren or other kinky attire to get in. Gay men only.
Augsburg
For some grungy student drinking action, head to this cafe near the tram interchange with its mismatched furniture, vegie pizzas and almost nightly DJs.
Ulm
Arty cafe with an inner courtyard for coffee, breakfast, light bites or ice cream. It's also a chilled spot for a beer or glass of wine in the evening.
Würzburg
This very popular and long-established student cafe serves a hangover-busting breakfast and morphs into something of an informal party after nightfall.
Swabian Alps Region
Mind your head climbing the stairs to this easygoing student hang-out, serving enormous mugs of milky coffee and cheap local brews under wooden beams.
Ulm
Naschkatze, or 'sweet-toothed', is a fitting name for this vintage-cool cafe, where Ulmers come to lap up the retro vibe, coffee and homemade cakes.
Freiburg
All of Freiburg is at your feet from this chestnut-shaded beer garden atop Schlossberg. Perfect sunset spot.
Konstanz
Indie kids, garage and old-school fans all hail this retro cafe, which gets clubbier after dark when DJs work the decks. Occasionally hosts gigs.
Konstanz
Konstanz gets its summer groove on down at this beach bar, with sand, deckchairs, DJ beats, long drinks and good vibes on the banks of the Rhine.
Lake Constance
Besides serving hearty German grub, this rambling tavern is justifiably popular for its chestnut-shaded beer garden right in the heart of town.
The Romantic Road
Pretty little baby-blue Literaturcafe down by the river with pleasant outdoor seating, great coffee and scrumptious cakery.
Stuttgart
A chilled-out crowd hangs out over jam-jar cocktails in Ribingurūmu, which exudes an 'old-skool' vibe with its vintage furnishings.
Ulm
Join a happy-go-lucky crowd for a cold beer or cocktail by the river. They also have decent lunch specials for €6.20 to €7.20.
Lake Constance
For a cocktail, mellow DJ beats and a cool 360-degree view of Lake Constance, head on over to this glass-walled, high-rise bar.
Regensburg
Black wood, big mirrors and lots of photos of Papa himself add to the cool atmosphere of this swish, art-deco-style cafe-bar.
The Black Forest
DJs pump out the party tunes at Feldberg's hottest après-ski joint. Find this funky little shack at the base of the slopes.
Munich
A hidden gem, this typical Munich beer garden in the Alter Botanischer Garten serves Hofbräu suds and lots of filling food.
Augsburg
Augsburg's coolest beer garden sports totem poles and often gets crowded in the evenings. Serves great burgers and beer.
Freiburg
A student wonderland of cheap beers, DJs and gigs. Things get even curiouser at Wednesday night’s open jam sessions.
Konstanz
This step-gabled microbrewery is a relaxed haunt for quaffing craft beers. There's a terrace for summer imbibing.
The Black Forest
This cheery Irish pub pours a decent Guinness and has an assortment of 80 whiskies to choose from.
Munich
A laid-back cafe by day, Edelheiss has vibrant gay party nights, especially at weekends.
Stuttgart
Freshly tapped Paulaner brews in a buzzy, tree-shaded beer garden and pub.
Munich
Colonial-era trappings such as zebra skins, African spears, dark wood panelling and random pieces of taxidermy, plus plenty of antique furnishings and…
Munich
Exclusive dine-dance-flirt club ensconced somewhat fittingly in the old stock exchange and aimed at well-heeled over-25s who like their beef tartar served…
Regensburg
Take some Gothic cross vaulting, paint it high-visability tunnel orange, throw in some killer cocktails and invite a millennial crowd – and you've got…
Ulm
Service is a lucky dip and the food is mediocre at best, but by all means head to the people-watching terrace for a drink.
Ulm
Skip the food and go straight for coffee or drinks and linger for the mesmerising cathedral views at this glass cube cafe.
Konstanz
The rough and ready ‘lake cow’ is a Konstanz favourite for its beer garden, cheapish drinks and occasional gigs.
Stuttgart
Good-looking Stuttgarters dance to soul and funk at the nouveau-Alpine-chic Muttermilch.
