Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Ludwig II of Bavaria
(Martha Schad, 2001) One of the most readable and compact bio-
graphies of Bavaria's most flamboyant monarch and available throughout the state.
DOS & DON'TS
» In pubs and beer halls never sit at the
Stammtisch
(usually clearly marked) as this is per-
manently reserved for regular local drinkers.
» Do emit a cheery
'Gruss Gott'
or
'Guten Morgen'
when entering small shops, offices,
trains and hotel receptions.
» Don't ask for tap water in restaurants - central Europeans simply don't drink the stuff.
» Don't leave food on your plate if you can help it - it's seen as an insult to the eatery/
chef/host.
TOP FILMS
Sophie Scholl - The Final Days
(Marc Rothmund, 2005) Extremely moving account of
the capture, trial and execution of members of the White Rose anti-Nazi group.
Ludwig
(Luchino Visconti, 1973) The reign of Ludwig II.
Hierankl
(Hans Steinbichler, 2003) Family drama set against the backdrop of the Alps.
The Nasty Girl
(Michael Verhoeven, 1990) A woman digging up her town's Nazi past
gets more than she bargains for.
