.bayern
Free State of BavariaThe regional domain extension for Bavaria. Show your Bavarian identity online.
The Domain Extension for Bavaria
.bayern is the official regional top-level domain for the Free State of Bavaria, introduced in 2014. It is managed by dotBayern GmbH.
Registration is open worldwide – there are no restrictions regarding residence or business location. Anyone can register a .bayern domain.
A .bayern domain signals Bavarian identity and connection to the region – ideal for businesses, clubs, and individuals with ties to Bavaria.
At a Glance
- Registry
- dotBayern GmbH
- Introduced
- 2014
- Registered domains
- ~35,000
- Minimum length
- 2 characters
- IDN (special chars)
- Yes
- Restrictions
- None
Who is .bayern for?
Bavarian businesses, craftsmen, tourism providers, clubs, cultural institutions, and anyone who wants to show their connection to Bavaria.
Germany's largest federal state – over 13 million inhabitants.
Regional German extensions.
- Clear regional identity
- Bavarian connection
- Local marketing
- Unique and memorable
- Germany in general
- More widely known
- Neutral appearance
- More choices available
No restrictions
Anyone can register a .bayern domain – worldwide, without restrictions.
Typical Use Case
A Munich brewery wants to emphasize its Bavarian tradition. Under breweryname.bayern, it underscores its regional roots and authentically appeals to customers.
Operates the .bayern extension since 2014 in cooperation with the Bavarian state government.
Economic Powerhouse
Bavaria has the highest GDP of all German federal states.
- DNS management included
- SSL certificate included
- No setup fee
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