After Austrian units move on Prussian territory, the Prussian army will most likely retreat back to its homeland and Bavaria can attack again. If Prussia is throwing all their army against Bavaria, avoid fighting them. When the war begins, it is generally the best idea to let Austria do the heavy fighting as losing Bavaria's army would set its ambitions back several years. Bavaria has to take a small part of Prussia (Prussian Württemberg) to form South German Confederation, so that can be a possible target. Build up a strong military and research military techs. After stabilizing the finances, invest in military and use the NF to encourage soldiers. Try to make alliances with the little Austrian-influenced countries, particularly Baden and Württemberg. The heading target for Bavaria is to participate in an Austria- Prussia Hegemony war and win it. Note that The Walhalla cannot be taken as another nation, so make sure to take it before forming SGF or Germany.
To prevent this effectively one has to become a great power. Unless prevented, Bavaria will most likely be annexed when either Prussia forms Germany proper or Austria forms the South German Federation and/or Germany proper. An expansionist France who desires a South German puppet also presents unique challenges on the diplomatic stage. But it must be wary, particularly of the two great powers surrounding it, Prussia and Austria, who wish to sphere it to form Germany. A great military, stable finances and a high literacy rate make Bavaria a good country to play. Bavaria is in the southern part of modern Germany with Austria further to the south.īavaria, the third strongest power in Germany, starts at 19th (1836 start), and can fairly easily become a Great Power.