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Oktoberfest - Munich, Germany
Oktoberfest Sightseeing in Munich Sightseeing in Bavaria

Oktoberfest

The beautiful Bavarian city of Munich will shortly welcome some 6 million visitors for 17 days of beer-drinking and merriment. 

The 186th Oktoberfest, commemorating the marriage of King Ludwig I, will commence on Sunday 22nd September with a long procession of brewers’ drays, gala bands and local groups in traditional costume.  They will wind their way westwards through the town until they reach the Theresienwiese (named after Ludwig’s bride Princess Therese von Sachsen-Hildburghausen) where cannon fire will mark the beginning of festivities.

The Theresienwiese will be filled with fairground rides and live entertainment as well as a number of large beer tents and hot food stalls where visitors will have the opportunity to sample freshly roasted ox and chicken, washed down with a stein of strong Wies’n beer.

Although fairly rowdy around the beer tents, the Oktoberfest involves the whole city, attracting families with daytime activites such as pony-riding and playground rides.   Indeed, it is virtually impossible not to be caught up in events with groups in traditional costume strolling the city’s streets or riding the underground, singing traditional songs and invoking an good-hearted air of general merriment.

Other places of interest in Munich include:

Asamkirche (Asam Church)
Originally built as a private chapel by the Asma brothers, this rocco building is lavishly decorated with a magnificent ceiling fresco.

BMW Museum
Attached to the high-tech headquarters of BMW, this impressive museum is dedicated to the past, present and future of this prestigious car.  There are plenty of classic vehicles to admire as well as futuristic views of what lies ahead.

Deutsches Museum
A world leader amongst science and technology museums, the Deutsches museum is a sure hit with all age groups.  Inside you will find a planetarium, sailing ships, fighter jets and classic cars amongst the many exhibits.

Englischer Garten
One of the world’s largest parks, the Englischer Garten is an enjoyable retreat from city life. Running for over 5km, the park has been charmingly landscaped with streams, hills, a large lake and intriguing buildings including a Chinese Tower, English Summer House and Japanese Tea House.

Munich Cathedral
The twin domed spires of the Gothic Frauenkirche are one of the city’s best known landmarks and a lift takes visitors up one of the towers for panoramic views of the city.  Inside this vast building, you will find 15th century stained glass, bronze statues and the ornate tomb of Emperor Ludwig the Bavarian.

Asamkirche, Oktoberfest & Olympiapark

Hofbrauhaus
This must be the best known beer hall in the whole of Munich, offering a traditional „keller“ experience to visitors.  Tourists line the long tressle tables, sampling the local ale in enormous steins to the sounds of a traditional band.

Neues Rathaus
Each morning Marienplatz fills with visitors, looking upwards at the New Town Hall which dominates the square.  On the stroke of 11, an entourage of mechanical figures re-enact the festivities surrounding the marriage of Duke Wilhelm V to Renate von Lothringne to the tunes of the glockenspiel. Across the square you will also see the Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and a marble column carrying the statue of the Virgin Mary.

Olympiapark
Built for the 1972 Olympics, this park is a popular recreation area with good sporting facilities including a skating rink, swimming pool and tennis courts. 

At its heart is the imposing Olympic Tower, offering extensive views of the city and the neighbouring mountains.  Book a table in the revolving restaurant at the very top for an extra treat – it may take a minute to accustom yourself to the movement but both the food and the views are equally impressive.

The Residenz
This huge Baroque palace sits in the heart of the city, impressively restored to house several museums including the Agyptische Kinst (Egyptian Collection), Treasury and Coin Museum.

Around Munich

Dachau
On the outskirts of Munich this former concentration camp has been preserved as a memorial to the 206,000 people who died here.  One of the blocks has been reconstructed to give an idea about the day-to day living conditions and there is a short, informative films detailing the camp’s history.

Schloss Schleissheim
Built to rival Versailles, this palace and formal gardens are both impressive and graceful.  The palace houses a collection of Baroque artworks and frescos.

Bad Tolz
This spa town at the foot of the Bavarian Alps is a popular holiday resort year round with scenic paths for the summer months and ski runs to enjoy each winter.

Chiemsee
The largest of Bavaria’s lakes, Chiemsee is dotted by small islands and surrounded by deep woods and green meadows which rise into the snow-capped mountains beyond.  One of the prettiest towns on the lake is Prien am Chiemsee where visitors can catch an old steam train down to the boat for a trip around the lake.

Konigssee
The lake and its surrounds are part of the Berchtesgaden National Park and offer some of the most stunning scenery in Bavaria.  Stretching for 8km, Konigssee is surrounded by sheer cliffs and snow-capped mountains, whose reflections sparkle in the clear green water.  Visitors can enjoy a boat trip around the lake whilst the crew will demonstrate the accoustics of the valley with a trumpet fanfare.

Car hire in Munich

Hire a car in Munich and not only will you have the opportunity to explore this beautiful city but you can also head to the nearby Alps and the scenic wonders of Konigssee, Bad Tolz or Chiemsee.

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