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| Bavaria Bavaria - TravelPuppy.com Bavaria consists of four main tourist areas: the Bavarian Forest and East Bavaria, Swabia and the Allgäu in the southwest, Upper Bavaria in the south, and Franconia to the north. The state offers varying landscapes with towering mountains in the Alpine south, lakes, forests and many resorts. Upper Bavaria In the Upper Bavaria region the best-known places include Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Berchtesgaden, Mittenwald and Oberammergau, home of the Passion Play. One of the most spectacular feats of architecture, epitomising the fairytale landscape of Bavaria is Neuschwanstein Castle, built by Ludwig II. Constructed on the ridge of a mountain valley surrounded by snow-capped peaks, it is a vision from fairyland, while at night it changes into the perfect home for Count Dracula. Bavarian Forest The vast Bavarian Forest is in the east, bordering the Czech Republic, and contains the first German National Park. This unspoiled and peaceful region offers outdoor activities, especially walking. Historic towns such as the three-river town of Passau and 2000-year-old Regensburg provide interesting contrasts to the nature reserves. The northern part of Bavaria, Franconia, is rich in art treasures. The main attractions include medieval and historic old towns such as Coburg, home of Prince Albert, the cathedral town of Bamberg, Bayreuth, which stages the annual Wagner Opera Festival, and Würzburg, with its world-famous Baroque palace, set on the River Main among the Franconian vineyards. Nuremberg (Nürnberg), the main city in this region, is a modern metropolis, yet the centre of the town has retained its traditional style. The many valleys, forests, lakes and castles of the ‘Swiss’ Franconian area and the Fichtel Mountains, combined with the nature reserves in the Altmühl Valley, make Franconia a popular holiday centre. The Romantic Road Connecting the northern area of Bavaria with the south is the most famous of all the German scenic roads, the Romantic Road. The towns along the way give visitors an excellent insight into the region’s history, art and culture. Places of particular interest are Würzburg, medieval Rothenburg, Dinkelsbühl and Nördlingen, Augsburg, founded in 15BC by the Romans; the pilgrimage church Wieskirche in the meadows, Steingaden Abbey, and the most popular site of all, Neuschwanstein Castle near the village of Schwangau. Munich The Bavarian capital, Munich (München), is the third-largest German city with 1.3 million inhabitants, and is a major international arts and business centre. The 800-year-old city has numerous museums and several fine Baroque and Renaissance churches. The Alte Pinakothek is home to the largest collection of Rubens paintings in the world, directly opposite is the Neue Pinakothek with a collection of modern paintings. Two other galleries of note are Pinakothek der Moderne, and the Museum der Fantasie. The German Museum (natural science and technology) with planetarium, a life-size coal mine and the German Transport Centre extension, is also interesting for children. Elsewhere in the city, motoring enthusiasts will find the BMW (Bayerische Motorwerke) Museum dedicated to the famous marque manufactured in Munich. The Lenbach Gallery is located in the impressive villa of the Munich ‘Painter Viscount’. Only a short walk away is the Glyptothek on the Königsplatz, housing Greek and Roman sculptures. Other attractions include the Royal Palace and Royal Treasury, Bavarian National Museum and others, the Church of Our Lady (Frauenkirche), the Theatinerkirche and Asamkirche and the Church of St Michael. The New and Old Town Halls, and the restored Mariensäule surround the Marienplatz. Three times during the day a large group gathers here to witness a glockenspiel carillon depicting the Schäfflertanz. The Olympia Park with its stadium (home of Bayern Munich) is now a recreational area. Site of the 1972 Olympic Games, city residents now use its facilities. Munich hosts the best-known of all German events, the Oktoberfest beer festival. This had its origins in 1810 when Crown Prince Ludwig of Bavaria married Princess Therese von Sachsen-Hildburghausen. The people liked the festival so much that it became a regular feature and now takes place annually for two weeks and the first Sunday in October is always the last day of the festival. Munich’s nine breweries all have their own beer tents at the event, but the city has many famous permanent beer cellars, including the Hofbräuhaus. The city’s artists’ colony is in the district of Schwabing which also features shops, cafes, small theatres and market stalls along its Leopoldstrasse. The Englischer Garten is of the largest parks in Europe, offers an escape from the city bustle. In the centre of the park stands the Chinese Tower, surrounded by beer gardens. The many theatres include the National Theatre (opera house), the Rococo theatre built by Cuvilliés and the Schauspielhaus (playhouse). The Nymphenburg Palace is home to a portrait gallery and a famous collection of china. The Fasching (carnival) season reaches its peak during February with several balls and other festivities, but the Auer Dult, a funfair and flea market, takes place 3 times during the year. Augsburg Founded in AD 15 by the Romans, Augsburg lies to the northwest of Munich and was once the financial centre of Europe. It was also the home of the Fuggers, a famous medieval aristocratic family and great patrons of the arts. Here, in 1555, German religious conflict during the Reformation ended following the signing of a Peace Treaty. It also boasts the Fuggerei, the oldest ‘council’ housing in the world, dating back to 1519. Other attractions include the Cathedral (807 Romanesque/1320 Gothic) with 12th-century stained-glass windows and 11th-century bronze door, St Anna’s Church (16th-century Luther memorial), Town Hall (1615), Perlach Tower, Baroque fountains (16/17th centuries), City Gates (14-16th centuries), Schaezler Palace and Rococo banquet hall (18th century) with German Baroque gallery and an Old German gallery with paintings by Holbein and Dürer, Maximilian Museum, Roman Museum, and Mozart’s House. Bamberg An old imperial town Bamberg stands on 7 hills, and has many medieval and Baroque buildings. Attractions include the Imperial Cathedral (13th century) with famous ‘Bamberger Reiter’ sculpture, reliefs, royal tombs and Veit Stoss altar, the old Town Hall, picturesque fishermen’s dwellings (‘Little Venice’), the Franconian Beer Museum, Old Royal Palace, New Palace and rose garden, and Michaelsberg Monastery. Bayreuth Bayreuth is mainly famous for its Wagner Opera Festival which takes place every year from late July to August. Other attractions, many of which are connected with the life and works of the composer, include the Festival Theatre (1872-1876), Villa Wahnfried (Wagner’s home, now a museum); Wagner Memorial (‘Chiming Museum’), Freemasons’ Museum, Wagner’s grave in the Court Gardens, the Old and the New Palace, the former residence of the Margraves, Margraves Opera House (largest European Baroque stage), Eremitage (park), and the parish church. The city is also a convenient base for excursions into the Fichtel Mountains, Oberpfälzer Woods and the ‘Franconian Switzerland’. Coburg Coburg Castle (13th-16th centuries), one of the largest fortified sites in Germany, towers over this former ducal capital. A one-time refuge of Martin Luther, it now houses valuable collections of art, weaponry and copperplate engravings. Ehrenburg Palace overlooks the palace square and faces the Coburg State Theatre which provides a centre for cultural events. Other attractions include St Maurice’s Church (14th-16th century), the Natural Science Museum and Doll Museum. Nearby countryside offers Banz Monastery, the game park at Tambach Castle and the Rodach Thermal Spa. Ingolstadt Among its fine architecture dating from the 14th and 15th centuries (the Old Town dates from the early 9th century) Ingolstadt also numbers the Neues Schloss, now home of the Bavarian Army Museum, among its attractions. Alte Anatomie offers more offbeat diversions, containing the German Museum of Medical History. The town hosts a major annual international jazz festival held during November. Kempten In the heart of the Allgäu holiday region to the southwest of Bavaria, Kempten is a former Celtic and Roman settlement, the Cambodunum Archaeological Park, with its partial reconstruction on the original site, highlights this heritage. Two more recent buildings, the St Lorenz Basilica and the Residenz Palace feature notable interiors. Museums include the Allgäu Folk Museum and the Alpine Museum. Nuremberg A quite modern city, Nuremberg (Nürnberg) has nevertheless managed to retain much of its medieval centre. The region’s typical red sandstone forms the fabric of the churches of St Lawrence and St Sebald. Attractions include the Kaiserburg Imperial Castle with its old stables today used as a youth hostel, the City Wall (over 5km/3 miles long) with 80 watchtowers, Dürer’s House, Museum of Toys, Fembohaus (municipal museum), the Post and Communications Museum (with more than 200,000 stamps), Germanic National Museum, German Railway Museum, Town Hall, and the Schöne Brunnen Fountain with mechanical clock. The international toy fair and the famous Christmas Fair, Christkindlmarkt, also attract many visitors. Passau On the Austrian border at the confluence of the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers, Passau’s attractions include a Baroque Cathedral, with the world’s largest church organ, Bishop’s Palace with Rococo staircase, Oberhaus and Niederhaus fortresses (13th-14th centuries), and Inn Quay with Italianesque architecture. Regensberg Located about 80km (50 miles) northeast of Munich, this city can trace its roots back to the 1st century AD. Attractions of the old episcopal city include the Cathedral, with its famous ‘Regensburger Domspatzen’ choir, St Emmeram’s Church, the Scottish Church, Old Chapel, Palace Niedermünster, Porta Praetoria (North Gate), 12th-century stone bridge (the oldest in Germany), boat trips on the Danube, Old Town Hall with the Imperial Chamber, Palace of the Princes of Thurn and Taxis, and museums. Würzburg The northern Bavarian town of Würzburg, about halfway between Frankfurt/M and Nuremberg, nestles between vineyards famous for their Bocksbeutel (specially formed bottle). The Festung Marienberg (fortress) offers a spectacular view over Würzburg and its numerous spires. From the 15th-century Old Main Bridge, with its statues of the Franconian apostles of Lilian, Totnan and Kolonat, the Romanesque Cathedral dominates the view. Attractions include the Mainfränkisches Museum, housed in the former arsenal with examples of the work of Riemenschneider (1460-1531), and the Marienkirche, built in AD 706 and one of the oldest churches in the country. The Baroque Castle-Palace (Residenz), former home of the powerful Prince Bishops, was designed by Balthasar Neumann taking Versailles as a model, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Candlelit Mozart concerts take place during the summer in the Emperor’s Hall and the Hofgarten. The town library and tourist information are in the Haus zum Falken (Falcon House), which has an impressive Rococo facade. Many wine bars, cafes and restaurants provide relaxation and diversion. Almost the entire city centre is a pedestrian zone, only disturbed by the passage of trams. |
| Munich Travel Guide Munich Travel Guide and Munich Travel Information - TravelPuppy.com Situated to the north of the Bavarian Alps, on the River Isar, Munich is a city that combines proud provincialism with international glamour. Founded by Duke Henry the Lion, in 1158, within a century, the city had become the seat of the Wittelsbach dynasty, who ruled the duchy, electorate and kingdom of Bavaria until the end of World War I. Their influence is evident in the concentration of grand Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and neo-classical architecture adorning Munich’s streets. Perhaps most importantly, the Wittelsbach’s patronage of the arts and extensive collections provided the basis for Munich’s world-class galleries and museums. The city acquired the name München from its first monastery, founded in the eighth century. Monasteries have since played an important role in the history of the city, not least by starting the beer brewing traditions for which the city has received worldwide renown. Successive rulers, detecting a profitable source of tax revenue, actively encouraged beer production as a means both of raising money and keeping the populace happy at the same time. Following recent mergers, the city’s 6 breweries have been reduced to 4 – Augustiner, Hofbräuhaus, Paulaner and the merged Spaten-Löwenbräu. Beer quality is still based on the Reinheitsgebot (Purity Edict), introduced by the Bavarian Duke Wilhelm IV, in 1516, which forbids the use of anything other than the core ingredients of barley, hops and water in the brewing process. Drinking a foaming Mass of beer in one of the city’s beer halls or gardens is an essential part of the Munich experience. The period between the wars represents the low point in Munich’s history and tends to be glossed over by tourist brochures. The city was the cradle of the Nazi movement after World War I and was the scene of Hitler’s first attempt to seize power, the infamous ‘Beer Hall Putsch’ on 8 November 1923. Moreover, in 1938, the treaty that surrendered a large portion of Czechoslovakia to the Nazis was signed by Germany, Great Britain, France and Italy in Munich – an act of appeasement that started the slide towards World War II. The city suffered intensive bombing damage during Allied air raids at the end of the war but the economic success of the post-war years has supported a comprehensive rebuilding and restoration programme, making the city the one of the most popular tourist destinations in Germany. The citizens of Munich demonstrate a cosmopolitan refinement as well as genuine passion for the region’s many traditions and tourists flock to the city for the world famous Oktoberfest, to indulge in an orgy of beer and revelry. The stereotypical images of lederhosen-clad Bavarians quaffing vast portions of beer and sausage might apply at this time, however, with a strong cultural scene, richly endowed art collections and excellent shopping, the city certainly has more to offer than just light entertainment. With warm summers accommodating lovely garden restaurants and open-air stages and snowy winters with romantic Christmas markets, Munich is a place to visit all year round. :::::::::Munich Culture Guide Munich Culture Guide - TravelPuppy.com Munich can boast an impressive cultural pedigree. It is significant that the head office of the German cultural organisation, the Goethe Institut, is based here. The city was a major centre for the arts during the 19th century, under the patronage of Ludwig I and II. At the beginning of the 20th century, Munich found itself at the forefront of the new Expressionist movement. Der Blaue Reiter (The Blue Rider) group, founded in 1911 by Russian-born Wassily Kandinsky and Munich-born Franz Marc, is considered a seminal influence in the development of modern art. Other members of the group included August Macke and Paul Klee. The most important works of the group are on permanent show at the Städtische Galerie im Lenbachhaus, Luisenstrasse 33 (telephone number: (089) 2333 2000). The English-language monthly Munich Found provides cultural listings information. The tourist office also puts out useful monthly programmes. Tickets In addition to the box offices mentioned below, the best general source for tickets is München Ticket (telephone number: (089) 5481 8181). München Ticket has a counter in the tourist information office in the Rathaus, Marienplatz. Music Munich’s musical heritage is dominated by the imposing figure of Richard Wagner, who composed many of his works for Ludwig II. His successors, Richard Strauss and Carl Orff, were both born in Munich. Mozart often performed in the city and Gustav Mahler conducted the world premiere of his eighth symphony here, in 1910. Nowadays, Munich boasts 3 international orchestras, the Münchner Philharmoniker, the Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks and the Bayerisches Staatsorchester. The Gasteig, Rosenheimer Strasse 5 (telephone number: (089) 480 9880), is the city’s main cultural and performing arts centre, which includes the Konzertsaal, the Carl-Orff-Saal and the Kleiner Konzertsaal. The Nationaltheater, Max-Joseph-Platz 2 (telephone number: (089) 218 501), is the home of the Bavarian State Opera and hosts the annual international Opera Festival during July. Opera and chamber music can also be enjoyed in the Staatstheater am Gärtnerplatz, Gärtnerplatz 3 (telephone number: (089) 202 411 or 2184 1960 (tickets), and in the lavish 18th-century Rococo surroundings of the Altes Residenztheater, Residenzstrasse 1 (telephone number: (089) 296 836), usually known as the Cuvilliés-Theater, after its original designer. Tickets for the Nationaltheater, Staatstheater and Cuvilliés-Theater are available from a central bookings hotline (telephone number: (089) 2185 1920). Theatre Classic German drama is performed by the Bayerisches Staatsschauspiel at the Residenztheater, Max-Joseph-Platz 1 (telephone number: (089) 218 501 or 2185 1940, for bookings). The Münchner Kammerspiele, Maximilianstrasse 26-28 (telephone number: (089) 2339 6600), is one of the most important theatres in Germany and counts the young Bertolt Brecht among its former dramatists. Brecht also worked at the Deutsches Theater, Schwanthalerstrasse 13 (telephone number: (089) 552 340 or 5523 4444 (tickets), which now stages popular shows and musicals. Experimental theatre venues include Theater im Marstall, Marstallplatz 4 (telephone number: (089) 2185 1940), and Teamtheater Tankstelle, Am Einlass 2a (telephone number: (089) 260 4333). Circus-Krone (telephone number: (089) 545 8000), the world’s largest touring circus, performs in a permanent big top, at Zirkus-Krone-Strasse 1-6, during the winter. Dance Immobile but enchanting, the carved figures of the Moriskentänzer (Morris Dancers) by Erasmus Grasser (1480) are a highlight of the Stadtmuseum (City Museum), St-Jakobs-Platz 1 (telephone number: (089) 2332 2370). More lively is the Bavarian State Ballet, which performs at the Nationaltheater, Max-Joseph-Platz 2 (telephone number: (089) 218 501). The group hosts an international ballet week in spring each year. Film About fifty films are produced in Munich each year. The city has connections with some of the key directors in new German cinema, including Rainer Werner Fassbinder of Lili Marlene (1980) fame, who studied drama here, and Werner Herzog, who was born in Munich in 1942. Both directors worked at the Bavaria Film Studios, in Geiselgasteig, which were founded in 1919. Visitors can enjoy a tour through the film studios. Films set in the city include white-knuckle-ride thriller Das Experiment (2001), based on the infamous Stanford Prison Experiment, and Carnival Story (1954), the high-wire, old-world romance directed by Bavarian born Kurt Neumann, who is probably more famous for his later work, The Fly (1958). The Filmmuseum in the Stadtmuseum, St-Jakobs-Platz 1 (telephone number: (089) 2332 4150), has a monthly schedule of classic and arthouse films dedicated to a particular director, actor or genre. Most films are shown in the original language. There is a huge IMAX screen at Forum der Technik, Museumsinsel 1 (tel: (089) 2112 5170), while Cinema, Nymphenburgerstrasse 31 (tel: (089) 555 255) has a strong programme of international and English-language screenings. Cultural Events Oktoberfest takes place at the end of September each year, on the Theresienwiese (known as the Wiesn). It is an orgy of beer, men in lederhosen, women in dirndls (traditional dresses), drunken tourists, oom-pah bands and terrifying fairground rides, all centred around 14 huge beer tents representing the city’s breweries and the 16-day festivities are opened by the Lord Mayor, who taps the first barrel with the exclamation ‘O’ zapft is!’ More high spirits are on display during the January-February Fasching, Munich’s carnival season, characterised by fancy dress balls. A sedate alternative is offered by the 3 traditional street markets/fairs (Dult) that are held annually (April, July and October) on Mariahilfsplatz, in the Auer district. In December, Marienplatz is transformed into the world-famous Christkindlmarkt (Christmas Market). Bavarian choirs sing from the town hall balcony and a huge Christmas tree illuminates the scene. The summer (June-July) and winter (November-December) Tollwood festivals (telephone number: (089) 383 8500) provide a popular mix of theatre, opera, music and modern circus performances. Literary Notes Thomas Mann moved to Munich as a young man and worked for the satiric journal, Simplicissimus, before taking up writing as a career. His first great novel, Buddenbrooks (1900), was finished in the city. The 20th-century writers associated with Munich include Siegfried Sommer, who wrote Und Keiner Weint Mir Nach (And Nobody Weeps For Me, 1996), and Alfred Andersch, author of Sansibar oder der letzte Grund (Zanzibar or the Last Reason, 1999), who was born in Munich in 1914 and spent a short time in the concentration camp in Dachau, for his left-wing views. Young visitors will enjoy the works of Erich Kästner – Emil und die Detektive (1929), otherwise known as Emil and the Detectives, and Das doppelte Lottchen (1949), which was filmed as Two Times Lotte (1950). :::::::::: Munich Festival - Events Munich Festivals and Events Guide - TravelPuppy.com The following is a selection of festival - events occurring in Munich in 2005: Fasching Munich’s carnival season, characterised by fancy dress balls, early January- early February, various venues Fasching Sunday Parade, first Sunday of March, city centre Ballet Week March, Bayerisches Staatsballett Starkbierausschank (Strong Beer Season) mid-late March, traditional breweries Frühlingsfest (Spring Festival) mid April-early May, Theresienwiese Documentary Film Festival late April-early May, Filmstadt München and various cinemas. Auer Maidult (May Fair) nine-day traditional street market and fair (website: www.auerdult.de), late April-early May, Mariahilfplatz BMW Open, tennis championship late April-early May, Tennisstadion Iphitos.(website: www.iphitos.de) Lange Nacht der Musik (Long Night of Music) music performances, May, 100 various venues Stadtgründungsfest (City’s Founding Festival) Munich’s birthday celebrations, early/mid June, city centre International Film Festival (website: www.filmfest-muenchen.de), late June-early July, Gasteig and various cinemas Open Air auf dem Odeonsplatz (Open Air on Odeonsplatz), Munich Philharmonic Orchestra open-air concert (website: www.klassik-am-odeonsplatz.de), late June, Odeonsplatz Münchner Stadtlauf (Munich City Run) late June/early July, throughout the city Opernfestspiele Opera festival (website: www.muenchner-opern-festspiele.de), late June-late July, various venues Tollwood Sommerfestival (Tollwood Summer Festival) Music, cabaret and theatre (website: www.tollwood.de), mid June-mid July, Olympiapark Süd Christopher Street Day Gay and lesbian pride festival (website: www.csd-munich.de), mid July, Marienplatz. Auer Jakobidult 9-day traditional street market and fair (website: www.auerdult.de), late Jul-early Aug, Mariahilfsplatz Summer Festival August, Olympiapark Oktoberfest, beer festival, late Sep-early Oct, Theresienwiese Oktoberfest Beer festival, late September-early October, Theresienwiese Medien Marathon City marathon (website: www.medienmarathon.de), mid October, start at Olympiapark, finish at Stadium of the Zentralen Hochschulsportanlage, Connollystrasse 32 Auer Kirchweihdult 9-day traditional street market and fair (website: www.auerdult.de), mid-late October, Mariahilfsplatz Münchner Bücherschau (Munich Book Show), book fair (website: www.buchhandel-bayern.de), November, Gasteig Tollwood Winterfestival (Tollwood Winter Festival), music, cabaret and theatre (website: www.tollwood.de), late November-late December, Theresienwiese Christkindlmarkt (Christmas Market), late November-24 December, Marienplatz :::::::::::::Munich Getting Around Getting Around Munich - TravelPuppy.com Public Transport The comprehensive transport network is run by the Münchener Verkehrs- und Tarifverbund GmbH – MVV, Thierschstrasse 2 (telephone number: (089) 210 330). This consists of an integrated system of 20 Strassenbahn (tram) lines, more than 80 bus lines, 8 U-Bahn (underground) lines and 8 S-Bahn (suburban train) lines. The area covered by the MVV is divided into concentric zones. All transport runs daily 0500-0100 hrs, with additional hourly services on night buses and trams 0100-0500 hrs. Tickets and Passes Tickets are available for purchase from blue ticket machines marked with the MVV logo and from other ticket outlets. Tickets must be validated in blue Entwerter machines, marked with the letter ‘E’, upon boarding, except on new trams, for which pre-validated tickets are available. 1-day and 3-day passes are available and up to 5 adults travelling together can save money by buying group tickets (Partner Tickets). Taxis Taxis are usually beige Mercedes and can be safely hailed on the street. Taxi-München (telephone number: (089) 21610 or 19410) is the central dispatching service. A tip of 5-10 per cent is common practice. Driving in the City Traffic can be heavy, particularly during rush hour (roughly 0700-0900 hrs and 1600-1800 hrs) and parking is often problematic. Drivers should note that trams always have priority in the city, although driving on their tracks is permissible and usually unavoidable. Buses have priority when leaving stops. The most useful car parks include those at Karlsplatz, particularly towards Munich Hauptbahnhof, and at Färbergraben, just south of the pedestrianised Kaufingerstrasse. Routes to the city The A9 runs south to Munich from Berlin via Würzburg and Nuremberg, the A92 from Passau enters the city from the northeast, while the A96 from Lindau is to the west, connecting with the A1 to Zurich. From the Alps, the main route is the A95. From Salzburg, the A8 heads northwest via Munich towards Ulm, Stuttgart and Karlsruhe, where it connects with the A5 to Frankfurt. Motorways from all directions converge on the Mittlerer Ring (middle ring road). Emergency breakdown service ADAC (0180) 222 2222 Approximate driving times to Munich From Salzburg – 1 hour 40 minutes Zurich – 3 hours 30 minutes Frankfurt – 4 hours 10 minutes. Coach services: Deutsche Touring GmbH (tel: (089) 8898 9513; website: www.deutsche-touring.com) operates international Eurolines services between Munich and numerous European destinations. Coaches depart from Munich Hauptbahnhof, Bahnhofsplatz 2. Tickets are available for purchase at the station or on the bus. Car Hire Drivers need to be at least 21 years old to hire a category one car. Nevertheless, small cars, such as a Smart car, can be hired at 18 years. Insurance in Germany is mandatory and drivers must hold a valid national driving licence. There are numerous car hire firms, both at the airport and in the city. Central locations of representative major providers, with late hours, include the following: Hertz, Bahnhofsplatz 2 (telephone number: (089) 550 2256) Avis, Im Hauptbahnhof (telephone number: (089) 550 2251/2) Autoverleih Sander, Leopoldstrasse 107 (telephone number: (089) 348 046) is a local alternative. Bicycle & Scooter Hire Call A Bike (telephone number: (0700) 0522 5522), operated by DB, has bikes spread over Munich. By calling the number (above), a credit card account is set up, which enables customers to release the electronically locked bike by inputting a pin code. When finished, the cyclist returns the bike to a bike rack, which are situated near any major intersection. The appropriate fee is then deducted from the credit card. Once an account and pin code are set up, any available bike can be used at any time. Bikes can be hired in the ordinary way for €17 per day, from May to October, at Radius Touristik, in Munich Hauptbahnhof, opposite platform 32 (telephone number: (089) 596 113). The company also offers maps and advice and can organise tours if reserved beforehand. Spurwechsel, Sankt-Martin-Strasse 9 (telephone number: (089) 692 4699), also hires out bicycles. Allround Auto- und Motorradvermietung GmbH, Boschetsriederstrasse 12 (telephone number: (089) 723 2343), hires out cars, motorbikes and scooters. ::::::::::Munich International Airport Munich International Airport - TravelPuppy.com Address Munich International Airport, PO Box 23 17 55, 85326 Munich, Germany Location The airport is located 28km (18 miles) northeast of Munich Country code 49 Airport code MUC Telephone (0)89 97500 or 9752 1313 (flight information) Fax Fax: (0)89 9755 7906 Email info@munich-airport.de Website www.munich-airport.de The airport is located 28km (17 miles) northeast of the city centre and is Germany’s most important international gateway, after Frankfurt. Approximately 200 destinations are served by scheduled and charter flights. Renovation work got underway at the start of August for a completely new layout of the open concept waiting areas in Departure Areas C and D of Terminal 1. The construction work is scheduled for completion at the beginning of November. Number of Terminals 2 Transfer between terminals The Munich Airport Centre (MAC) connects Terminal 1 with the new Terminal 2 Approximate Flight times to Munich: From London 1 hour 45 minutes From New York 7 hours 45 minutes From Los Angeles 14 hours 40 minutes From Toronto 8 hours 20 minutes From Sydney 21 hours 55 minutes (plus stopovers) Arrival/departure tax This is included in the airline ticket. Time Zone GMT + 1 (GMT + 2 from the last Sunday in March to the last Sunday in October) Airport facilities Money and communications Facilities include banks, bureaux de change, ATMs and a post office. There is also 24 hour Internet access in the Service Centre Internet Point. Wireless LAN is available throughout the airport. Eating and drinking There are several bars, restaurants, coffee bars and snack bars. The Terminal 2 gallery is a popular place for drinking and dining. Shopping There are duty-free shops and many other shops, including a wide variety of clothing, electronics, accessories and gift shops. Luggage A left-luggage office is located in the Service Centre, in the MAC area, there is also a lost property office (telephone number: (0)89 9752 1370). A porter service (telephone number: (0)89 9759 9795) is available and porters are easily recognised by their green uniforms. Baggage trolleys are available. Other facilities There is a 24-hour medical emergency centre, a pharmacy, baby changing rooms, a dentist, laundry and dry cleaning, children’s play areas and showers, as well as over 40 travel agencies and tour operators. Business facilities The Munich Airport Centre (MAC) has large presentation and event-hosting facilities. The MAC Forum (telephone number: (0)89 9753 4331) is used for events and exhibitions, with media and communications technology, technology support and catering. The MAC business service centre, Municon (telephone number: (0)89 9759 3200), has 35 well-equipped conference rooms, accommodating from four to 120 delegates. Security personnel, VIP service and relaxation rooms with bed and bath are available. Further conference and meeting facilities are available at the on-site Kempinski Airport Hotel (tel: (0)89 97820), with 30 venues accommodating up to 400 delegates and a fully equipped business centre. There are 6 airline lounges and 2 airport-run lounges, the Atlantik and Europa lounges. Both lounges have telephones, fax and laptop connections, as well as TVs, newspapers and magazines. Charge points for mobile telephone and laptop batteries can be found at the photography centre in the main concourse. A number of business facilities can be found at the Service Centre Internet Point, including fax, photocopying, Internet connection, computer stations, scanning, data storage and printing. Disabled Facilities Disabled passengers should contact the airline of any special needs and assistance required, prior to travel. TDD telephones are available in the Level 3 of the main concourse and in the medical centre. Wheelchairs are available free of charge from the information desks in Departures concourse A-D and Z. There are wheelchair-accessible toilets and elevators throughout the airport. Disabled parking is available in all underground and multi-storey car parks. Terminal 2 has tactile systems for visually impaired passengers. Many services, such as accompaniment, arrangement of disabled transport services and wheelchair repairs, are available from the Malteser Service Organization (telephone number: (0)89 9756 3333) and reservations are required. Information and help desks There is a Central Information Desk on the Level 3 Main Concourse, with multi-lingual staff. There are also tourist information desks on Level 4 Arrivals and Departures in Terminal 1. In Terminal 2, the Central Information Desk is located on the Departures level 4 in the central check-in hall, another information stand is located directly in front of Arrivals, on level 3. There are also several Lufthansa Service Desks located throughout Terminal 2. Driving Directions The airport is located just off the A92 between Munich and Deggendorf and is accessible from 4 motorway exits. Connect to the A92 from the A99 Munich ring road from southern and eastern destinations. Alternatively, take the smaller Route 388 from Munich towards Erding, and turn off north for the airport just before reaching Erding. Once at the airport, follow the signs to Terminal 1 or 2. Car Parking Underground car parks P1, P2, P3, P4 and P9 offer short-term parking facilities. Other parking close to the terminals can be found in multi-storey car parks P6, P7, P8, P20, P25 and in the airport hotel underground P26 car park. All underground facilities and multi-storey car parks offer direct access to the airport. Car park P41 at Nordallee offers long-term weekly rates and is served by a free shuttle bus to the airport. Other car parks include the remote parking facilities at car park P51 and the visitors’ car park P53. Information on parking fees is available (telephone number: (0)89 9756 5110), while the Parking Centre is open 24 hours a day (telephone number: (0)89 9752 1921). Valet parking is also available at the airport. Car Hire Car hire companies include Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, National/Alamo and Sixt, with offices located on concourse A of Terminal 1. Transport to the city Rail Commuter trains S1 and S8 both depart to various Munich stations, including Munich Hauptbahnhof, Marienplatz, Laim and Ostbahnhof, where rail connections are available to major German cities and European destinations. If delays occur, the bus no.S8 continues to run until after the end of daily airport operations. Information is available from the Munich public transport authority, MVV (telephone nnumber: (0)89 4142 4344) and the German Railway, DB (telephone number: (0)1805 996 633). Road Taxi Taxis are available from the airport to the city centre approximate journey time is 45 minutes. Limousine Limousine and chauffeur service providers are available at the airport. Bus Bus and coach services run to Munich and the surrounding areas. Autobus Oberbayern (telephone number: (0)89 323 040) runs a Lufthansa Airport Bus service to Munich Hauptbahnhof. Buses serve both terminals. During large exhibitions, another shuttle bus service runs to the München Messe exhibition centre. Information and tickets are available from the Service Centre, on level 3 of the MAC area (telephone number: (0)89 9752 1375). Airport hotels The Kempinski Airport Hotel (telephone number: (0)89 97820) is located at the airport. A hotel reservation service is available 24 hours at the central information desk on the main concourse. Munich hotels include Arabella Sheraton, Best Western, Marriott, Movenpick Hotel Munich and Quality Hotel Amadeus. ::::::::::::::.Munich Nightlife Munich Nightlife - TravelPuppy.com The area around Münchener Freiheit in Schwabing is the best known nightlife district, with innumerable bars, cafés, jazz venues, restaurants, dance clubs and crowds of students and youthful revellers, especially on Occamstrasse. Haidhausen offers a more alternative scene. The Glockenbachviertel, located south of Sendlinger Tor, is the focus of the gay scene, and nearby, just to the east, a large number of hip new bars are have opened up on the streets radiating from Gärtnerplatz. The city has a range of bars and clubs to suit most tastes but admission and drink prices can be shockingly high and bouncers have a reputation for being particularly choosy about admission. There is a trend towards bar-bistros, bar-cafés and, as in the rest of Germany, Feierabend discos, which run 1800-2200 hrs on weeknights and are increasingly popular with a slightly older crowd, bopping to 60s, 70s or 80s music. The hippest club nights in the city are often one-offs, so it pays to ask around. Licensing laws are not restrictive and Munich’s clubs and pubs stay open until late. The legal drinking age in pubs and clubs is 18. Munich Found has English-language listings, while Flyer and Prinz are its German-language counterparts. Bars One of several good bars and cafés on Türkenstrasse, Alter Simpl, 57 Türkenstrasse, is famous for its links to the satirical magazine Simplicissimus and retains its bohemian ambience. Tresznjewski, Theresienstrasse 72, has got that arty flair and long after midnight, when it is usually jam-packed, it becomes very flirtatious, as does legendary Schumann’s, Odeonsplatz 6-7, where the cocktails are to die for. In the ultra-hip Gärtnerplatz quarter, cocktail bars like Ksar Club, 31 Müllerstrasse, Holy Home, 21 Reichenbachstrasse, and Lizard Lounge, 31 Corneliusstrasse are always so packed with a stylish crowd that it is next to impossiblt to get a seat. Also in the Gärtnerplatz area, some of the little bars like Morizz, 43 Klenzestrasse, and Café Glück, 4 Palmstrasse, which originally opened as trendy gay hangouts, have been discovered and colonised by Munich's straight population. If you want to find the latest hip gay bars, the Café im Sub gay centre, Müllerstrasse 43, serves up info as well as drinks. The Hofbräuhaus, Platz 9, is a Munich institution, although for a less raucous experience, head to the Augustiner Gaststätte, Neuhauser Strasse 27. If you prefer your beer al fresco, visit the beer garden in the colourful Viktualienmarkt. For an alternative to beer, head to the Pfälzer Weinprobierstube, Residenzstrasse 1, for a good selection of German wines and a buzzing atmosphere. Casinos The main casino is the Spielbank Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Am Kurpark, in Garmisch-Partenkirchen (tel: (088) 219 5990) Players need to provide a valid ID showing they are 21 years or older when paying the entrance fee. Dress code is smart with a jacket and tie for men. Clubs Top spots include the Alabamahalle, Domagkstrasse 33, with varied club nights in a massive space and Babylon-2, 143 Rosenheimerstrasse, the largest club in Munich, with huge, packed dancefloors and a lazershow that is weel worth seeing. Far more intimate, the Atomic Café, Neuturmstrasse 5, is a trendy spot in the city centre, featuring pop and rock music, touring DJs and some live bands. New York, Sonnenstrasse 25, is the most reliably fun gay club. If you’re feeling flash, head to P1, Prinzregentenstrasse 1, an upmarket club, frequented by Munich’s jet set, exclusive, expensive and notoriously difficult to get into. To warm up for these high-profile locations, go to the nearby Park-Cafe, Sophienstrasse 7, which has a similar vibe but which, over time has lost much of its exclusivity. Live Music Muffathalle, Zellstrasse 4, is a major popular culture venue with live music, theatre and dance performances. The on-site café serves food and drink during the day, transforming into a fun and friendly club venue in the evenings. Big-name acts perform at the Olympiahalle, next to the Olympic Stadium, as well as at the enormous Elserhalle, 143 Rosenheimerstrasse. The Nachtcafé, Maximiliansplatz 5, serves up excellent live music daily and as the name suggests, the venue closes late. Admission is free but food and cocktails are pricey. If country and western is your scene, try the Rattlesnake Saloon, Schneeglöckchenstrasse 91, on the outskirts of town. Top-quality live jazz, including appearances by world stars, can be enjoyed daily at Unterfahrt im Einstein, Einsteinstrasse 42, and at Mister B’s, Herzog-Heinrich-Strasse 38. :::::::::::::Munich Shopping Munich Shopping Guide - TravelPuppy.com Shopaholics are in for a treat in the city of Munich. The city’s shops combine international names and designer goods with traditional Bavarian crafts. Neuhauserstrasse and Kaufingerstrasse, located in the city centre, are the main shopping areas and are lined with large department stores and international chains. Smaller, more exclusive boutiques can be found around Maximilianstrasse and Theatinerstrasse. In Schwabing, Leopoldstrasse is a trendy shopping street with interesting boutiques tucked away on the surrounding streets. Viktualienmarkt, the bustling, colourful food market at the eastern end of the Marienplatz pedestrian zone, is one of the city’s main attractions. The market is open Monday to Friday 1000-1800 hrs and Saturday 1000-1500 hrs. It has existed on the site since 1807 and is a focal point of life in Munich. At the heart of the market is a traditional maypole surrounded by a beer garden. Typical Bavarian gifts might include traditional clothing (Trachten) such as Lederhosen for men and Dirndl for women, beer steins (Bierkrug), wood carvings (Holzschnitzereien), pewter-ware (Zinn), the famous Nymphenburg porcelain and speciality foods including Lebkuchen and Christmas Stollen. Loden-Frey, Maffeistrasse 79, and Rudolf Mooshammer, Maximilianstrasse 14, are the shops to head for traditional, Bavarian-style togs. Opening Hours Larger shops, department stores and supermarkets are usually open Monday to Friday 0900-2000 and Saturday 0900-1600 hrs. Smaller outlets are open Monday to Friday until 1830 hrs and might close for lunch. Mehrwertsteuer (VAT) of 16 per cent (or 7 per cent for some goods like food and books) is included in the price of purchased items. Visitors from non-EU countries are entitled to a tax refund of up to 12.7 per cent from participating stores displaying the Tax Free Shopping logo. :::::: Munich Sightseeing Munich Sightseeing Guide - TravelPuppy.com Sightseeing Overview Marienplatz, where the main pedestrianised streets converge, is the undisputed centre of the city. Weinstrasse, which becomes Theatinerstrasse, runs north from Marienplatz to Odeonsplatz, while Kaufinger Strasse/NeuhauserstrasseStrasse, which becomes Neuhauserstrasse, runs west to Karlsplatz and known locally as Stachus. Many of the city’s main attractions are in the immediate vicinity, so sightseeing can easily be done on foot or by hopping on and off trams. Worth seeing are the 16th-century Michaelskirche, with its imposing barrel-vaulted interior, and the Asamkirche, considered a masterpiece of south German Rococo architecture. The oldest part of the city is the area to the east of Marienplatz, including the Alter Hof (the original royal residence) and the world-famous Hofbräuhaus and The Residenz complex lies to the north. The wide boulevard and grand palatial architecture of Ludwigstrasse and Leopoldstrasse stretches north of Odeonsplatz to the Siegestor. These grand building schemes were commissioned by Ludwig I, as were those around Königsplatz, in the part of the city known as Maxvorstadt – home to some of Munich’s most important museums and galleries. From the Siegestor, Leopoldstrasse forms the central artery of the popular district of Schwabing. The former artists’ quarter is now considered the most fashionable part of the city, with numerous cafés, bars, restaurants and nightlife venues. To the east of Leopoldstrasse, side roads lead off to the Englischer Garten, a quiet retreat from the busy city. Tourist Information Munich Tourist Office Hauptbahnhof, Bahnhofplatz 2 Telephone number: (089) 233 0300. Fax number: (089) 2333 0233. E-mail: tourismus@muenchen.de Website: www.muenchen-tourist.de Opening hours: Monday-Saturday 0930-1830 hrs, Sunday 1000-1800 hrs. A second tourist information office is located in the Neues Rathaus, on Marienplatz and both offices provide a hotel reservation service. Passes The München Welcome Card – available from the tourist information offices and any outlet displaying the München Welcome Card sign – entitles the holder to free travel by MVV transport in the central area and to the castles at Schleissheim, as well as up to 50 per cent reduction on admission fees to 35 attractions, Group cards are also available. The Verbundkarte is valid for 2 weeks. It allows admission to 23 state museums and collections in Munich, including the Alte and Neue Pinakothek, the Residenz and Schloss Nymphenburg. The pass is available for purchase at any participating institution. Key Attractions Around Marienplatz Marienplatz has been at the heart of Munich since the city’s foundation in 1158, the area is now a major hub for the urban transport network. For centuries, it was known as the Schrannenmarkt (the place where farmers and merchants came to buy and sell their goods) but was renamed in 1854, after the statue of the Virgin Mary in the centre. The north side of Marienplatz is entirely dominated by the neo-Gothic Neues Rathaus (New Town Hall), built in the 19th century. Miniature statues of Bavarian rulers and other characters adorn the hall’s façade, while the 85m (279ft) tower houses a Glockenspiel consisting of 43 bells. The bells are accompanied by mechanical marionettes that perform scenes from Munich’s history. Visitors can ascend the tower by a lift. Nearby, other buildings of note include the Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall), which houses a delightful toy museum, and the Frauenkirche – Munich’s cathedral. Built in the 15th and 16th centuries, on the site of the Romanesque Marienkirche, the austere cathedral houses the tomb of Emperor Ludwig the Bavarian and the legendary ‘Devil’s Footprint’ intriguingly embedded in the church floor. Neues Rathaus Marienplatz 8 Telephone number: (089) 2331. Admission charge. Altes Rathaus Toy Museum Marienplatz Telephone number: (089) 294 001. Admission charge. Frauenkirche Frauenplatz 1 Telephone number: (089) 290 0820. Admission free (charge for tower). Münchener Residenz (Munich Residence) The Munich Residence embodies over 600 years of Bavarian history. Successive members of the Wittelsbach dynasty expanded the original 14th-century castle to create a complex of palaces around seven courtyards. The elaborate rooms contain antiques, paintings, sculptures and tapestries amassed by the Wittelsbachs between the 16th and 19th centuries – some rooms can only be visited during the morning or afternoon. Other royal treasures are on show in the Schatzkammer (Treasury). The entire Residenz complex, including the Rococo Cuvilliés-Theater, was rebuilt and restored after being reduced to rubble during World War II. Max-Joseph-Platz 3 Telephone number: (089) 290 671. Website: www.schloesser.bayern.de Admission charge. The Three Pinakotheks The Alte Pinakothek (Old Pinakothek), constructed in the 19th century, for King Ludwig I, is home to one of the world’s oldest and most important collections of paintings by European Old Masters, including Dürer, Raphael, Rembrandt and Rubens. The Neue Pinakothek (New Pinakothek), located opposite, in a modern building, was conceived by Ludwig I, as a showcase for contemporary art. The museum houses European painting and sculpture from the second half of the 18th century to the beginning of the 20th century. German painting of the 19th century forms the core of the collection. The entrance price includes an audio-guide, which is available in English. The third Pinakothek der Moderne (Pinakothek of Modern Art) is a collection of contemporary art, architecture and design, taken from disparate collections throughout the city to complement the works housed in the first two galleries. The Glyptothek (ancient Greek art) and the Antikensammlung (antiquities) are located nearby, at Königsplatz. Alte Pinakothek Barer Strasse 27 Telephone number: (089) 2380 5216. Website: www.pinakothek.de/alte-pinakothek Admission charge (free on Sunday). Neue Pinakothek Barer Strasse 29 Telephone number: (089) 2380 5195. Website: www.pinakothek.de/neue-pinakothek Admission charge (free on Sunday). Pinakothek der Moderne Barer Strasse 40 Telephone number: (089) 2380 5360. Website: www.pinakothek.de/pinakothek-der-moderne Admission charge (free on Sunday). Deutsches Museum von Meisterwerken der Naturwissenschaft und Technik (German Museum of Masterpieces of Natural Sciences and Technology) The vast Deutsches Museum presents a dauntingly comprehensive survey of science and technology, from prehistoric tools to space age inventions. Permanent interactive exhibitions are organised around various themes, including Aerospace, Computers, Mining, Technical Toys and Telecommunications. Next door, the Forum der Technik (Technology Forum) houses a planetarium and an IMAX theatre. Flugwerft Schleissheim (Schleissheim Aerodrome), located at Germany’s oldest aerodrome, is a branch of the museum, which focuses on aviation history. Museumsinsel 1 Telephone number: (089) 21791. Website: www.deutsches-museum.de Admission charge. Flugwerft Schleissheim Effnerstrasse 18, Schleissheim Telephone number: (089) 315 7140. Website: www.deutsches-museum.de Admission charge. Olympia Park The Olympia Park complex was laid out in 1972, for the 20th Olympic Games. It covers an area of 270 hectares (667 acres). At its heart is the giant tent-like structure of the Olympiastadion (Olympic Stadium), which hosts national and international sporting events and concerts. A number of tours are available upon reservation. The Olympiaturm (Olympic Tower) soars 290m (950ft) above the park, offering magnificent views from its revolving restaurant and observation terrace. Olympiapark Telephone number: (089) 30670 or 3067 2414 (tours). Website: www.olympiapark-muenchen.de Admission charge for tower and tours. Englischer Garten (English Garden) The English Garden is the largest urban park in Germany, is a quiet oasis in the heart of the busy City. Attractions include the Chinesischer Turm (Chinese Tower), with its great beer garden, the Japanisches Teehaus (Japanese Teahouse) and the Monopteros, a Greek-style temple. The Kleinhesselhoher See (a lake in the centre of the park) and the Amphitheater offer lots of activities in the summer months. The Haus der Kunst, home of the State Gallery of Modern Art (telephone number: (089) 2112 7137), which hosts excellent temporary art exhibitions, and the Bayerisches Nationalmuseum, the Bavarian National Museum (telephone number: (089) 211 2401) are located on Prinzregentenstrasse, on the southern edge of the park. From Prinzregentenstrasse to Tivolibrücke Telephone number: (089) 3866 6390. Website: www.schloesser.bayern.de Admission free. Haus der Kunst Prinzregentenstrasse 1 Telephone number: (089) 2112 7113. Website: www.hausderkunst.de Admission charge. Bayerisches Nationalmuseum Prinzregentenstrasse 3 Telephone number: (089) 211 2401. Website: www.bayerisches-nationalmuseum.de Admission charge (free on Sunday). BMW Building To place the famous car company, BMW, in an over-dimensional 4-cylinder-engine was the original idea of Viennese architect K Schwanzer. The world's biggest ‘V4’, in the shape of a 4-leaf clover, was erected in 1973, to accommodate modern offices. The unusual building consists of the 4 silver towers, flat factory halls below and a giant ‘egg cup’ at the end of the halls, which houses the BMW museum. The exhibition displays classic old-timers as well as the latest, technically up-to-date models of the prestigious German car producer and the highlight of the museum is the spectacular cinema-scope show at the end of the tour. Petuelring 130 Telephone number: (089) 3822 3306/3639. Website: www.bmw.de Admission charge. Schloss Nymphenburg (Nymphenburg Palace) Located on the western edge of the city, the Nymphenburg Palace was built as the summer residence of the Wittelsbach family. Its stunning symmetrical lay out and the beautiful surrounding parkland was created during the 18th and 19th centuries. Highlights within the main palace include the late-Rococo Steinerner Saal (Hall of Stone) and the ‘Gallery of Beauties’ – a collection of portraits of beautiful women commissioned by Ludwig I. The extensive grounds conceal four miniature palaces within their landscaped confines, one of which, the Amalienburg, is considered the most attractive Rococo palace in Germany. The Nymphenburg complex also includes the Marstallmuseum, which houses royal coaches and riding equipment, as well as the Bäuml Collection of Nymphenburg porcelain, with exhibits from 1747 until the 1920s. Menzinger Strasse Telephone number: (089) 179 080. Website: www.schloesser.bayern.de Admission free, charge for palaces and museums. Bavaria Film Studios The tour of Germany’s ‘Film City’, where around 150 hours of cinema and TV films are produced every year, reveals the tricks of the film industry, including the making of films such us Das Boot (1981), Cabaret (1972) and Die Unendliche Geschichte, better known as The Neverending Story (1984), as well as many German TV series. English tours are available through advance booking. Bavariafilmplatz 7 Telephone numberl: (089) 6499 2000. Website: www.filmtour.de Admission charge. Further Distractions Westpark Laid out in 1983, for the International Garden Design Exhibition, Westpark offers 72 hectares (178 acres) of wilderness in the city. Three separate areas recreate the contrasting natural habitats of mountain, meadowland and dry grassland; human interference with the plants and animals is kept to a minimum. In among the natural attractions, visitors can find beer gardens, cafés and several playgrounds. In summer, a floating stage hosts concerts, theatre and open-air cinema events open 24 hours a day. Garmischer Strasse, Sendling-Westpark Admission: Free. Zentrum für Aussergewöhnliche Museen (Centre for Unusual Museums) This place lives up to its name. Under one roof, visitors will find a chamber pot museum, a perfume museum, a go-cart museum, a lock museum, an Easter Bunny museum and a museum dedicated to the Bavarian-born Austrian Empress Sisi. Westenriederstrasse 41 Telephone number: (089) 290 4121. Website: www.zam-museum.de Admission charge. ::::::::::: Munich Tours - Excursions Munich Tours Guide - TravelPuppy.com The Munich City Tourist Office (telephone number: (089) 2333 0234/0204) provides official guides for walking tours of the city, and coaches for group excursions. IPS München Sightseeing & Events (telephone number: (089) 871 2399) organises various tours by bike and on foot, as well as bus trips for a half or full day excursions. The trips explore a wide range, from Bavaria’s beer and food culture to music and arts, literary walks and romantic Munich by night. Walking Tours Stattreisen München, Frauenlobstrasse 24 (telephone number: (089) 5440 4230), offers a number of two-hour walking tours in German. Tours in English are available for groups, and should be booked in advance. Themes include the city’s role in the rise and fall of Nazism and the history of the city’s brewing industry. Departure points vary depending on the tour chosen. Original Munich Walks (telephone number: (089) 5502 9374) operates a 2-hour Discover Munich Walk, which takes in the major sites and includes a ride on a streetcar. The walks set off daily from Munich Hauptbahnhof at the EurAide office, track 11. Various themed walks, such as Hitler & the Third Reich and Dachau Memorial Walks are also offered at similar prices. Bus Tours Panorama Tours, Arnulfstrasse 8 (telephone number: (089) 5490 7560), offers 1-hour Munich Highlights city sightseeing trips in German and English. These depart from Bahnhofplatz, in front of the Hertie department store, and cover all the main sights, including the areas of Königsplatz, Schwabing and Maximilianstrasse. Less comprehensive but only costing the price of the public transport fare, is a ride on the 27 tram from Karlsplatz to the Pinakotheks, then the 53 bus past the Englischer Garten, followed by yet more tram rides. The free Entdecken Sie München/Discover Munich brochure is available from the tourist office, describes the sights along the way. Bicycle Tours Cityhopper Touren, Hohenzollernstrasse 95 (telephone number: (089) 272 1131), runs a number of cycle tours of the city. Shorter 2-hour tours take in the sights of the Old Town, while longer four-hour tours explore the city’s parks and gardens. There is a minimum of 6 people and departure points vary depending on the tour chosen. Spurwechsel (telephone number: (089) 692 4699) promises a relaxed and leisurely survey of Munich’s main attractions on its 3-hour city tour. The beer tour could also prove interesting to many visitors. Tours in English are available for groups of 8 or more. Individuals can join in the German tours. Departure points vary depending on the tour chosen. Mike’s Bike Tours (telephone number: (089) 2554 3987/8) is the best bet for the solo traveller. Meeting points and departure times are listed on the website. The 4 -hour tour departs from the Old Town Hall and visits the Old Town and Englischer Garten, while the longer 10 mile tour adds the Olympic Park and Nymphenburg Palace. Mike’s also offers trips to Schloss Neuschwanstein. Excursions for Half a Day Dachau About 15km (9 miles) northwest of Munich and easily accessible by public transport (on the S-Bahn S2 to Dachau, then bus 724 or 726 to Gedenkstätte) the former concentration camp at Dachau makes for an unmissable, if emotionally draining excursion. The free Konzentrationslager-Gedenkstätte (Concentration Camp Memorial), Alte Römerstrasse 75 (tel: (08131) 669 970), is open Tuesday-Sunday. The complex consists of a central building housing a poignant museum, a reconstructed barracks and the camp crematorium (including a gas chamber that was mercifully never used). Memorials to the victims can be found throughout the grounds. The entrance to the site is still guarded by the iron gates with their infamous message – Arbeit macht frei (‘working makes one free’). There is a documentary film shown September to May. A number of operators organise tours from Munich, including Radius Tours (telephone number: (089) 5502 9374), which runs 5-hour excursions. For a Whole Day Schloss Neuschwanstein Variously known as the Swan King, the Mad King and the Dream King, Ludwig II (1845-86) is a legendary figure in Bavarian history. His extravagance and artistic imagination are exemplified in 3 elaborate castles – Schloss Herrenchiemsee to the east of Munich, and Schloss Linderhof and Schloss Neuschwanstein, situated in the Alps, to the southwest of Munich. Schloss Neuschwanstein (telephone number: (08362) 939 880, website: www.neuschwanstein.de or www.ticket-center-hohenschwangau.de) is the model for the castle at Disneyland and fully lives up to its fairytale reputation, with elaborate turrets and a stunning setting. A number of the companies listed in the Tours of the City section provide excursions to Neuschwanstein. The castle can also be reached by car, on the A95 toward Garmisch, then west on the 187 to where it meets the 314, and north toward Füssen. Oberammergau Famous for its Passion Play, the small village of Oberammergau, approximately 60km (37 miles) south of Munich, off the A95 toward Garmisch, is an attractive destination for a day trip, offering an Alpine setting, rural charm, elaborately painted houses and a heritage of woodcarving. The tradition of the play began in 1634 (as a thanksgiving for deliverance from the plague) and has since been performed every 10 years. Further information is available from the Verkehrs- und Reisebüro Gemeinde Oberammergau OHG, Eugen-Papst-Strasse 9a (telephone number: (08822) 92310, website: www.oberammergau.de). Starnberger See Munich’s nearest lake, approximately 35km (22 miles) southwest of Munich, is a popular place for the inhabitants of the city to escape to come the weekend, for sunbathing and fun on its shore. Many German TV stars and politicians own properties around this picturesque and quiet lake, which makes it a perfect location for celebrity spotting. The S6 S-Bahn line stops at a couple of towns along the lake, from where Bayerische Seen Schifffahrt (telephone number: (08151) 12023 or 8061) offers 1 - to 3 -hour boat cruises. The local tourist office, Tourismusverband Starnberger Fünf-Seen-Land, Kirchplatz 3 (tel: (08151) 90600), can provide further information. |
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Thanks to www.vacanzeingermania.com Monaco Qualche notizia in più Monaco, capitale della Baviera e Oktoberfest. La città ha molto di più da offrire: 46 musei, tra i quali il Deutsches Museum, (uno dei più grandi musei della scienza e della tecnica al mondo) e la Alte Pinakotek (ricca collezione di pittura dal 14° al 18° secolo);la Pinakothek der Moderne; 56 teatri; tre grandi orchestre di musica classica sotto la direzione di Christian Thielemann (a partire da autunno 2004), Mariss Jansons e Zubin Mehta. La vasta zona pedonale nel centro storico è ricca di grandi magazzini e negozi di lusso che si alternano ai numerosi mercatini rionali con prodotti tipici e bric a-brac per la gioia dei collezionisti. Lo spirito allegro e conviviale dei suoi abitanti si respira nei "Biergarten" , nei caffè all'aperto e negli innumerevoli locali di Schwabing, di Haidhausen, e dei quartieri Gärtnerplatz e Glockenbach. Informazioni utili Aeroporto di Monaco di Baviera, a circa 35 km a nord-est dal centro città. Collegato alla stazione ferroviaria centrale con la metropolitana di superficie S1 o S8, frequenza ogni 10 min, durata del tragitto 40 min. circa, costo € 8.40. Ufficio del turismo Tourist Information Piazza Marienplatz, nel municipio nuovo Tourist Information Stazione ferroviaria centrale Hauptbahnhof) 80313 München tel. + 49 (0) 89/233 96 500 fax + 49 (0) 89/233 30 233 sito internet: www.muenchen-tourist.de e-mail: tourismus@muenchen.de Visite guidate della città Munich Highlights Giro panoramico della città e delle principali attrazioni turistiche Frequenza: giornaliera, dalle 10.00 alle 16.00 Partenza: di fronte alla stazione ferroviaria centrale (Bahnhofsplatz) Lingue: tedesco e inglese; altre lingue su richiesta Durata: 1 ora Costo: € 11,00 bambini € 6,00. Escursioni nei dintorni Escursioni di un'intera giornata ai castelli di Neuschwanstein e Linderhof, a Berchtesgaden (nido dell'Aquila) e al castello di Herrenchiemsee. Frequenza plurisettimanale o giornaliera a seconda della stagione. Costo € 41,00/43,00 (adulti), € 21,00 (bambini). Mete turistiche - Frauenkirche: Con la sua cupola "Latina", riconoscibile da ogni punto, il gotico duomo e la parrocchia cittadina "Zu unserer Lieben Frau", "Alla nostra amata signora",rappresenta l'emblema inconfondibile di Monaco. - Marienplatz con il carillon: Dalla fondazione questa piazza è centro e "salotto" di Monaco. Viene dominata dal municipio neogotico, sulla torre del quale il carillone risuona giornalmente alle 11:00, 12:00 e da maggio a ottobre anche alle 17:00. - Hofbräuhaus, fabbrica di birra di corte La più famosa osteria del mondo deve la sua fondazione al duca Guglielmo V, il quale per sostentare la sua corte fondò una propria fabbrica di birra. Nella taverna, nel giardino o nel salone -l'allegria è garantita. - Castello Nymphenburg: Il castello barocco era la residenza estiva dei re bavaresi e il luogo di nascita di Ludwig II. L'arredamento artistico, la "Schönheitengalerie" di Ludwig II e l'ampio parco attraversato da corsi d'acqua, con il suo castelletto nascosto, fanno del castello Nymphenburg una delle attrazioni principali di Monaco. - Villaggio Olimpico: Come luogo dei giochi olimpici estivi del 1972, è stata allestita una grande area sportiva di 3 kmq. L'audace costruzione dei tetti a tenda e la torre di 290 m d'altezza fanno ormai parte della silhouette della città. Eventi sportivi, concerti, feste e festival attirano a migliaia i visitatori nel complesso sportivo. - L'opera - Chiesa Asam - Chiesa St. Peter - Vecchia pinacoteca - Nuova pinacoteca - Pinacoteca delle arti moderne - Galleria civica in Lenbachhaus - Museo nazionale bavarese - Museo della residenza e camera dei tesori - Museo tedesco - Gliptoteca - Englischer Garten - Viktualienmarkt - Bavaria Filmtour - Forum am Deutschen Museum - Cinema IMAX - Planetario - Haus der Kunst - Kunsthalle der Hypokulturstiftung - Nuovo stadio di calcio Allianz-Arena Ristoranti tipici, caffè e birrerie - Café Dukatz - Salvatorplatz, 1, tel. 0049-89-2919600: cafè-bistrò con ristorante; cucina francese di alto livello, situato in una ex sala del mercato dell'800 - Café Luitpold, Brienner Str. 11, Tel. 0049-89-2428750 - Café Roxi, Leopoldstr. 48 (Schwabing), Tel. 0049-89-345321 - Ristorante Brenner, Maximilianstr. 15, tel. 0049-89-4522880 Ristoranti di alta cucina (l'assegnazione delle stelle fa riferimento alla guida Michelin) Monaco con un ristorante a due stelle e i numerosi ristoranti d'alta cucina è la mecca dei gourmet. - ** Tantris, Johann-Fichte-Straße, 7, 0049-89-361959-0 - Vinaiolo, Steinstraße, 42 - * Acquarello, Mühlbaurstraße,36, 049-89-4704848 - * Königshof, Karlsplatz, 25, 049-89-551360 - * Schuhbeck’s in den Südtiroler Stuben, Platzl 6+8, 049-89-2166900 - Käfer, Prinzregentenstr. 73, 049-89-4168-0 Birrerie - Donisl - Weinstr., 1, 049-89-29264 - Ratskeller - Marienplatz, 8, 049-89-2199890 - Hofbräuhaus - am Platzl, 9 (la birreria piú grande del mondo), 049-89-221676 - Paulaner Bräuhaus - Kapuzinerplatz, 5, 049-89-5446110 - Spatenhaus an der Oper - Residenzstr.,12, 049-89-2907060 - Löwenbräukeller, Nymphenburgstr. 2, 049-89-526021 Discoteche - Nightflight presso l'aeroporto di Monaco Discoteca con 7 bar, un ristorante e una piscina - Backstage, Helmholzstr., 18 Locale indipendente ed underground - Kultfabrik Grafingerstr., 6 Una città della cultura nella città, con club, sale da concerto, bar e un cinema. - Pacha, Rosenheimerst.,145 h La grande famiglia Pacha con il suo "club-madre" a Ibiza dà il benvenuto al suo nuovo club di Monaco già diventato una discoteca "in" della città. Welcome Card Biglietto della durata di 1 giorno o 3 giorni offre numerosi vantaggi: - uso gratuito di tutti i mezzi pubblici - ingresso ridotto (fino al 50%) ad attrazioni turistiche e musei Per esempio: München Welcome Card Single (Tagesticket Gesamtnetz) Euro 11,50: valido per 1 persona per 1 giorno fino alle ore 6.00 del giorno successivo München Welcome Card Partner (Tagesticket Gesamtnetz) Euro 20,00: valido per 5 persone (2 bambini tra i 6 e i 14 anni contano come 1 adulto) per 1 giorno fino alle ore 6.00 del giorno successivo Eventi 2005 17.03.2005 - Villa Stuck - Riapertura delle stanze storiche Dopo tredici anni di lavori di progettazione e restauri, le stanze storiche, il vecchio atelier di Franz Stuck e il Künstlergarten (il Giardino degli artisti in stile liberty con steli e pergolati) saranno nuovamente accessibili ai visitatori. (www.villastuck.de) 17.03-31.07.2005 - L’Art Nouveau. La Maison Bing Oltre 400 oggetti illuminano l’ambiente artistico della Maison Bing (www.villastuck.de) 28.04-09.10.2005 - Bundesgartenschau “BUGA” 2005 Mostra Nazionale di giardinaggio, dedicata nel 2005 soprattutto alla qualità della vita in un nuovo quartiere di Monaco. Nell’area dell’ex aeroporto Riem verranno trattati temi come urbanità e paesaggio, economia ed ecologia, natura e cultura. (www.buga2005.de) 30.04-08.05.2005 - “Maidult”, la sagra di maggio Anche quest’anno gli amanti delle anticaglie, i collezionisti di suppellettili, gli appassionati di giostre e caroselli, grandi e piccini, avranno la possibilità di trovare quello che cercano e di divertirsi gustando le specialità culinarie bavaresi. 07.05-31.12.2005 L’avventura della presa di coscienza. Albert Einstein e la fisica del 20°secolo. Una grande mostra al Deutsches Museum (www.deutsches-museum.de) 16.06-10.07.2005 - Festival d’estate “Tollwood” Una festa poliedrica con musicisti internazionali, gruppi teatrali, cabarettisti, tanta musica dal vivo, prodotti artigianali e specialità gastronomiche 26.06-31.07.2005 - Festival dell’Opera di Monaco Saranno rappresentate diverse opere di Händel, Mozart, Donizetti, Wagner e Tschaikowsky(www.bayrische.staatsoper.de) 08.09.2005-08.01.2006 - Art of tomorrow. Hilla von Rebay e Solomon R.Guggenheim Il museo Stuck presenta la prima esposizione sulla vita e le opere della rinomata pittrice tedesca, prima direttrice del Solomon R.Guggenheim Museum, New York (www.villastuck.de) 17.09.-03.10.2005 - Festa della Birra - Oktoberfest Con la tradizionale formula „Ozapft’is“ (E’ spillato) il borgomastro di Monaco, alle 12.00 in punto, inaugura l’Oktoberfest, la più grande festa popolare del mondo (www.muenchen-tourist.de) 25.11-24.12.2005 - Mercatino di Natale (www.muenchen-tourist.de) |
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| Sights Edit This Beer Garden near the Chinese Tower Beer Garden near the Chinese Tower Scott Schopieray Munich has several interesting historical sites. There are the remnants of a time when the Wittelsbach family still ruled and beautifully restored gateways that date from the 14th century. Churches, parks, gardens … just wander around the different quarters and you’ll come across something of your interest. Those interested in art and history can make a choice from the elaborate list of art galleries and museums. You can also opt for one of the guided tours. A must for cineasts is the Film Express that takes its vistors through Germany's Film City. For more options, check out the guided tours section. Display all or display just: Castles Churches Guided Tours Historical sites Hotspots Landmarks Museums Parks, Zoos & Gardens Show best rated on top | Show in alphabetical order [Add Sight] Adventure Tour "Olympia Park" Edit This They offer two Olympia Park tours: For soccer fans the "Football Tour" will be very interesting, all other sport-interesed will enjoy the "Adventure Tour". Information. type: Guided Tours World66 rating: [rate it] tel: +49 (0)89 - 30 67 24 14 BMW Museum Edit This The exhibition ZEITMOTOR (Time Machine) surveys motorized transport past and present, and even includes a look ahead to the year 2030. 100 exhibits, video films, slide shows and a 70mm film form the core of the exhibition. type: Museums World66 rating: [rate it] address: Petuelring 130 tel: +49 (0)89 - 38 22-33 07 Sight-seeing tour by bus Edit This The Münchner Stadt-Rundfahrten OHG offer short and grand sight-seeing tours. Informations: Bahnhofplatz München type: Guided Tours World66 rating: [rate it] tel: +49 (0)89 - 55 02 89 95 St.-Johann-Nepomuk-Kirche (Asam-Kirche) Edit This Church endowed and built by the Brothers Asam, pioneering artists of the Rococo period. type: Churches World66 rating: [rate it] address: Sendlinger Straße 62 Valentin Musäum Edit This Museum and bar with folk music in the Isartor (Isar Gate). A permanent exhibition about the two Munich comedians Karl Valentin and Liesl Karlstadt. Very strange and humorous. type: Museums World66 rating: [rate it] address: Im Isartor, tel: +49 (0)89 - 22 32 66 Deutsches Museum Edit This The largest museum of technology and natural sciences in the world, with over 13 acres of exhibitions containing invaluable original machines and equipment, models and reconstructions, from classical mechanics to telecommunications, from a full-size reconstructed coal mine to space travel technology. Webpage of the museum type: Museums World66 rating: [rate it] address: Auf der Isarinsel (Ludwigsbrücke) url: www.deutsches-museum.de tel: +49 (0)89 - 2 17 91 Peterskirche (Church of St. Peter) Edit This Oldest parish church in Munich, called "Alter Peter" (Old Peter). ornate interior decorated with old masters from 6 centuries, ascent on foot possible. Rebecca Pearson: Great aerial view of the city. However, try not to visit when it is crowded. It's very small at the top and there is not much room for crowds to squeeze around in. type: Churches World66 rating: [rate it] address: Rindermarkt 1 Olympia Park Edit This Venue of the XXth Olympic Games in 1972, this beautifully landscaped park is accentuated by the widely acclaimed suspension roof over its main sports facilities. type: Parks, Zoos & Gardens World66 rating: [rate it] address: Spiridon-Lois-Ring 21 tel: +49 (0)0900 yea that's it Hellabrunn Zoo in Munich-Thalkirchen Edit This First "geo-zoo" in the world, with approximately 460 species and a total of about 5000 animals. type: Parks, Zoos & Gardens World66 rating: [rate it] address: Tierparkstraße 30 url: www.zoo-munich.de tel: +49 (0)89 62 50 80 English Garden by horse-drawn carriage Edit This A ride by horse-drawn carriage in the English Gardens. Tenderer: Kutscherei Hans Holzman type: Guided Tours World66 rating: [rate it] tel: +49 (0)89 - 18 06 08 (mornings) Residenz-Museum Edit This Built as of 1385, the main city residence of the Wittelsbach dynasty is breathtaking in its size and diversity. type: Museums World66 rating: [rate it] address: Residenz, (entrance) Max-Josef-Platz 3 tel: +49 (0)89 - 29 06 71 Altes Residenztheater (Old Residence Theater) Edit This Enchanting rococo theater named after its architect, Francois Cuvilliés. type: Museums World66 rating: [rate it] address: Residenzstrasse 1 tel: +49 (0)89 - 2 90 67-1 Schloß Nymphenburg Edit This Scloss Nymphenburg began life as an Italianate Villa built in 1663-64, but was expanded starting in 1715 into one of Europe's loveliest palaces. The Rococo interiors are sumptuous. Several outbuildings exists on the site as well, including the Rococo Amalienburg hunting lodge and the intriguing hermitage, the Magdalenenklause. type: Castles World66 rating: [rate it] tel: +49 (0)89 17 90 80 Englischer Garten Edit This Beer Garden near the Chinese Tower Beer Garden near the Chinese Tower photo by: Scott Schopieray One of the largest municipal parks in the world, the English Garden is situated between the city center, Schwabing and the Isar river. Its origins date back to 1789, the year in which the Chinese Tower - today one of the main attractions and the centerpiece of a thriving beer garden - was erected . A further attraction, particularly for photographers, is the Monopteros, a pillared monument set on a hill in the park in 1838. This is a great place to take a picnic lunch and recreate with the locals on a nice day. You'll see many locals out playing football, throwing a more.. type: Parks, Zoos & Gardens World66 rating: [rate it] Botanical Gardens in Nymphenburg Edit This One of the largest botanical gardens in Germany with plants from all over the world in outdoor displays and hothouses. type: Parks, Zoos & Gardens World66 rating: [rate it] address: Menzinger Straße 65 tel: +49 (0)89 61-3 10/3 50 Residence Treasure Chamber Edit This Crowns, gems, examples of the goldsmith's art and precious stones spanning ten centuries. type: Museums World66 rating: [rate it] address: Entrance Max-Josef-Platz 3 tel: +49 (0)89 - 29 06 71 Theresienwiese / Oktoberfest Edit This The Theresienwiese is mainly known as the site of the Oktoberfest, and is also referred to as the "Wies'n". type: Historical sites World66 rating: [rate it] Bayerisches Nationalmuseum (Bavarian National Museum) Edit This European art, crafts and folklore from the Middle Ages to the 20th century robert ulrich: well worth the time to see it. covers many aspects. suits of armour, walled cities, tapistries etc. very well done type: Museums World66 rating: [rate it] address: Prinzregentenstraße 3 tel: +49 (0)89 - 2 16 81 Neues Rathaus (New Town Hall) Edit This Built 1867 - 1909 in Flanders Gothic style; its facade, over 300 feet in length, features strikingly elaborate stone ornamentation. Its 260-foot tower with carillon is, with St. Peter's Church and the twin towers of the Cathedral, one of the most distinctive features of the city's skyline. type: Historical sites World66 rating: [rate it] address: Marienplatz 8 Munich by bike Edit This Conducted tours of the city by bicycle. type: Guided Tours World66 rating: [rate it] tel: +49 (0)89- 692 46 99 Display all or display just: Castles Churches Guided Tours Historical sites Hotspots Landmarks Museums Parks, Zoos & Gardens Show best rated on top | Show in alphabetical order [Add Sight] Cathedral Church of Our Lady Edit This Metropolitan Church of the Archbishopric of Munich-Freising. Late Gothic nave from the 15th century, interior with works of art spanning 5 centuries; landmark for the City of Munich. type: Churches World66 rating: [rate it] address: Frauenplatz 1 Tours by Tram or on foot Edit This Conducted tours of the city by tram or on foot. Tenderer: Stattreisen München type: Guided Tours World66 rating: [rate it] tel: +49 (0)89 - 54 40 42 30 Glyptothek Edit This Collection of Greek and Roman sculpture. type: Museums World66 rating: [rate it] address: Königsplatz 3 tel: +49 (0)89 - 28 61 00 Doubledecker Sightseeing Tour or Yellow Cab Tour Edit This The Original Doubledecker Sightseeing Tour or the Yellow Cab Stadtrundfahrten are offered by the Münchner Stadt-Rundfahrten OHG, Bahnhofplatz München type: Guided Tours World66 rating: [rate it] tel: +49 (0)89 - 26 02 51 83 English guided bicycle tour Edit This English guided bicycle tour. Meeting point: Radius Bicycle Rental in the main train station near track 33, Info type: Guided Tours World66 rating: [rate it] tel: +49 (0)89 - 59 61 13 8 (Mai 1 to Oct 3) St. Michael Edit This Finest Renaissance church in Germany. type: Churches World66 rating: [rate it] address: Neuhauser Straße 52 Theatinerkirche St. Kajetan Edit This Basilica in Italianate High Baroque which had a major influence on Southern German baroque architecture. type: Churches World66 rating: [rate it] address: Theatinerstraße 22 State Museum for Folkloric Art Edit This type: Museums World66 rating: [rate it] address: Maximilianstr. 42 url: www.stmukwk.bayern.de tel: +49 (0)89 - 2 28 55 06 Museum Villa Stuck Edit This type: Museums World66 rating: [rate it] address: Prinzregentenstraße 60 tel: +49 (0)89 - 45 55 55 10 Munich Municipal Museum Edit This An eye-opening gallery, photo-gadget collection and an exotic assemblage of musical instruments are among some of the whimsical permanent displays, complemented by unconventional temporary exhibits. type: Museums World66 rating: [rate it] address: Sankt-Jakobs-Platz 1 tel: +49 (0)89 - 233-223 70 SiemensForum Edit This The Siemens Museum contains exhibitions of electrical engineering, electronics and microelectronics from their beginnings up to the present day. The museum's motto is: "Understanding and experiencing technology". Visitors can operate many of the exhibits themselves. WEBPAGE type: Museums World66 rating: [rate it] address: Prannerstraße 10 url: w2.siemens.de tel: +49 (0)89 - 2 34-26 60 Municipal Gallery Edit This Ornate Florentine-style villa housing the Lenbach art collection; Munich painters from the Gothic era to the present, including Kobell, Spitzweg, Leibl, Corinth, etc.; the internationally acclaimed "Blue Rider" collection; Kandinsky, Klee, Marc, Macke, Münter; modern art. type: Museums World66 rating: [rate it] address: Luisenstraße 33 tel: +49 (0)89 - 233-0320 and 233-32000 Alte Pinakothek Edit This After a long period of urgent renovation work the Alte Pinakothek is now open again. This largest new museum building in Bavaria since the end of the war houses now four museums under one roof: the State Gallery of Modern Art, the New Collection with the areas industrial design, graphic design and applied art, the Architecture Museum and the State Graphic Collection. Here you can admire paintings from old german masters and much more - represented in an extraordinary impressing architecture. type: Museums World66 rating: [rate it] address: Barer Straße 29 tel: +49 (0)89 23 80 50 Neue Pinakothek (New Art Gallery) Edit This European paintings and sculptures from the 18th and 19th centuries. type: Museums World66 rating: [rate it] address: Barer Straße 29 tel: +49 (0)89 - 2 38 05-195 Staatsgalerie Moderner Kunst Edit This International paintings and sculptures from the 20th century. type: Museums World66 rating: [rate it] address: Prinzregentenstraße 1 tel: +49 (0)89 - 29 27 10 Forum der Technik (Technology Forum) Edit This Germany's first IMAX cinema, in which films are shown on a screen 52 feet high and 72 feet wide; a unique cinematic experience. Since Fall 1993, the Forum now also includes the most modern planetarium in the world. type: Museums World66 rating: [rate it] address: Deutsches Museum, Museumsinsel 1 (admission via Ludwigsbrücke) tel: +49 (0)89 - 2 11 25-0 German Hunting and Fishing Museum Edit This type: Museums World66 rating: [rate it] address: Neuhauser Straße 2 tel: +49 (0)89 - 22 05 22 Toy Museum in the Old Town Hall Edit This type: Museums World66 rating: [rate it] address: Marienplatz tel: +49 (0)89 - 29 40 01 ZAM (Centre for Unusual Museums) Edit This type: Museums World66 rating: [rate it] address: Westenriederstraße 41 tel: +49 (0)89 - 2 90 41 21 Kunsthalle der Hypo-Kulturstiftung Edit This Being closed for renovation the Kunsthalle reopened june 1st 2001 with an exhibition about "Realism in the 1920's" showing not only the various aspects of Realism in Europe, but also developments over the same timeperiod in America (for detailed exhibition information see the hypo-webpage). With 1185 square metres purely for exhibits, the new building is just one third as large again as the old Exhibition Hall. Entry is from Theatinerstraße at the entrance to Perusahof. The building was designed by Herzog and de Meuron, renowned Swiss architects whose work on the Modern Tate more.. type: Hotspots World66 rating: [rate it] address: Theatinerstraße 8 url: www.hypo-kunsthalle.de Museum of Mankind and Nature Edit This One of Munich's newest museums is a must for inquisitive minds. Interactive exhibitions intrigue and delight you while you learn about the wonders of natural science. Covering such diversified topics as the workings of the mind to the earth's creation, permanent and special exhibits are friendly, fun and challenging for all ages. type: Museums World66 rating: [rate it] address: Schloss Nymphenburg (nord wing) tel: +49 (0)89 - 17 64 94 State Collection of Egyptian Art Edit This Ancient Egyptian works of art from prehistoric times through the classical periods up to the greco-roman era. type: Museums World66 rating: [rate it] address: Residenz, entrance Hofgartenstrasse tel: +49 (0)89 - 29 85 46 Königsplatz Edit This Square in Classicistic style, bordered by the Glyptothek, a Collection of Antiquities and the Propylaen modeled on Graeco-Roman temples. Unique in Germany's architectural history. type: Historical sites World66 rating: [rate it] Karlstor (Charles' Gate) Edit This Westerly town gate from 14th century. Incorporated at the end of the 18th century into the square known as "Stachus" (officially Karlsplatz). Today it marks one end of Munich's primary pedestrian zone. type: Historical sites World66 rating: [rate it] address: West gate Alter Hof (Old Court) Edit This First ducal and imperial city residence of the ruling Wittelsbach family. Despite renovations and war damage, it has retained the character of a medieval castle. Beautiful courtyard. type: Historical sites World66 rating: [rate it] address: Burgstraße 8 Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) Edit This Most easterly building on Marienplatz square, at the heart of Munich. Gothic council hall and ballroom and the adjoining town hall tower have been reconstructed. type: Historical sites World66 rating: [rate it] address: Marienplatz 15 Glockenspiel im Rathausturm Edit This Largest carillon in Germany, with near-lifesize figures performing the traditional Coopers' Dance and a jousting match. type: Historical sites World66 rating: [rate it] address: New Town Hall Tower Ludwigstraße Edit This Magnificent "showpiece" of Munich, extending from the Siegestor (Triumphal Arch) to the Feldherrnhalle (Commanders' Hall); built under King Ludwig I in the first half of the 19th century, it marked the transformation of Munich from a medieval town to an imperial residence. type: Historical sites World66 rating: [rate it] Ruhmeshalle (Hall of Fame) and Bavaria Edit This U-shaped open hall modelled on Graeco-Roman precedents; a memorial to distinguished figures of Bavarian history; situated above the Theresienwiese (site of the Oktoberfest). The bronze statue in front of the hall represents the State of Bavaria; a good view of the city skyline with its many towers can be had from the top. type: Historical sites World66 rating: [rate it] Sendlinger Tor (Sendlinger Gate) Edit This Remaining towers of southerly fortifications from the 14th century. type: Historical sites World66 rating: [rate it] Isar Tor Edit This Most easterly of Munich's three remaining town gates, dating from the 14th century. Careful restoration has recreated the dimensions and appearance of the original structure. The Isar Gate accommodates the Valentin Musäum. type: Landmarks World66 rating: [rate it] ____________Events Edit This Every March: Beginning of the strong beer season The traditional serving of spring strong beer in Munich begins every year after the end of Fasching and lasts about three weeks during Lent. The people of Munich are indebted to the monks for this "spring health cure", who since time immemorial had brewed an especially nourishing beer during Lent to strengthen their bodies weakened by fasting. Venue: Paulanerkeller on the Nockherberg (Tel 45 99 13 0, Fax 44 70 07 2), Löwenbräukeller (Tel 52 60 21, Fax 52 89 33) and other beer cellars. September 18th to October 3rd 2005: The Oktoberfest With the traditional call "Ozapft is" (the barrel is broached) the Lord Mayor opens the Oktoberfest at 12 noon. The Munich Oktoberfest is the biggest public festival in the world and will be held this year for the 166th time. Each year, the Oktoberfest is attended by around 6 million visitors, who drink around 5 million liters of beer (one liter glass is called a "Mass") and consume over 200,000 pairs of pork sausages - mostly in the "beer tents" put up by the traditional Munich breweries. At the foot of the Bavaria statue, the huge Oktoberfest grounds also provide carousels, roller coasters and all the spectacular fun of the fair for the enjoyment and excitement of visitors of all ages. The Riflemen's Procession, and a concert involving all the brass bands represented at the "Wies'n". Informations: Tourist Office, Tel 23 30 30 0, Fax 23 33 02 33 - e-mail: tourismus@muenchen.btl.de Every December: The Christmas Market Munich's traditional Christmas Market takes place on the Marienplatz. A huge Christmas tree decorated with lights towers over the Yuletide magic of the vendors' stalls. Advent music every day at 5.30pm. Informations: Munich Tourist Office, Tel 23 30 30 0, Fax 23 33 02 33 - e-mail: tourismus@muenchen.btl.de Contributors September 09, 2005 change by giorgio _____________Practical Information Edit This Tourist offices: Bahnhofsplatz 2 Tel. +49 (0)89 - 233 30256 Open Mon - Sat 9am - 8pm, Sun 10am - 6pm Rathaus on Marienplatz Tel. +49 (0)89 - 233 30272 Open Mon - Fri 10am - 8pm, Sat 10am - 4pm [Add Practical address] Telephone codes Edit This The international country code for Germany is +49 the national city code for Munich is 089 If you call from abroad, dial +49 89 type: Tourist information World66 rating: [rate it] ______________If you connect Munich with beer-drinking and original German or better Bavarian food, you are right. Traditional Bavarian breakfasts include weisswurst (a white bratwurst in a thick skin) and weissbier (white beer made of wheat) with plenty of traditional bavarian mustard. Not for the faint of heart, Munich is famous for its "mass" (one liter beers in large mugs) that are served in popular biergartens and bars across the city. But don't believe this is the only possibility to ease your hunger - hundreds of restaurants offer delicious international specialities and atmosphere. It's nearly impossible to describe the wide variety of bars, bistros, restaurants and cafes. From first class top cuisine to popular Beer Gardens, from Japanese to Bavarian, where both Bavarians and tourists like to spend their leisure time, you will find everything in Munich. Contributors March 12, 2007 change by dchung (1 point) March 07, 2005 change by giorgio Display all or display just: Bavarian Chinese French Indian International Italian Japanese Middle East Portuguese Seafood Spanish Thai Top cuisine Vietnamese Show best rated on top | Show in alphabetical order [Add Restaurant] Tantris Edit This The Tantris is without any doubt the best-known first-class-restaurant in Munich. In every gourmet-guide you will find the Tantris at least mentioned, mostly recommended. This is first and foremost the merrit of Hans Haas, the "chef-cuisinier". Very famous is also Paula Bosch, its excellent and very pleasant Sommelière. Mail to the Tantris or see their Webpage type: Top cuisine World66 rating: [rate it] address: Johann-Fichte-Str. 7, 80805 München url: www.tantris.de openings: Tue till Sat 12.00 til 15.00 and 18.30 til 1.00. Sun and Mon previous agreement necessary. tel: +49 (0) 89 -36 19 59 0 Shoya Edit This Excellent Japanese food with fair prices in a cozy traditional atmosphere. type: Japanese World66 rating: [rate it] address: Orlandostrasse 5 tel: +49 (0)89 5 23 62 49 Ganesha Edit This type: Indian World66 rating: [rate it] address: Leonrodstr. 27 tel: +49 (0)89 18 21 56 Jazz Cantina Edit This Very popular and crowded american style restaurant in Munich-Haidhausen, mixed guests and great atmosphere. Opening Hours: 10 a.m. to 1 a.m type: International World66 rating: [rate it] address: Steinstr. 83, 81667 München tel: +49 (0)89 / 48 99 88 08 joob Edit This sells seafood and different kinds of foods type: Seafood World66 rating: [rate it] zipcode: 56356 email: PriceOfMenu: 5 address: 27 Sendlinger Street url: www.joobseafood.org tel: 49 89 975 - 00 Kun Tuk Edit This Known for its tasty Thai dishes. type: Thai World66 rating: [rate it] address: Amalienstrasse 81 tel: +49 (0)89 28 37 00 Tandoori Edit This type: Indian World66 rating: [rate it] address: Baumstr. 6 tel: +49 (0)89 201 22 08 Ha Long Edit This Vietnamese restaurant with somewhat inglorious interior but good food. Open every day from 5.30 to midnight, open for lunch (11.30am - 3pm) during the week, main courses between 15 and 35 DM. type: Vietnamese World66 rating: [rate it] address: Goethestr. 68, München-Innenstadt tel: +49 (0)89 - 5 30 93 21 Hackerhaus Edit This The Hackerhaus of the family Pongratz is synonymous with both Bavarian tradition and avant-garde. The interior and menu are traditional, the service great store by friendliness and does everything to make you feel welcome type: Bavarian World66 rating: [rate it] address: Sendlinger Straße 14, D-80331 München tel: +49 (0)89 2 60 50 26 Villa Flora Edit This A mad restaurant: They use a rail-tipper to transport the beer, celebrate a beer- procession every evening and elect a beer-queen, who is allowed to broach a new beer-barrel. Really crazy. type: International World66 rating: [rate it] address: Hansastr. 44 tel: +49 (0)89 54 71 75 75 Samrat Edit This Indian restaurant known for its Tandoori kitchen. type: Indian World66 rating: [rate it] address: Papa-Schmid-Strasse 1 tel: +49 (0)89 26 73 51 Landsberger Hof Edit This Good plain cooking in bavarian atmosphere, with big and shady beergarden (900 seats) Opening Hours: from 9 am to 1 am type: Bavarian World66 rating: [rate it] address: Bodenseestr. 32, 81243 München - Pasing tel: +49 (0)89 / 88 18 05 Hofbräuhaus Edit This For every fan of bavarian and beer culture the 1589 founded "Hofbräuhaus" is a Must. Food, beer and atmosphere are absolutely unique. Try the bavarian home-made specialities and the famous HB-beer. To understand this bavarian institution, have a short look at the history: 1589: The Hofbräuhaus was founded by Duke "Wilhelm V." of Bavaria. Until then the courtyard received his beer from Einbeck, a town near Hanover, which was one of the best at that time. 1879: The world-known trademark - HB with crown - was registered in Munich. 1966: The whole building was more.. type: Portuguese World66 rating: [rate it] address: Platzl 9, 80331 München tel: +49 (0) 89 22 16 76 Augustiner Restaurant Edit This The Augustiner restaurants in Munich are nearly as famous as the "Hofbräuhaus". Many locals prefer the less-touristic restaurants (altogether five) of the Augustiner brewery. They serve Bavarian specialties and the popular Augustiner beer. type: Bavarian World66 rating: [rate it] address: Neuhauser Straße 27, 80331 München tel: +49 (0) 89 23 183 257 Arabesk Edit This Here you'll find oriental food, music and atmosphere. Once in a month the oriental restaurant offers an "1001-Night-Evening" with belly-dance. type: Middle East World66 rating: [rate it] address: Kaulbachstr. 86 tel: +49 (0)89 33 37 38 Pardi Edit This The Pardi looks like an art nouveau styled cocktail bar - but it is more. Here you will find excellent turkish dishes and specialties. As well the very reliable and fast service as the pleasant public contribute to feel happy. Opening Hours: 6 pm to 1 am type: Middle East World66 rating: [rate it] address: Volkartstr. 24, 80634 München - Neuhausen tel: +49 (0)89 / 13 18 50, Shiva Edit This Popular with the younger crowd. Superbly spiced Tandoori and burani dishes. type: Indian World66 rating: [rate it] address: Schulstr. 41 tel: +49 (0)89 168 86 05 Bei Mario Edit This A popular and very large restaurant located in Schwabing. The Pasta is very tasty and also the Pizza from the wooden oven is highly recommended. type: Italian World66 rating: [rate it] address: Adalbertstr. 15 openinghours: lunch and dinner, daily tel: +49-(0)89-2800460 Welser Küche im Feldherrnkeller Edit This Like in the middle-ages you feel, when you try out the "Mittelalterliches Schlemmermahl". In the way the Knights ate - with fingers and middle-age customs - you can enjoy the carouse for about 3 hours. The restaurant offers a 5, 6 or 10-course meal. Reservation is obligatory type: Bavarian World66 rating: [rate it] address: Residenzstraße 27 tel: +49 (0)89 29 69 73 Jeetas Edit This Good Vietnamese meals and an extensive menu type: Vietnamese World66 rating: [rate it] address: Seitzstr. 13 tel: +49 (0)89 22 39 31 |