Top 10 Activities in Munich

In summer, the banks of the Isar around the Flaucher are transformed into an urban oasis. While people happily sunbathe and cool off in the Isar, they’re sizzling on their own barbecues. The perfect place to chill out with friends when the weather is nice. You can also come here in the evening and enjoy the nightlife of the nearby Glockenbachviertel.

Everyone knows about the Oktoberfest, but Munich offers great events all year round. In winter, the multicultural Tollwood Winter Festival features international food, arts and crafts, shows and more. In April, the Theresienwiese is the site of Munich’s Spring Festival, which features carnival rides, beer tents and fairground booths. In the summer, culture and food lovers flock to Tollwood in the Olympic Park.

A visit to the Viktualienmarkt is a must for any foodie coming to Munich. Whether you are looking for fresh ingredients to cook at home or a snack to go, you will find top quality delicacies at the Viktualienmarkt. If you take your time, you’ll almost certainly discover a delicacy among the 140 stalls that you haven’t tried before.

Even if you don’t dare to go there yourself, the sight alone is worth it. We’re talking about the Eisbach surfers, who use the standing wave of the river for their tricks, even in colder temperatures. If you bring your surfboard, you can try it yourself. A real spectacle that always attracts spectators.

Gourmets with a sense of adventure should never miss out on visiting   the Crazy Ice Cream Maker. From liverwurst to wheat beer to sauerkraut, the brave can try the wildest flavors in this unusual ice cream parlor. But don’t worry, most of the creations, which change daily, will not only arouse your curiosity, but also make your mouth water.

After your ice cream, you can work off the calories by climbing to the top of Munich’s oldest parish church. At 91 meters high and centrally located, the Alter Peter offers perhaps the best view of the city. The old bells and clocks can also be seen after the climb. The 300 steps up and down may cause sore muscles, but it’s definitely worth it!

Munich is known as the beer capital of Germany. No less than 19 different breweries still produce beer in the state capital, and many of the beers are loved all over the world. Brewery tours, beer gardens, Oktoberfest, bock beer festivals – you can easily spend a short vacation in Munich revolving around the liquid gold.

The people of Munich can afford to drink a lot of beer, because the city on the Isar is also a city of sports. The Olympia Park is a good example of this. Here you can run, bike, wakeboard and much more. Concerts and events also take place regularly in the Olympic Hall or the stadium.

The most famous lake in Munich is Kleinhesseloher See in the English Garden. Stroll around, have a snack at the lake house and watch the ducks – what could be more relaxing? How about a boat ride? You can rent pedal boats and go out on the lake. You will see the English Garden from a whole new perspective.

Want to stay active in winter? How about curling? The rink in front of Nymphenburg Palace is one of the most beautiful in the city. Play on the frozen canal, warm up with a glass of mulled wine and enjoy the winter atmosphere in the beautiful palace park. Don’t forget: warm clothes and sturdy shoes.