Facts about Munich

Population 1.2 million. Beer capital of Germany. Known as the “Paris of Germany”. Richard Strauss was born here.

 

Must See's

Climb the 92 m high tower of the Church of St Peter (St Peterskirche) for spectacular views over the city.

 

Sink a litre of the local brew in the Hofbräuhaus (Court Brewery) beer hall, served by dirndl-clad waitresses while a live band plays Bavarian folk music.

 

Feast your eyes on the colourful produce in the Viktualienmarkt, one of Germany’s liveliest food markets.

 

Absolutely not to be missed - the world-famous Oktoberfest where about 6. ... >> more