DK Travel : Munich

Of the city he lived in for many years, 20th-century writer Thomas Mann said that “Munich glows”. And indeed, the sky is often a brilliant blue dotted with puffy white clouds in “Italy’s northernmost city”, where the relaxed, often Baroque lifestyle gives it a southern flair. Englischer Garten and the Isar meadows are right in the middle of the city; Starnberger See and the mountains are virtually on the doorstep. But Munich is also a city of art and culture with an abundance of historic buildings, museum treasures, and a lively cultural scene. Fine art, leisure, and la dolce vita make this a unique city.

For Munich on the Internet, visit www.muenchen.de With 1.3 million inhabitants, Munich is Germany’s third-largest city.

Beim Sedlmayr

This rustic pub, serving traditional Bavarian cuisine, was founded by the popular Bavarian comedian Walter Sedlmayr.
Bella Italia

Large servings to satisfy supersized pizza cravings, plus a patio.
Berggasthof Obere Firstalm

Solid Bavarian cuisine at reasonable prices.
Bertolt Brecht

Originally from Augsburg, the playwright’s (1898–1956) career began at the Münchner Kammerspiele.
Bistro Terrine

This Art Nouveau bistro is an offshoot of Tantris, meaning fine French cuisine lunch to dinner.
Blade Nights

As many as 300,000 in-line skaters take advantage of Blade Nights, held between May and September since 1999. Roads are closed to traffic on Monday nights along five alternating routes – meaning no holds barred.
Blasius

Pseudonym of Sigi (Siegfried) Sommer (1915–96), author of a popular column in the Münchner Abendzeitung .
Blaues Haus

The interior is plain but the food – traditional southern German and Austrian dishes – is excellent.
Blutenburgtheater

“Germany’s first stage for mysteries” lives up to its name. Mysteries make up this theatre’s highly entertaining and gripping programme.
BMW International Open

Golf tournament (Aug) held at the Munich Nord-Eichenried club.

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Restaurant price categories

For a three-course meal for one with a glass of wine or beer (or equivalent meal), taxes, and service charges.
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