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.

Café im Hinterhof

Hidden in a rear courtyard, this is a café with Art Nouveau atmosphere. Large breakfast menu and generous selection of newspapers make for a relaxing morning. Small meals at lunchtime.
Café Luitpold

Traditional daytime café offering homemade pralines and cakes, as well as tasty meals. The kitchen closes at 7pm. Pretty courtyard and stunning conservatory.
Café Mondial

Inexpensive lunch menu and delicious desserts, such as Venetian doughnuts. You can also enjoy afternoon coffee on the patio, or cocktails at night.
Café Münchner Freiheit

Multi-level café with large terrace on the north side of Münchner Freiheit. A larger-than-life statue of actor Helmut Fischer overlooks the outdoor tables. Perfect for lunch.
Café Neuhausen

Rich selection of breakfast dishes available until 4pm.
Café Neuhausen

An attractive café with an ornate stucco ceiling. Three lunch specials are offered daily, and brunch is available on Sundays. A garden patio is open in summer.
Café Reitschule

Located at the edge of the Englischer Garten, this traditional café boasts three patios, a beer garden, and a conservatory. From the inside, patrons have a view into the riding school. A great spot for a quick lunch.
Café Rischart

Scrumptious jelly doughnuts, delicious pastries and cakes are served in this traditional daytime café.
Café Ruffini

A Munich institution – wholesome breakfasts should be this delicious everywhere. Bread and cakes are made in the café’s own bakery. Tables on the roof patio are highly sought. There are nightly concerts or literary readings.
Café Stör

Art Nouveau café in Müllersche Volksbad with outdoor tables and a breakfast menu until 5pm.