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.

Epiphany

During the week before 6 Jan, children dress up as the Three Magi and go door to door, collecting money for charity.
Episcopal Palace & Palais Portia

The Episcopal Palace is the last remaining city palace (1733–7) by François Cuvilliés. Nearby is the Baroque Palais Portia.
Erdinger Weißbier

High on the scale among the nearly 1,000 different types of Bavarian wheat beers.
Erlöserkirche

This Protestant Art Nouveau church occupies the northern end of the Münchner Freiheit.
Esoterischer Buchladen

This esoteric bookshop carries books, tarot cards, salt crystals from the Himalayas, aromatic oils, and other accessories.
Excelsior

The interiors of this hotel near Hauptbahnhof and the pedestrian zone are reminiscent of an idyllic country retreat. Geisel’s vinothèque is a must for all wine lovers.
Fan Shops for FC Bayern & TSV München 1960 Football Clubs

Team shirts and more. Stores selling souvenirs of the two local football clubs are located near Hofbräuhaus; they are almost directly opposite one another.
Fantasy Filmfest

Horror films, trash, and more for B-movie fans.
Fantasy Filmfest

A penchant for the eerie and gruesome is a prerequisite for this festival of horror films and thrillers, held in July and August.
FC Bayern München

Munich’s famous football club tries to stay a step ahead of their opponents, the “Lions.”

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