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.

Herrmannsdorfer Landwerkstätten

Near Glonn, 30 km (19 miles) southeast of Munich, the Hermannsdorfer Landwerkstätten complex was completed in 1986. The centre produces, processes, and sells organic food products, and features a gourmet restaurant and beer garden. Take the time for a walk to view works of art such as chimes and sculptures placed throughout the grounds.
Hide-Out

Bar with live music. International and local bands.
Hiking

There are many beautiful hiking trails in and around Munich that make for easy walking (see Walks & Cycling Tours). If you prefer a more extreme challenge, take a trip to the nearby Alps for mountain hiking. For information on hiking routes, contact the Deutscher Alpenverein (German Alp Association).
Hiking along the Isar

Departing from the Deutsches Museum, walk south upriver along the right bank of the Isar. At the halfway mark, it’s worthwhile taking a short detour to see the rose garden (see River Meadows along the Isar (Isarauen) and Rose Garden). This walk goes all the way to the meadows in Thalkirchen, where you can also stop to visit the Tierpark Hellabrunn, a zoo.
Hiking on the Ilkahöhe

Starting at the S-Bahn (S6) station in Tutzing, the trail to the Ilkahöhe is clearly marked by white triangles and climbs up a total elevation of some 150 m (500 ft), in part on narrow forest paths. The view from the top of the hill is magnificent. On clear days, you can see the entire chain of the Bavarian Alps.
Hilton Munich City

First-class hotel with 481 luxuriously appointed rooms, of which 20 are suites and one is a presidential suite. Located next door to the Gasteig. All rooms are equipped with Internet access and fax machines. Conference rooms with a capacity for 500 people.
Hilton Munich Park

Centrally located right at the Englischer Garten, this quiet hotel boasts 461 rooms and suites that offer the highest level of comfort. The Tivoli restaurant offers theme buffets. The hotel also has facilities for conferences for up to 1,600 participants.
Hirschau

Enclosed playground adjacent to the beer garden here.
Hirschgarten

Largest beer garden in the city, near Nymphenburg palace, with deer pens
Hit the Sky

Bathed in pink and deep red, the interior of this club inspires flirtation.

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Hotel price categories

For a standard, double room per night (with breakfast if included), taxes, and extra charges.
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- over 200 €