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.

Atzinger

The 1970s are alive and well at this student bar, which is usually packed with a colourful crowd.
Au am Inn

The Au monastery, founded by the Augustine Canons in the 12th century, occupies an idyllic spot on a bend in the Inn River. It was reconstructed after a fire in the 18th century. The former library, decorated with frescoes, is a highlight of the complex, which is now also home to a restaurant with an attractive beer garden.
Auer Dulten

Church festivals, held here from the 14th century onward, evolved into popular annual fairs (Dulten ), and eventually into three nine-day fairs: Maidult, in late April; Jakobidult, starting 25 July; and Herbstdult, in late October. As aromas of roasted almonds and grilled fish waft through the air, vendors loudly proclaim the virtues of their wares – dishes, candles, patent medicine, and, of course, knick-knacks.
Auer-Mühlbach District & Valentin-Haus

In the past, several small creeks ran through Munich, many of which were later filled in with concrete. One of the surviving creeks is the Auer Mühlbach, which is most visible east of the Isar. Just south of Ludwigsbrücke, this creek has formed a small island that is home to a restored ensemble of historic houses. Karl Valentin’s birthplace is nearby at Zeppelinstraße 41. The building is not open to the public.
August Everding

Munich’s music scene was dominated for decades by August Everding (1928–99), dramatist and artistic director of the Staatsoper.
Augustiner

Brewed since 1328 in the monastery near the cathedral, Augustiner is widely regarded as the champagne of beers.
Augustinerbräu

Here in this historic building, thirsty travellers will find a beer hall and a restaurant with spectacular decor (including the Muschelsaal, a shell-lined room). The fare is typically Bavarian, the beverage, the famous Augustiner beer. In summer, choose between a table on the patio in the pedestrian zone, or in the stunningly beautiful Arkadenhof to the rear.
Augustinerbräustuben

Come to this pub during the Oktoberfest to admire the draught horses, and true Bavarian ambience in the former beer cellars and horse stalls of the brewery.
Augustinerbräustuben

Authentic Bavarian brewery pub and restaurant located in former beer cellars and horse stables (see Augustiner).
Autorenbuchhandlung

As the name indicates, this bookshop was founded by authors who wanted to break free from the dictates of the book industry. Many author readings are held here.