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This theatre is one of several monumental buildings on this stretch of Prinzregentenstraße in Bogenhausen. It was headed by August Everding, whose legacy to the city includes the Bayerische Theaterakademie, a training ground for young stage talents. Next door is Prinzregentenbad, a public bath. Across the street is Feinkost Käfer, a gourmet-food shop.

Munich’s largest historic complex, the Residenz, lies adjacent to the Hofgarten, with its lovely plantings and arcades. To the north, the garden is bounded by the Bavarian Chancellery (1989–93), which incorporates the ruins of an army museum. Remnants of a 16th-century wall and garden are visible behind glass on one side.

Perched high on the banks above the Inn River is the abbey of Sts Marinus und Anianus, a masterpiece of Bavarian Rococo. Between 1758 and 1763 Johann Michael Fischer rebuilt the church, incorporating the Romanesque east towers into his design. The soaring interior is impressive with its daring spatial design and fine decoration.

This site is currently under development and will be home to the new Jewish synagogue, museum, and community centre. The square is also home to the Stadtmuseum, which occupies six buildings, including the Marstall (royal stables) and the former Zeughaus (arsenal). Renamed Stadtmuseum (city museum) in 1954, the museum contains several permanent collections complemented by changing exhibitions. The film museum enjoys international renown (see Museums & Galleries, Munich – the Bavarian Hollywood), especially for reconstructions of silent films. IgnazGünther-Haus – a late Gothic building that was the home and studio of the famous Rococo sculptor – stands on the west side of the square.

Situated on a rise surrounded by deep natural ditches, the palace lies just south of the town of the same name. From the outside, the palace looks like a medieval fortress. Its large cloistered courtyard dates from the second half of the 16th century. Noted for its excellent acoustics, the courtyard is a regular venue for summer concerts.

Hans (1918–43) and Sophie (1921–43) were active in the “White Rose” resistance group. They were denounced in 1943 and executed.

For a long time this was one of the oldest retail strips in the city, with shops owned by the same families for generations. In recent years, Sendlinger Straße has become more elegant – and more expensive. If you prefer a more eclectic experience, wander into the adjacent side streets and lanes, where you can browse in the many stores to your heart’s content. Be sure to visit the two Rococo jewels of the district – the Asamkirche (see Asamkirche) and the Asamhaus at Sendlinger Straße No. 34. Egid Quirin Asam acquired the building (unfortunately closed to the public) and adapted it to his own needs. One of the windows affords a direct view of the high altar in the Asamkirche. A surviving element of the medieval town fortifications, the vine-covered Sendlinger Tor marks the end of the street.

In 1933, the Nobel Laureate of Literature (1875–1955) left his hometown, never to return.

This is one of the most beautiful small towns in eastern Bavaria. After the salt trade collapsed, the town succeeded in preserving its historic image. Two city gates lead to a trapezoidal town square with stuccoed houses. A 13th-century castle set on the hill above the town gives a fine view of the surrounding countryside.

Wasserburg benefits from its location on a spoon-shaped promontory in the Inn River. Typical of the Inn region, the old town is distinguished by wide, open squares lined with arcaded, leafy walkways. Its streets are lined with old houses with colourful painted façades, pretty bay windows, and stepped gables. All these elements give Wasserburg an Italian air. For a stunning view of the old town, head to the Schöne Aussicht (beautiful vista) lookout on the opposite side of the river. A wonderful path lined with works of art runs along this stretch of the Inn.