South and West of the centre , Munich has a suburban and exclusive residential character, with the exception of the Westend and Neuhausen districts. The latter, which lies to the north, includes Rotkreuzplatz – a square surrounded by beautiful tree-lined streets and bordered by late-19th-century buildings. In recent years, a vibrant bar and restaurant scene has evolved here. Multicultural Westend is far more colourful, and some sections, especially near the Alte Messe, are becoming trendy. Affluent residential areas lie in the south, in Harlaching and above all in Grünwald, where tram No. 25 offers a scenic ride through forests studded with impressive villas. Munich’s Isar has been reclaimed in the south and once again follows its natural, meandering route. Beautiful paths beckon walkers alongside the river. You will find Munich’s Isar beach, Flaucher, next to the popular Flaucher beer garden, and Tierpark Hellabrunn, the city’s superb zoo.
For information on the transportation museum, visit www.deutsches-museum.de Westpark exemplifies the city’s dedication to environmental protection: many rare species thrive in its humid biotopes. For details on a walk through the park at Nymphenburg and a cycling tour to Schloss Blutenburg (see Walks & Cycling Tours) For more information on the Botanical Gardens, visit www.botanik.biologie.uni-muenchen.de-
Morning
Begin at the Bavaria . Climb up to the statue’s head and enjoy the glorious view across Theresienwiese. Behind the Ruhmeshalle is the attractive Bavariapark. Walk through to its snorthern end and visit the impressive collection of the Verkehrszentrum (see The Branch Museums), a branch museum of the Deutsches Museum, housed in three historic fair halls. Cross Heimeranstr. and follow Ganghoferstr. until it intersects with Tulbeckstr. Here, Kao Kao is a good choice for a coffee break (Tulbeckstr. 9). Stroll and browse in the multicultural district from Tulbeckstr. to Ganghoferstr., and then on to Gollierstr., which ends at Gollierplatz. For lunch, try Rüen Thai (Kazmairstr. 58), one of the best Thai restaurants in the city.
Afternoon
Ganghoferstr. and Pfeuferstr. will take you over a S-Bahn track bridge into the eastern section of Westpark. Stroll westward, past the mysterious “floating” granite sphere, to the marshland ponds and try to spot the frogs. Walking across a bridge over a major city motor-way takes you into the western section of the park and its Thai pagoda, Japanese garden, rose garden with over 2,000 roses, and a manmade lake complete with stage at its centre for open-air music, theatre, and film in summer. For coffee or a pint of beer, stop in at the See-Café or the restaurant set in the tranquil surroundings of the rose garden.
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Gourmet Italian restaurant, where Balsamic vinegar is a prominent feature – even in desserts.
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Since the trade fair moved to Riem, the site of the Alte Messe (old fair) on Schwanthalerhöhe has been imaginatively developed. Elegant residences have been built on the former fairgrounds, and many of the fomer exhibition halls have been converted to cultural uses. The Verkehrszentrum, Deutsches Museum’s excellent branch museum of transport, is housed here in three halls (see The Branch Museums). Bavariapark, which lies nearby, was created by Ludwig I.
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Cosmas Damian Asam acquired this 17th-century building in 1724 and decorated the façade with frescoes. The small castle houses a restaurant with a beautiful garden.
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Authentic Bavarian brewery pub and restaurant located in former beer cellars and horse stables (see Augustiner).
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Munich’s tallest “female,” Bavaria stands 18.5 m (59 ft) high. She holds an oak wreath in her hand, while a lion, Bavaria’s heraldic beast, lies at her feet. Designed by Ludwig Schwanthaler and cast by Ferdinand von Miller, the statue (1840–50) was a masterpiece of technological achievement at the time, incorporating an observation platform in the head (see Statue of Bavaria). Klenze’s Ruhmeshalle, with busts honouring famous Bavarians, stands behind the colossal statue.
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The Botanischer Garten (Botanical Gardens) were laid out beside Nymphenburg Park at the start of the 20th century. Over 14,000 plant species are cultivated here. Highlights include the Alpinum, an Alpine rock garden, the Arboretum, a spectacular display of rhododendron blossoms, the fern glen, and the greenhouses.
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Haute cuisine in a minimalistic ambience offering a five- or six-course menu served with fine Austrian wines.
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Café, bar, and restaurant with a 25-year history at this location on Leonrodplatz. Patio.
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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.
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Restaurant price categories
For a three-course meal for one with a glass of wine or beer (or equivalent meal), taxes, and service charges.
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