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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).

The Englischer Garten is a fine place for inline skating, as are the specially marked paths in Olympiapark. For those who prefer a group dynamic, Munich’s Blade Nights, held on selected city streets every Monday night from May to September – weather permitting – are a fun option.

Munich boasts many small and large parks (see Gardens & Parks) that are perfect for jogging. The most beautiful paths are to be found in the Englischer Garten and along the banks of the Isar. If you don’t like to jog on your own, Road-Runners, a local organization, will put you in touch with a group of runners at your level.

Home to one of the best cycling-path networks in Europe, Munich has several “green lungs,” where you can enjoy a bike ride without the nuisance of car exhaust fumes and noise (see Walks & Cycling Tours). Check with the ADFC (the German cycling association) for a wide selection of cycling tours in and around Munich.

With the magnificent Alps on the doorstep, rock climbers have plenty of opportunities to indulge in their passion. Munich also offers several artificial climbing walls to practise on before heading off to try out a real rock face.

Golfing has become a popular sport in Munich and the surrounding area. Golf lovers can choose from among more than 40 golf courses that are located in the vicinity of the Bavarian capital.

Munich’s several indoor facilities ensure that the ever-increasing number of enthusiasts can play, no matter what the weather.

Munich and the nearby lake region are a haven for anyone who enjoys water sports, from swimming, rowing, or sailing to canoeing. There are outdoor pools, reservoir lakes, small idyllic moor lakes, and countless other lakes dotting Upper Bavaria.

The city and its environs attract all winter-sports fans, whether you like skiing, skating, snowboarding, or tobogganing. With such a wide variety of winter sports, there’s something for everyone here.

Munich offers a wide range of wellness facilities, from day spas to organic supermarkets to wellness centres. The Turkish bath in the Mathilden-Bad is a well-known and popular spot.