Magnificent palaces and mighty castles are almost as common as sand on the beach in Bavaria. Not least, we can call ourselves home to the most famous palace in the world and have our very own Versailles....
As soon as temperatures climb back above 15°C and the sun comes out, Munich residents are drawn out of the city and to the lakes for cycling, hiking, and, in summer, swimming. Lake Starnberg, which is eas...
May 1 is a public holiday throughout Germany, accompanied by various traditions. It actually kicks off on April 30 with the “Dance into May,” where you can welcome the new month at various parties around...
A marina in Munich—it couldn’t be more clichéd. The only reason such a marina doesn’t exist in our city is the lack of access to the sea. But even that hasn’t stopped Sylvenstein Event GmbH, which decided...
The carillon at Munich City Hall ensures that people pause for twelve minutes several times a day on the otherwise bustling square. The spectacle is particularly popular with tourists, especially when the...
There is something magical about Bavaria’s lakes. It is no wonder that artists have repeatedly been enchanted by their beauty and found inspiration on their shores. The best-known example is probably the...
After the gray winter, spring brings color back to the city. The trees are glowing green again and flowers are blooming everywhere. But there’s also a place in Munich that shines in all the colors of the...
Every child knows Faber-Castell pencils and has probably used them to draw or write at some point. However, the fact that a Franconian noble family is behind the manufacturer is likely far less well known...
Munich is one of just four cities in Germany with a true subway system. As if that weren’t special enough on its own, Munich’s subway stations are distinguished by their unique architecture . Each one loo...
Most Munich residents cool off on sunny days with a dip in the Isar or drive to one of the many lakes in the surrounding area. However, very few have likely ever taken a dip under a waterfall. This image p...