Munich’s iconic Pinakothek der Moderne is a world-class modern art museum in the heart of the Bavarian capital. This artistic mecca actually unites four museums showcasing modern masters like Picasso, Dali, and Warhol alongside pioneering architecture and design. We can surely all agree that modern art is not for everyone, and is obviously subjective, but …
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Who doesn’t know the tragic love story of Romeo and Juliet by Shakespeare? This cautionary tale of young love has resonated through the centuries and the character of Juliet Capulet, the beautiful young heroine, represents passionate and eternal love. Well, Munich has its very own Juliet Capulet Statue (or maybe 2) and in this very …
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We first spotted Haag Castle (alternate Schloß Haag, Burg Haag or Hague Castle) from the road on a visit to a friend who lived nearby in the village of Kirchdorf. The castle tower immediately intrigued us as it looked exactly as we’d imagined the tower of the imprisoned fairy tale Rapunzel might look. Details on …
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This tart and tangy fermented cabbage dish has a long and storied history and has long been a favorite part of Bavarian Cuisine and a staple part of the diet of many Müncheners. But Who Invented Sauerkraut and Where Did it Originate? Well in this article, we’ll explore the Sauerkraut Origin by looking at evidence …
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Having spent many hours ourselves in the wonderful Ostpark Munich we feel uniquely qualified to author this complete guide to this fabulous Munich greenspace. We’ve jogged, cycled and walked probably every path and trail known to man (and dog) throughout the Ostpark so we hope you enjoy our guidance on the topic. Alright without further …
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It was back at the 2006 World Cup, that we first journeyed to the architectural wonder that is the Allianz Arena Munich to support the Socceroos in the World Cup. The awesomeness of this futuristic stadium left us stunned back then and now, over 16 years later, the arena still awes football fans as the …
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Obatzda is a yummy mix of cheese, butter, and spices. It’s creamy and has a unique Bavarian flavor. We’re complete cheese fiends here at Absolute Munich, so discovering Obatzda was what could be considered a momentous occasion in our lives. This rich and tangy Bavarian specialty has quite an interesting backstory and has become one …
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Yes, Bavarian can be considered a distinct language in its own right with West Germanic origins. Although many often classify Bavarian as a German dialect, Bavarian definitely has its own set of linguistic features and distinct cultural identity pointers that set it apart and designate it as language. As one of the most distinctive regional …
The Alter Südfriedhof in Munich is one of the city’s most historically significant and culturally enriching sites. As one of Munich’s oldest cemeteries, it offers valuable insights into the region’s past and is home to elaborate monuments and tombstones of artistic note. We’ve visited this burial ground a few times, and have always found it …
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The Hubertusbrunnen is a majestic and historic fountain located on the eastern end of Munich’s Nymphenburg Canal in the Neuhausen area. Though overshadowed by the grand Nymphenburg Palace nearby, this small fountain holds its own significance and charm and is certainly worth a quick look if in the area. We’ve often jogged along the canal …
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