Munich Christmas Markets 2026: Dates, Closures and Where to Go
Verified 2026 dates for 18 Munich Christmas markets, with Marienplatz hours, 22 November closures, a walk through the old town and what opens after Christmas.
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How to Exchange a Foreign Driving Licence in Munich
Check whether your foreign licence needs exchanging in Munich, then prepare the documents, eye test, first aid and any driving tests you need.
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Boulangerie Dompierre in Munich: what to try and which branch to visit
Fred Ting’s Dompierre bakery visits in Munich, with the walnut fougasse, Paris-Brest, pistachio éclairs and a guide to choosing a branch.
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Alte Utting in Munich: food and music on the boat in Sendling
Fred Ting’s visit to the boat on a bridge in Munich, with food stall tips, opening hours, access and the 2026 Sternenflotte programme.
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Bindaas Gärtnerplatz review: Indian street food in Munich
Fred Ting’s Bindaas Gärtnerplatz review: the tuk-tuk, hot cauliflower, naan-topped biryani, butter chicken and Badami chai in Munich.
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What Is Considered Rude in Germany? Everyday Etiquette in Munich
Fred Ting explains everyday etiquette in Munich, from separate bills and toasts to ticket validation, quiet hours and deposits on bottles and mugs.
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Gans Woanders in Munich: pizza, cakes and an outdoor stage in Giesing
Fred Ting visits Gans Woanders in Munich: a wooden treehouse, hand-cut rosemary chips, wood-fired pizza, and an outdoor stage in Giesing.
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Poppi Farmer review: Australian-style breakfast in Munich
Fred Ting’s visit to Poppi Farmer in Munich’s Obergiesing, from the straw lamps to a grilled cheese toastie with kimchi. Includes current hours.
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Renting a flat in Munich: where to look, what to pay and what to prepare
Fred Ting’s Munich flat-hunting experience, with current advice on rent, viewing a flat, paperwork, deposits and registration.
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How to Register Your Address and Book a KVR Appointment in Munich
How to register your Munich address online or at the Bürgerbüro, what to bring, and Fred Ting’s first-hand account of collecting a residence permit.
