Okies, we all know beer is a big deal in Germany, and particularly in Bavaria, but let’s not be too cliche! After all, there are so many more Bavarian Drinks and tasty German liquors available to any thirsty connoisseur. Whilst it’s true that, on average, a German drinks about 104 litres of beer annually, the […]
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Aside from the German national language, Munich – like many other regions on the planet – has its own language with specific dialects. In Germany, Hochdeutsch, or High German, is the main language, but when you arrive in Bavaria or southern Germany, especially in the smaller villages, you’ll hear Bairish (Bavarian). Every day you spend in
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“German is Hard!” Yes, most of us would agree, especially if you come from a mono-language country. It’s often the observation that German words are too long, the grammar is too confusing, and even with the basic article, “the”, there are many just too many versions! However, as you dig deeper into the language, it’s
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Second-Hand shopping has become increasingly popular in Munich and there are now many more funky vintage stores beyond just the likes of Oxfam. Despite the markets not being quite as high profile or famous as comparable markets in say London or Paris, there are many high-quality thrift shops, markets, resales stores and boutiques offering practical
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This article was updated in October 2023 Munich, is a city with numerous parks, gardens and forests yet finding enjoyable Hikes in Munich is not as straightforward as you might think. As locals we’re spoiled for choices so we’ve picked the best walks in the city with spectacular nature or viewpoints that are easily accessible
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Unlike many European cities, Munich did not, until recently, have a popular or burgeoning coffee or cafe culture. Unlike the typical German bakery, where it’s like a weekly ritual to queue up for fresh Semmel (bread roll) on Sunday mornings, for most Germans, and particularly for Bavarians, Cafes have never been viewed as being overly
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