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 …
The wonderful Siegestor Munich is an amazing piece of architecture styled on the famous Arch of Constantine that can be found in central Rome. Traits from the Arce de Triomphe in Paris, and from Berlins Brandenburg Gate also appear apparent, as there are striking similarities in some of the structural design aspects of the Siegestor …
“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 …
Munich is the 4th biggest car producer in the world with 33% of its population claiming car travel as their main mode of transport. Yet despite these facts, the city has a very “user-friendly” public transport system which means Getting Around Munich is a breeze. You only need one ticket to use the extensive network …
The city of Munich is one of the most popular and historically significant cities and travel destinations in Germany today and often the question is asked “Is Munich The Secret German Capital” However, there is a lot more to this German city than just big beers and a famous festival. Munich is located near the …
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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Frauenkirche Munich (Church of our Lady) is the City’s most famous landmark as well as actually being THE ever-popular symbol of the city itself. Visible from almost anywhere within the city limits, Munich’s Cathedral (Munchener Dom) is dominant on the Munich city skyline. Join Absolute Munich as we discover more about this marvellous church and delve into its long and interesting history!
When pondering the question of What is Munich Famous For, there are numerous reasons that immediately spring to mind, the world-famous Oktoberfest being at the very top of that list. However, whilst the well-known Munich Beer Festival rightly tops the list, there are many other reasons for Munich being famous and for attracting so much …
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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 …
