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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Each year at Christmas Time, Munich raises the bar to charm city visitors with sumptuous food accompanied by diverse festive programs, various handicrafts & independent stalls. This fully comprehensive Christmas Markets Munich guide will brighten your cold winter days as we share our favourites, the classics, offbeat and secret hidden gems. We’ll show you their locations and cover all their individual
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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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About 40 kms north-west of Munich lies the sleepy Bavarian town of Aichach. Just on the outskirts of Aichach to the southeast, you’ll find Schloss Blumenthal on the banks of the (very short) Ecknach River. This exquisite Schloss, also known as Blumenthal Castle, has a rich history that as we discovered, dates back several centuries.
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Are you searching for a fun-loving adventure filled with food, drink, music, and culture? Your journey ends at a Bavarian Volksfest. This is the ultimate German festival, a place where joy and community come together. But this guide is not just any guide. It’s a treasure trove of experiences, collected from our countless visits to
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If you’re a beer enthusiast, then there’s no better time to visit Munich than during the Starkbierfest, or the Strong Beer Festival. Held annually during the spring season, this event is a celebration of dark and strong beer that’s sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more. At Absolute Munich, we’ve been
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A dirndl is a traditional dress most popular in Austria and southern Germany, particularly in Bavaria.
What is a Dirndl? Beautiful Traditional Bavarian Dress Explained Read More »
Sounds Exciting & Exotic, doesn’t it? Steckerlfisch is EXACTLY that. With aromas & flavours of this grilled Fish on a Stick to die for – well you have to try it
Steckerlfisch – Fish Grilled On A Stick, Bavarian Style! Read More »
When Spring has Sprung, Frühlingsfest is imminent! This is Munich PARTY TIME with Oktoberfest’s “little sister”!
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The Munich Viktualienmarkt is where Munich’s heart beats. A popular inner-city meeting place filled with food and festivities!
Munich Viktualienmarkt: Amazing Food, Flowers & More! Read More »
